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154 access points · Panhandle

Bay County beach access

Florida DEP lists 154 public beach access points in Bay County on the Panhandle, across 10 cities and beaches. 14 record parking, 11 record restrooms and 1 record a lifeguard.

154 access points in Bay County

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Frequently asked questions

How many public beach accesses are there in Bay County?

The Florida DEP public beach access layer lists 154 access points in Bay County. DEP marks each one Full Access, Full Access With Parking or Limited Access. Our data was downloaded October 2026.

Which Bay County beach accesses have parking?

14 of the listed accesses record parking (a parking lot, a space count or a "Full Access With Parking" status). Use the Parking filter above to see them. Space counts come from DEP surveys and may have changed.

Do Bay County beaches charge for parking or entry?

DEP records an entrance or parking fee at 4 of these accesses. A blank fee field means DEP didn't record one, not that parking is free. Check the posted signs or the managing park or city. See free vs. paid beach parking.

Are there ADA-accessible beach accesses in Bay County?

DEP marks 13 of these accesses as ADA accessible and 6 as having ADA parking. Accessibility can change with erosion and repairs, so confirm before you go. See our ADA beach tips.

What does "Limited Access" mean?

It is the status Florida DEP gives an access point that has restrictions, for example no parking, residents-only parking, seasonal closures or a walkover in poor repair. Read the DEP notes on the access page and follow posted signs.

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