Florida's Beaches

Everything "beachy" is here - beaches and beach destinations, beach photos and cams, all about shells, building the perfect sandcastle, beach safety and more!

Some of the best Florida beach destinations for vacationers aren't necessarily those that earn national recognition as the best beaches. They may not have the best sand or the biggest waves, but what they do is cater to specific crowds that love them just the way they are.

While Florida has many wonderful beaches, there are only a handful of places where you can actually camp right on the beach.

The bare truth about Florida's nude and clothing optional beaches and resorts.

Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach, has again issued his annual list of the Top Beaches. Two of Florida's beaches made the list in 2009 - Siesta Beach on Siesta Key in Sarasota and Cape Florida State Park in Key Biscayne, near Miami.

Beach lovers love sand... and Florida has some of the finest!

If life is a beach, then this is where to live it! Here you'll find pictures of Florida's finest pristine white sand beaches beginning with Florida's Gulf Coast.

Going to the beach? Need to know what to pack? Follow these tips.

No vacation to Florida is complete without a trip to the beach - including the disabled. Find what beaches have the best access and equipment.

An easy to use A to Z index of Florida's beaches.

Find out everything about sand that you were afraid to ask, plus sandcastle building tips.

When in Florida, finding shells to collect or for craft projects is as simple as knowing where to look.

A step-by-step guide to cleaning those seashells collected from the beach.

Great decorative ideas to display the shells you gathered while on Florida vacation.

If you think when you've seen one sunset, you've seen them all, then you haven't seen these Florida sunsets.

Take these toys along on your next visit to the beach for a great time in the sand and surf.

The history, rules and variations of beach volleyball.

Hot ideas for keeping your cool in the Florida sun.

Elderly persons and small children are particularly vulnerable to heat stress. Know the symptoms and simple treatments.

A look at sharks and tips on how to stay safe while swimming off of Florida's coasts.

The annual American Sandsculpting Championship Festival, held on Fort Myers Beach brings together masters of the craft and thousands of onlookers.

Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach, has again issued his annual list of the Top Beaches. See who made the cut in 2011 and whether Florida's beaches scored a top spot.

Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach, has again issued his annual list of the Top Beaches. Two of Florida's beaches made the list in 2010 - Siesta Beach on Siesta Key in Sarasota and Cape Florida State Park in Key Biscayne, near Miami.

Think the beach is just for sunbathing or swimming? Think again. Here are 10 things to do at the beach.

How is the Gulf oil spill affecting Florida's Beaches? A look at how Florida is affecting and is coping with this tragic situation.

A review of Florida Beach Basics DVD and reference cards produced by Space Coast-based Still Nature.