--- title: "Best Beaches in South Florida — South Florida Living" description: "Crystal clear water & white sand — our top beach picks across Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties." lang: en json-ld: --- [![South Florida Living](/assets/logo-DXiwcPqw.png)South Florida Living ](/) [WHAT TO DO](/what-to-do)[WHERE TO EAT](/where-to-eat)[WHERE TO STAY](/where-to-stay) [Get Listed](/get-listed) ![Best Beaches](/assets/hero-beaches-Bei9-jsM.jpg) South Florida Living # Best Beaches . Crystal clear water & white sand — our top picks in each county ## BEACH GUIDE. The best beaches in Miami-Dade Palm BeachBrowardMiami-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 View Details ](/best-beaches/south-beach)[ ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/crandon-park-beach)[ ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/lummus-park-beach)[ ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/haulover-beach-park)[ ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/sunny-isles-beach)[ ### Surfside Beach A charming small-town beach community with pristine sand, fewer crowds than South Beach, and a lovely walkable downtown. Surfside View Details ](/best-beaches/surfside-beach) ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/bill-baggs-cape-florida)[ ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/matheson-hammock-beach)[ ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/virginia-key-beach-park)[ ### Hobie Beach A windsurfing and paddleboarding paradise on the Rickenbacker Causeway — dog-friendly with stunning skyline views. Key Biscayne Causeway View Details ](/best-beaches/hobie-beach)[ ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/north-beach-north-shore-open-space-park)[ ### 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 View Details ](/best-beaches/key-biscayne-beach-crandon-south) ![South Florida Living](/assets/logo-DXiwcPqw.png)South Florida Living Explore [What to Do](/what-to-do)[Where to Eat](/where-to-eat)[Where to Stay](/where-to-stay)[Get Listed](/get-listed) Counties Palm Beach Broward Miami-Dade Connect [Instagram](#)[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/SouthFlLiving/)[TikTok](#) © 2026 South Florida Living Engineered by [Eary Digital](https://earydigital.com) Architecture · Design · Marketing