Seven miles, five ways in.
Beaches
Seaglass Shores has the pier and the parking. Pelican Key has the quiet. Lighthouse Point has the sunset. Flags fly at every public access: green, yellow, red.
Before you go
Know the
flags
Green
Swim, paddle, bring the kids.
Calm water
Yellow
Stay near a lifeguard stand. Watch for rip currents.
Moderate surf
Red
Knee-deep at most. Double red: the water is closed.