What sets St. George Island apart from other beaches in the area is its relative seclusion, making it a peaceful retreat from the more crowded beaches of the Panhandle.

Florida beaches previously ranked No. 1 include St. George Island State Park (2023), Grayton Beach State Park (2020), and Siesta Beach (2017, 2011).

Soak in the natural beauty by paddling through mangrove tunnels, shelling during low tide, or touring the Scharrer homestead." Southern Living, "20 Florida Beaches That Could Pass For The Caribbean" ...

In fact, Dr. Beach chose St. George Island as the top beach in the United States in 2023 because of its "undisturbed, pristine beaches, big sand dunes, freshwater lakes", according to the ...

Visit St. Lucie lists 25 beaches, which include South Causeway Beach, state parks and canoe launches. There are 11 lifeguards with a 2025-26 marine safety budget of over $1.63 million.

Best Florida Beaches to Beeline to From Orlando Vero Beach Seagulls circle over their dinner at Vero Beach—a courtesy of consistent ocean waves washing fish, clams, and worms ashore. (Photo ...