Where
Alligator Point has two main beaches, which are Bald Point State Park, offering access to Apalachee Bay beaches, and Alligator Point Beach, located on the Gulf of America at 1423 Alligator Dr, Alligator Point, FL 32346.
Vibe
A tranquil, vintage snapshot of old coastal Florida.
Sandwiched between the waters of Alligator Harbor and the Gulf of America, Alligator Point is a sparsely populated, rural coastal neighborhood that stretches across eight miles of pristine, narrow beaches. Its beach is largely defined by what it doesn’t have: noise, glaring lights, high rises, traffic lights and crowds. Yet it serves up profound, simple pleasures: quiet walks by the beach, exquisite stargazing, and abundant laughter with family and friends.
See, feel
Alligator Point Beach’s access is nestled among houses, an unassuming entry to a glorious shoreline. The sand is glistening white by the dunes, fading to a cocoa-color by the water, smooth and pleasant on bare toes. A closer look reveals abundant shells in a variety of shapes and hues. The serene water changes color with its moods, ranging from light turquoise to the deepest blue, and is shallow offshore.
Here, you’re likely to see a smattering of people-- friends throwing a frisbee, kids digging in the sand, and beachgoers relaxing by the surf-- as well as a wagging tail or two, since Alligator Point is dog-friendly (on-leash only).
While the water is normally calm, due to winds, tides, or offshore systems it can occasionally be rough.
On or near the beach
Kick back and perfect your tan, cool off with a dip, or go on a treasure hunt for the perfect souvenir: Alligator Point is the best Northern Florida Gulf Coast beach for shells, commonly yielding finds that include conchs, olives, and whelks. The beach fishing is superb; in the spring, summer and fall, catches include trout, redfish, pompano and even tarpon.
Fuel the fun with a picnic, or head two miles west to the Alligator Point Tiki Hut, serving up beach fare with a southern twist, including gator bites, fried okra, and tater tots stuffed with bacon, cheese and scallions.
Accessibility
Alligator Point doesn’t offer accessible features.
Facilities
Bring everything you need, because Alligator points doesn’t have restrooms, changing areas or public amenities.
Lifeguards
There are no lifeguards; swim at your own risk.
Parking
The parking lot near Public Beach Access #2 is very small.
