We love ourFloridabeaches! With Palm Beach Countys 45-mile long Atlantic shoreline, there are lots of beautiful beaches to choose. And if you like uncrowded beaches, or want to enjoy the perfect spot to grab breakfast at the beach, we found those too!

Here we break down the main attractions and facts on each beach from Tequesta toBoca Raton.

Vital statistics: 15 acres, 600 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The beach: The primary draw of this quiet beach the countys northernmost is the snorkeling. With clear waters and multiple rock formations within wading distance of shore,Coral Cove allows you to swim with the tropical fishes, sting rays and seahorses. In addition to its guarded beach, Coral Cove also offers 600 feet of Intracoastal Waterway frontage thats paddleboard-perfect.

Nearby points of interest: The fantastic Blowing Rocks Nature Conservancy kicks up surf to the north (you can actually walk to it on the beach from Coral Cove), while Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum shines a light on Florida history to the south.

Coral Cove Park: 1600 S. Beach Road, Tequesta; 561-624-0065

Carlin Park. The Palm Beach Post

Vital statistics: 120 acres, 3,000 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: North Countys marquee beach park, Carlin has it all: an amphitheater and Civic Center; bocce, tennis and volleyball courts; a 20-station exercise course; a softball field; three large picnic pavilions; a trio of playground structures; 26 shaded picnic shelters with grills; and some of the softest, cleanest sand in the county.

Nearby points of interest: Check out the historical marker in front of the parksLazy Loggerhead Caf, which serves breakfast and lunch, and often attracts a line of hungry beachgoers. It tells the story of the U.S. Life Saving Station, built on the site of Carlin Park in 1885.

Carlin Park: 400 S. State Road A1A, Jupiter; 561-629-8775

Vital statistics: 46 acres, 1,700 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: This park, with its front-row views of Jupiter Inlet, is popular with folks who enjoy fishing off its jetty, which is open around the clock. Its got picnic areas with grills, a sand volleyball court and a historical marker detailing the Spanish galleons and merchant ships that sank beneath the waves here in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Nearby points of interest: Although dogs arent allowed in Jupiter Beach Park (or any county-operated park), Fido can romp on 2 miles of off-leash beach to the south between access markers 25 and 59 in Jupiter. Just make sure you scoop your poochs poop!

Jupiter Beach Park: 14775 U.S. Hwy., 1, Juno Beach; 561-624-0065

Kayleigh Jurasz (left, age 6) of Port St. Lucie surfs with the help of a volunteer during Surfers For Autism's 6th Annual Festival of the Palm Beaches at Ocean Cay Park in Jupiter Saturday, May 9, 2015. (Bruce R. Bennett / The Palm Beach Post)

Vital statistics: 13 acres, unguarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: The four, well-maintained sand volleyball courts and a pair of nice picnic pavilions are Ocean Cays calling cards. The parks small beach is just a short walk across A1A, and its the only county beach that allows dogs in designated areas. The beach provides lifeguards from 9 a.m. to 5:20 a.m daily.

Nearby points of interest: Bluffs Square Shoppes plaza, across U.S. Hwy. 1 from Ocean Cay, is home not only to Locals Surf Shops Jupiter location, but also a Publix packed with sun-and-surf supplies.

Ocean Cay Park: 2188 Marcinski Road, Jupiter; 561-624-0065

A fisherman hauls in a catch on the Juno Beach Pier at sunrise. (Lannis Waters / The Palm Beach Post) Palm Beach Post

Vital statistics: Five acres, 300 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: The 990-foot Juno Beach Pier is a swell place to watch a sunrise or sunset (or stay on the sand and use it as a centerpiece for your dawn and dusk photos). Admission to the pier, which boasts a bait shop and snack bar, is $1 for spectators and $4 for those planning to fish.

Nearby points of interest:Loggerhead Marinelife Center oversees the operation of the Juno Pier. The center, which serves as a hospital to injured sea turtles, is just south of the pier in Loggerhead Park. (Photo by Lannis Waters/The Palm Beach Post)

Juno Beach Park: 14775 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach

A loggerhead turtle returns to the ocean after nesting at MacArthur Beach State Park in North Palm Beach, where a record 1,762 nests have been recorded. Rangers and volunteers have counted as many as 52 nests in one night on their daily surveys. There are still three months to go in nesting season. (Photo courtesy of MacArthur Beach State Park)

Vital statistics: 17 acres, 900 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: Loggerhead Marinelife Center is the centerpiece of this kid-friendly north county beach park, which includes picnic areas, play structures and a nature trail on the west side of U.S. Highway 1. The center, which cares for injured sea turtles that have been rescued along our coast, is a popular destination for field trips, birthday parties and scouts. Its open seven days a week, and admission is free, although donations are encouraged.

