Sandwiched between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River, Hutchinson Island spans Martin and St. Lucie counties, promising 23 miles of pristine, uncrowded beaches. Stuart Beach is one of the finest, and is located at 825 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, FL 34996. Here’s where you can find a list of and links to other area beaches.
Vibe
Quaint, historic fishing and surfing hotspot that’s popular but not too crowded. Ranked among the top beaches in the south, family-friendly Stuart Beach is snuggled close to local attractions like the Elliot Museum and the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, delivering convenient amenities that range from covered picnic areas to restrooms and beach volleyball courts. Here, you’re likely to see surfers, families throwing frisbees or constructing sand castles, and plenty of room to plant your beach umbrella.
See, feel
Free parking sets the mood when you pull into Stuart Beach, and it just gets better from there.
Paths curve through green areas that are lush with palms and complete with shaded picnic tables, and a cheerful café invites you to take a seat and grab a bite. Seagrapes border the trail across the dunes, revealing the beach, laden with creamy-chocolate colored sand dotted with shells. The water changes hue with the mood of the ocean. Expect some waves, which will vary according to winds, tides, and offshore systems.
On or near the beach
At Stuart Beach, sunning, swimming, and surfing are popular, with all skill levels of surfers and all types of boards welcome. Hunt for seashells—the perfect Martin County souvenir-- snorkel, or windsurf. Fish from shore, or go for an epic charter fishing expedition: Stuart is dubbed the Sailfish Capital of the World. Sharing the same driveway as Stuart Beach, the Elliott Museum celebrates local history and showcases a stunning collection of classic cars, trucks, and baseball memorabilia.
Accessibility
Stuart Beach offers rolling beach wheelchairs, available at the lifeguard station.
Facilities
Amenities at Stuart Beach include covered picnic areas; beach volleyball courts; basketball courts; showers; restrooms; a museum; and the Seaside Cafe, offering breakfast, lunch or bar bites on their outdoor deck, at the bar or on the beach.
Lifeguards
Lifeguards are on duty seven days a week. To find out the number of lifeguard towers open for the day, call Martin County's Beach Information Hotline at (772) 320-3112. Lifeguards are on duty when the conditions flag is displayed on the lifeguard tower.
Parking
Parking is free at Stuart Beach, like all Martin County beaches.
