Beaches
Beach Access Points
| There are nearly a hundred public beach access points available along Panama City Beach. Some of these access points provide public parking, while many do not. However, all these access points help guarantee the public free access to the beach, and also provide information about the beach flag warning system. Locals and visitors alike often have their favorite beach access points - Some are popular places to see and be seen, while others provide a quiet escape from crowds and a chance to do a little reading or just watch a peaceful sunset. Explore Panama City Beach, and you`ll soon have a favorite spot on the beach, too! |
St. Andrews State Park
| This former military reservation has over one-and-a-half miles of beaches on the Gulf of Mexico and Grand Lagoon. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and canoeing. Two fishing piers, a jetty, and a boat ramp provide ample fishing opportunities for anglers. Two nature trails, picnic pavilions, full-facility campsites, concession stand offering snacks, souvenirs, and fishing amenities. Shell Island Boat Tours are available during the spring and summer. | |
| Location: | 4607 State Park Ln., Panama City Beach |
| Phone: | 850-233-5140 |
Richard Seltzer Park
| The S. Richard Seltzer Park provides public beach access with adequate parking, preserves a representative area of undeveloped beach and provides a site for environmental education. The park is 4.75 acres with 850 feet fronting Thomas Drive and a 170 foot gulf front dune system preservation with an emphasis on interpretive displays to increase the public`s awareness of beach/dune dynamics. With a variety of restaurants and shopping nearby, and no high-rises on either side, you really feel like you have the whole beach to yourself. You do not need to reserve the park for special events - availability is first-come, first-served. The park is open from daylight to dusk. | |
| Location: | 7419 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 |
M.B. Miller County Pier
| Located on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico in Panama City Beach, the M.B Miller county Pier sits 1500 feet out into the Gulf of Mexico. Spectators can walk the pier for a daily fee of $3.00. Daily fishing licenses can be purchased for $6.00. Open all year. Fish caught in season: Cobia, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Red fish, Blues, Blue liners, Pompano, Flounder, Hardtails and other varieties. Rod rentals bait and tackle available on site. | |
| Location: | 12213 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, Florida 32413 |
| Phone: | (850) 236-3035 |
Russell-Fields Pier
| Located on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico in Panama City Beach, the M.B Miller county Pier sits 1500 feet out into the Gulf of Mexico. Spectators can walk the pier for a daily fee of $3.00. Daily fishing licenses can be purchased for $6.00. Open all year. Fish caught in season: Cobia, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Red fish, Blues, Blue liners, Pompano, Flounder, Hardtails and other varieties. Rod rentals bait and tackle available on site. | |
| Location: | 16101 Front Beach Rd. Panama City Beach, FL 32413 |
| Phone: | (850) 233-5080 |