Florida Beaches Guide - Apollo Beach

North of Canaveral National Seashore

No tan lines here! Experience the feeling of freedom and go buff on this bare-all island. Although there has been conflict between clothed and nude visitors, the most northern section of Apollo beach near crossover #5 is all for nudity. The beach has recently posted signs telling visitors when they are about to enter an area where they may encounter nudity.

Parking is very scarce here, so arrive early to avoid a long, long walk.

Accommodations: Motels and hotels can be found in nearby cities such as Tampa for reasonable prices. Apollo BeachCamping is available on Apollo Beach November through April with a valid permit. The closest non-camping accommodation is the Aloha Motel. Be advised, this motel is not a nudist facility.  

Apollo Beach Local Activities: Swimming, Sunbathing and relaxing on the beach are the most relaxing activities you can do at Apollo Beach. Try a guided walk or canoe trip along the coast of Canaveral National Seashore and discover natural and aquatic life such as sand dunes and sea turtles. If you like to golf, the Apollo Beach Golf Club offers the most innovative golf course in architectural history.

Apollo Beach Area Attractions: Take a guided fishing trip to Mosquito Lagoon where you will find some of the best fishing in the area. Discover a turn of the century settlement along the Eldora Trail, or hike the Turtle Mound Trail, leading to the top of Timucuan Mound.  

Apollo Beach Area Events:

• Manatee Arts Festival (March): 2 days full of arts and crafts.
• Beach party at Beer Can Island (May): Celebrate with live music, drinks, and games with a full day event under the sun.

Apollo Beach Nightlife: Considered the "Nightlife Capital of Florida's West Coast," when the sun goes down Tampa cranks up the music. Listen to reggae, rock, blues, country, salsa, punk and jazz in any downtown hot spot. Ybor City's 7^th Avenue shuts down the street to vehicles on the weekend making this Tampa's party central.

Apollo Beach Weather: Summer has average temperatures ranging from 81 - 91F, and winter temperatures ranging from 60 - 75F.

Apollo Beach Facilities: Section 1 is the only section with lifeguards on duty from 10am - 5pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Self-contained chemical toilets are offered along the beach, but forget about showers, payphones or running water.

Beach Fees: Admission to the beach is $5 per vehicle and $3 per pedestrian.

For more information or help planning your next Florida getaway, visit the Apollo Beach Chamber of Commerce.

Love Florida beaches? See all Florida beaches in our guide:

• Fort Walton Beach  
• Gulf Islands National Seashore
• Navarre Beach
• Panama City Beach
• Pensacola Beach
• Perdido Key
• Seaside Beach
• St. Andrews State Recreational Area
• St George Island State Park
• Shell Island
• St. Vincent Wildlife Refuge
• St. Joseph Peninsula National Park
• Fernandina Beach
• Ponte Verda Beach
• Calaesi Island State Park
• Clearwater Beach
• Egmont Key
• Fort DeSoto Park

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