Crescent Beachfront Park

Crescent Beach gets its name from the natural shape of the coastline. Beachgoers enjoy the hard-packed sand that lends itself to activities including beach bike rides, walks, frisbee, and volleyball. And of course, beachgoers can opt to relax on the beach, swim, surf, wade, and boogie board. 

Amenities at Crescent Beachfront Park

• Shower facilities
• Restroom facilities
• Pavilions
• Picnic facilities
• Parking
• Beach Driving Access

Visit Crescent Beachfront Park

Admission: FREE

Address: 6930 A1A South, St. Augustine, Florida 32080

Parking: Parking is available at the entrance.

Other Parks Near Crescent Beach Park

Frank Butler Beachfront Park East, Frank Butler Park West, and Fort Matanzas are a short distance away. Check our local Parks Directory to see other options.

Beach Access and Permits in St. Johns County

Things Permitted with Restrictions

• Leashed dogs (even when they are in the water). You must clean up after them.
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• Use of self-contained grills. Coal and all waste must be taken with you when you leave.
• Sunshades up to 10'X10' are allowed. They cannot be left overnight.

Driving on the Beach

• You may drive on the beach at your own risk. A beach driving pass is required from March through September.
• Learn about passes, the rules about driving direction and parking, and ramp and gate closures here.
• Beach Driving Gates Times
  • A Street Ramp, managed by the City of St. Augustine Beach, opens at 8:00 a.m. and closes nightly at 5:00 p.m.
  • From May 1 through October 31, access on county beaches is available from 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m
  • From November 1 through April 30, access on county beaches is open overnight except during emergency conditions (including severe weather).

Horseback Riding Permits

Horseback riding is allowed on certain beaches that have access to trailer parking. Here's what you need to know:

• The permits are free, though they do require that you take a quiz, and processing your permit may take up to two weeks 
• See the beach horseback riding zones on the county's map of beach access points, riding beaches, and the months riding is allowed.
• Begin your ride one to two hours before low tide, and ride your horse below the most recent high tide line.

Weddings and Events

• All weddings and other events on the beach must be permitted
• Find the special event permits here.

Activities and Items Not Permitted on the Beaches

• Alcoholic beverages, vaping, and smoking
• Glass containers, balloon or lantern releases, littering,  fireworks, and open fires
• Overnight camping or flashlights at night
• Launching or landing drones on the beach, launching motorized boats, or engaging in any commercial activity (including soliciting or canvassing) without a permit.

Additional Rules and Ordinances

For information about environmental protection, especially during turtle nesting season from May 1 through October 31, see the county's website.