Pope Road Beach Access Partially Reopens Following Cable Removal
- 10 August 2026
- Category: Beaches SJC News Public Safety
- Tags: 2026
Western half of parking lot now open, eastern half remains closed until equipment is removed
Key Points
- Pope Road Beach Access Partially Reopens: The western half of the parking lot is now open following the successful removal of the buried cable.
- Eastern Parking Lot Remains Closed: The eastern half will remain closed for safety purposes until the removal equipment is picked up Tuesday morning, Aug. 11.
- Cable Successfully Removed: St. Johns County has completed the cable removal operation and appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation.
St. Johns County announces that the cable buried in the sand near the Pope Road beach access has been successfully removed.
The western half of the Pope Road parking lot is now open to the public. The eastern half of the parking lot will remain closed for safety purposes until the equipment used during the removal operation is picked up first thing Tuesday morning, Aug. 11.
Beachgoers are asked to use caution and follow posted signage and directions while the remaining equipment is on site. Alternate beach access points are available nearby.
St. Johns County appreciates the community’s patience and understanding as crews worked to safely remove the cable and complete the remediation effort.
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