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    Best Beaches.

    Crystal clear water & white sand — our top picks in each county

    BEACH GUIDE.

    The best beaches in Miami-Dade

    Popular Beaches

    The iconic, must-visit stretches everyone should experience

    South Beach

    Iconic art-deco backdrop, electric people-watching, and turquoise water that rivals the Caribbean. The quintessential Miami beach experience.

    Miami Beach
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    Crandon Park Beach

    A mile-long stretch of calm, shallow water protected by a sandbar — perfect for families and one of the most beautiful urban beaches in America.

    Key Biscayne
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    Lummus Park Beach

    The heart of the South Beach scene — colorful lifeguard towers, volleyball courts, and the famous Ocean Drive just steps away.

    Miami Beach
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    Haulover Beach Park

    A spacious county park with excellent surf conditions, a sandbar for snorkeling, food trucks on weekends, and a kite beach that's a must-see.

    Bal Harbour
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    Sunny Isles Beach

    A resort-lined stretch of wide golden sand between Bal Harbour and Aventura — great for a relaxed, upscale beach day.

    Sunny Isles Beach
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    Surfside Beach

    A charming small-town beach community with pristine sand, fewer crowds than South Beach, and a lovely walkable downtown.

    Surfside
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    Hidden Gems & Quieter Spots

    Peaceful escapes away from the crowds

    Bill Baggs Cape Florida

    A state park gem at the tip of Key Biscayne with a historic lighthouse, pristine sand, and a wonderfully uncrowded feel.

    Key Biscayne
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    Matheson Hammock Beach

    A man-made atoll pool creates a calm, shallow lagoon perfect for small children — tucked away in Coral Gables with a peaceful vibe.

    Coral Gables
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    Virginia Key Beach Park

    A historically significant beach with a rich civil rights legacy, now a serene escape with kayak rentals and mountain bike trails.

    Virginia Key
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    Hobie Beach

    A windsurfing and paddleboarding paradise on the Rickenbacker Causeway — dog-friendly with stunning skyline views.

    Key Biscayne Causeway
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    North Beach (North Shore Open Space Park)

    The quieter, more local end of Miami Beach with wide sand, a lovely boardwalk, and none of the South Beach frenzy.

    Miami Beach
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    Key Biscayne Beach (Crandon South)

    The southern, less-visited end of Crandon Park — shaded by sea grape trees with calm water and a true hidden-paradise feel.

    Key Biscayne
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