City Profile: Flagler Beach

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The Flagler Beach Municipal Pier is perfect for a day of fishing or just to check out the views.

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View of the beach from the Flagler Beach Municipal Pier

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Family fishing fun on Flagler Beach Pier.

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A1A Scenic Highway, Flagler Beach

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In addition to the surf and sand, Flagler Beach has nature parks for birding, walking and spotting wildlife.

Cozy is just one word to describe this amazing beach town in Flagler County, Florida. Taking a trip to Flagler Beach is reminiscent of the Florida your parents came to love. Of the 19 miles of beach in Flagler County, six comprise the shore of Flagler Beach with rich coquina sand and spectacular surf.

And speaking of surf, Flagler Beach boasts the third largest break in Florida and are the annual host of the Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Classic every fall. The amazing climate in Flagler makes it possible to enjoy the beaches year round whether you want to simply bask in the sun or take a dip in the Atlantic. And, don’t forget Fido! Flagler Beach has five miles of pet-friendly beach access to choose from with pet-friendly accommodations available as well.

There are plenty of opportunities available to cast your reel in Flagler Beach. Surf fishing is a popular pastime with miles of beach from which to test your skills. Want to get farther out? The 806-foot-long pier, the Flagler Beach Municipal Pier, is a fisherman’s dream with plenty of space to drop your line and a bait shop conveniently placed at the entrance. Fresh and brackish water fishing abounds as well off the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and in many of our preserves and lakes.

Just across from the beach are quaint beachside shops and stores featuring beach themed treats and novelties for all to enjoy. Unique beachside restaurants are scattered throughout Flagler Beach with breathtaking views to enjoy and meals prepared with fresh local flavors to savor.

A special treat for residents and visitors alike are the First Friday festivities, occurring every first Friday of the month, with live music, dancing and more. Local fruits, vegetables and gifts can be found at the Flagler Beach Farmers Market every Friday and Saturday morning.

Take a hike and get outside to enjoy the unique coastal ecosystems in Flagler Beach. There are a variety of parks and preserves to choose from including Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area. This Florida State Park features oceanfront camping, nature trails and a half-mile stretch of stunning beaches.

Bulow Plantation Ruins State Park is also part of the GFBT and is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Come take a scenic hike through ruins of the former plantation including a sugar mill, and visit the outdoor museum with artifacts from the Plantation Era and pictorial representations of the structure.

Flagler Beach has a little something for everyone from beaches, to ecotourism, to history. Come out and join us for a little fun in the sun.