Loggerhead Park — Attraction in Fort Lauderdale

This northern end of Fort Lauderdale Beach is my favorite spot for walking, swimming and snorkeling. Located at the end of 27th, a couple of blocks south of Oakland Park Boulevard on A1A, this hidden gem is a favorite of locals. You will find a small parking lot nestled between two impressive beach homes, newly painted Adirondack chairs facing the water, a shower at the entrance, and a couple of picnic tables. There are no lifeguards here, so it is important to check the daily Ft. Lauderdale Beach report, online, to know the current water conditions and which flags are flying. This is a super peaceful, pleasant and very quiet area. During high season, go early in the morning or late in the afternoon to get a parking space, as there are only about 20, with one handicapped spot, and pay at the meter or even better with the parking app. Lots of windsurfers to watch on windy afternoons. If you like diving and snorkeling, this is an excellent spot. In fact, most mornings you will see dive teams going out. I particularly like the snorkeling here. This is a safe, fun location that makes you feel you are in your own private paradise. Lot opens at 8:00 A.M., and closes at 8:00 P.M. Oh, it is also the perfect place to view...

Sometimes I get tired of the crowds at the larger municipal beaches. I started seeking out the small lesser known beaches in the area and while there may be less parking I find them to be quieter and more relaxing.

My latest discovery is Loggerhead Park located between Fort Lauderdale Beach to the south and Commercial Pier to the north. Named after the endangered Loggerhead sea turtles who come to the beach to nest, this is a small and secluded beach where you are more likely to find locals than tourists. It is mainly used by people in the neighborhood. Although there is only about 20 spots I was able to find a parking place. You pay for parking by the hour at a kiosk or by the phone app.

Once you park it is a short walk to the sand where relaxing Adirondack chairs line where the parking lot and beach meet. There is even a picnic table if you want to bring a lunch. The beach does not have a lifeguard or restrooms. I like it for when I don't have a lot of time and am just looking for a quick dip. It is fun to branch out and explore some of these smaller...

EXCELLENT BEACH & WATERFRONT & WATER- SOOOO MANYYYYY SEASHELLS & STONES/ROCKS & ACTUALLY GOT TO SEE UP CLOSE 1ST & PROBABLY ONLY TIME IN OUR LIVES, ME & MY SISTER, SAW A LIVE JELLYFISH & WE THINK A DEAD/WOUNDED/SOMETHING JELLYFISH. KRISTI TRIED & TRIED TO HELP GET THE ALIVE LIL GUY BACK INTO THE WATER WITHOUT TOUCHING IT OR BREAKING ANY KINDA LAWS OR ANYTHING LOL & SHE STILL THINKS SHE MIGHT'VE GOT STUNG SOMEHOW ON HER FINGER/TIP OF OF HER FINGER?

*DISCLAIMER: NOOO ANIMALS/FISH/JELLYFISH/SEA ANIMALS WERE HARMED DURING THE MAKING OF THESE PHOTOS NOR DURING OUR BEACH TRIP & EXPERIENCE!! THE TIDE DIIIID END UP PICKING UP JUUUST ENOUGH TO FIIIINALLYYYYY LIFT THE LITLLE SUCKER RIGHT UP & WAS ABLE TO FLOAT/SWIM/WHATEVER BACK INTO THE OCEAN!!...