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Fort island beach
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Fort island beach is located on the Gulf of Mexico (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 42th place out of 266 beaches in the Florida region 228.9 km away from its center, the city of Tallahassee. It is one of the beaches of Red Level settlement, just 8.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and white sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Fort island beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
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Fort island beach is located in Florida within Red Level, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"As a native Floridian, I highly recommend this beach due to its consistently high quality and expansive wildlife refuge. Don't forget to bring sunscreen and a chair! The newly built elderly walkout is incredibly convenient, and the weather alerts are loud enough to ensure you have plenty of time to make your way to safety."
Mila Lanewood
"This beach is a charming little spot with soft sand. It's quite small, only taking about two minutes to walk from one end to the other. The water isn't crystal clear, and at times, you may find some weeds along the shoreline. There are five single picnic tables and two double picnic tables, all of which are covered. Additionally, there is another covered area where there sho..."
Darren Wilson
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"As a native Floridian, I highly recommend this beach due to its consistently high quality and expansive wildlife refuge. Don't forget to bring sunscreen and a chair! The newly built elderly walkout is incredibly convenient, and the weather alerts are loud enough to ensure you have plenty of time to make your way to safety."
Mila Lanewood
"This beach is a charming little spot with soft sand. It's quite small, only taking about two minutes to walk from one end to the other. The water isn't crystal clear, and at times, you may find some weeds along the shoreline. There are five single picnic tables and two double picnic tables, all of which are covered. Additionally, there is another covered area where there sho..."
Darren Wilson
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- CDK• 43km
- Shoppes Of Boot Ranc...• 94km
Localities
- Red Level• 8.7km
- Tallahassee• 228.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Fort island beach?
The coastline of Fort island beach is covered with snow-white sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Fort island beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Fort island beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Fort island beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Fort island beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Fort island beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Fort island beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Fort island beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Fort island beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Fort island beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Fort island beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Fort island beach?
There are 47 places to stay in the Fort island beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Fort island beach include:
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How far is the Fort island beach from parking?
The Fort island beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Fort island beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Fort island beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 18°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Fort island beach (Florida) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Fort island beach (Florida) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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