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Florida is renowned for its stunning sandbars, which offer beautiful settings for a day of relaxation, swimming, and boating. Here are some of the best sandbars in Florida to check out in 2024:

  1. Disappearing Island, Ponce Inlet: Located near Daytona Beach, this sandbar emerges at low tide, offering a perfect spot for picnics, fishing, and social gatherings.
  2. Whale Harbor Sandbar, Islamorada: A popular spot in the Florida Keys, this sandbar is accessible by boat and is known for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant social scene.
  3. Peanut Island, Riviera Beach: Situated near West Palm Beach, Peanut Island is a favorite among locals for its sandy shores and surrounding snorkeling spots.
  4. Beer Can Island, Longboat Key: Not to be confused with other Beer Can Islands in Florida, this one is known for its driftwood and natural beauty, making it a picturesque spot for beachgoers.
  5. Shell Key Preserve, Tierra Verde: This undeveloped barrier island near St. Petersburg offers pristine beaches and is a great place for wildlife observation.
  6. Haulover Sandbar, Miami: Located near Bal Harbour, this sandbar is a lively destination where boaters often gather for parties on the water.
  7. Sandspur Island, Key West: Part of the Bahia Honda State Park, this sandbar offers some of the softest sands and clearest waters in the Keys.
  8. Egmont Key, near St. Petersburg: Accessible only by boat, this island offers beautiful beaches, historic sites, and is a fantastic place for snorkeling and exploring.

Each of these locations has its own unique appeal, whether you’re looking for a bustling party atmosphere or a serene escape into nature.

Boca Grande Sandbar

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Boca Grande Sandbar

Boca Grande Sandbar is one of the nicest sandbars in Florida and is located on the West Coast of Florida, just off the island’s causeway.  It’s a spectacular place because of the calm, crystal-clear water, the hard-packed, shallow sandbar, and the iconic backdrop of the famous railroad trestle. GASPARILLA ISLAND & BOCA GRANDE Boca Grande is my favorite place in Florida.  It’s an upscale fishing town located on Gasparilla Island, […]

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Crab Island

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Crab Island in Florida’s Panhandle

Crab Island in Florida’s Panhandle Crab Island is a famous underwater sandbar on the beautiful Emerald Coast on the Gulf of Mexico, midway between Panama City and Pensacola. The sandbar was above water at one time but is now just below the surface, with water depth ranging from one to four feet in most places, making it a haven for boaters to drop anchor and play. Located on the north […]

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Big Pass Sandbar in Sarasota

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Big Pass Sandbar in Sarasota

Big Pass Sandbar in Sarasota Big Pass separates Siesta Key's north end from Lido Key's south end.  This new sandbar has emerged along the waters that flow from the Gulf of Mexico, and it is a popular destination only accessible by boaters and kayakers. Bring your gear and explore the beautiful waters that offer great snorkeling, shelling, and shallow-water swimming.

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Peanut Island

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Peanut Island

Peanut Island is located in the Intracoastal Waterway in West Palm Beach. While this spot is not a sandbar, it is an artificial island created during the Cold War era to serve as former President Kennedy’s bunker; we included it because several sandbars appear and disappear throughout the day here. You have the Phil Foster Park Underwater Snorkel Trail not far from here, where you can dive deep and visit the […]

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Loxahatchee River Sandbar

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Loxahatchee River Sandbar (Jupiter Sandbar)

Jupiter, Florida, is a city just north of West Palm Beach; you might’ve heard about its laidback atmosphere and serene beaches. You might not know that you can find the Loxahatchee River here (near the Jupiter Inlet). The Loxahatchee River Sandbar (or Jupiter Sandbar) attracts dozens of boaters every weekend; all party lovers and snorkelers naturally congregate here. If you are interested in snorkeling, go to the east end of […]

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