Nearby points of interest: Look for the old historical marker near the southern edge of the Loggerhead parking lot commemorating the site of the 7-mile Celestial Railroad. South Floridas first rail line, it connected Jupiter and Juno Beach.

Loggerhead Park: 14200 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach

JOHN D. MacARTHUR STATE PARK

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Vital statistics: 438 acres, two miles of unguarded beach, open 8 a.m. to sunset

Admission: $5 per vehicle (limit two to eight people), $4 per single-occupant vehicle, $2 for pedestrians, bicyclists or extra passengers

The main attraction: The only state park in Palm Beach County, MacArthur truly is a local treasure. A 1,600-foot boardwalk carries you from an exhibit-filled nature center to a beach of untamed, abiding beauty. And if your party isnt up to the walk, trams will ferry you between the parking lot and beach. Reef and rock outcroppings in shallow water near the park are a popular destination for snorkelers and scuba divers hoping to see squid, schools of snook, and colorful tropical fish.

Nearby points of interest: No need to leave MacArthur to extend your outing. The park offers nature talks and walks, fish-tank interpretations, performances by bluegrass bands and complimentary kayak lessons.

John D. MacArthur State Park: 11611 Ellison Wilson Rd., Palm Beach Gardens; 561-624-6952

Ocean Reef Park.

Vital statistics: 13 acres, 700 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: A shady park area loaded with picnic tables, grills and a playground is connected by board walks to a deep beach with plenty of room to stretch out.

Nearby points of interest: Ocean Malls restaurants and shops. Its a short drive south.

Ocean Reef Park: 3860 N. Ocean Dr., Riviera Beach; 561-629-8775

RIVIERA BEACH MUNICIPAL BEACH

Vital statistics: 17 acres,1,000 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: You want to dip your toes in the Atlantic? In the Sunshine State, you cant wade any farther into the ocean than on Singer Island, Floridas easternmost point. The beachs Ocean Mall, a strip of beach shops and open-air restaurants, was refurbished a few years ago; grab a Slurpee at the 7-Eleven before crossing the dunes. The upgraded beach complex includes new pavilions and a playground, and good volleyball and tennis courts.

Nearby points of interest:Johnny Longboatsand Two Drunken Goats in Ocean Mall are lively places to grab breakfast, lunch, dinner or a drink, or, a short drive away, you can take in the sunset at Sailfish Marina. (Photo by Allen Eyestone/The Palm Beach Post)

Riviera Beach Municipal Beach: 2511 Ocean Dr., Riviera Beach; 561-845-4070

The sun rises behind the Worth Avenue clock tower in Palm Beach. LANNIS WATERS / THE PALM BEACH POST Lannis Waters/Palm Beach Post Staff Writer

Vital statistics: Six miles of beach with lifeguards stationed just north of Worth Avenue, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: Where ritzy Worth Avenue meets the ocean, this easy-to-reach beach recently underwent a renourishment project to replenish its sand. But the beach is so close to Ocean Boulevard that you can walk along the salmon-covered sea wall and take in beautiful blue views without removing your shoes.

Nearby points of interest: The Worth Avenue clock tower is made for photo ops at sunrise and sunset, and Worth Avenue itself is made for window-shopping.

Palm Beach Municipal Beach: 375 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach; 561-838-5483

Phipps Ocean Park. (Meghan McCarthy/Palm Beach Daily News)

Vital statistics: Three acres, 1,300 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: Twin beaches separated by a fire station, quiet Phipps Ocean Park is an outdoor playground with an interesting history: The wide flat top of the dune here was once A1A, which was moved west after a 1947 hurricane. This pristine park includes a grassy area with picnic tables and grills, a playground and six tennis courts. Note: Pack your water shoes if you plan to walk on the beach; at low tide, rock formations are exposed along the shoreline.

Nearby points of interest: The Little Red Schoolhouse, which dates back to 1886, was the first house of learning in South Florida. Now tended by the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach, the one-room structure now stands just south of Phipps. Even if its not open when you visit, you can read the historical marker and peek in the windows.

Phipps Ocean Park: 2201 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach

R.G. Kreusler Park. (Lannis Waters/The Palm Beach Palm Beach Post

Vital statistics: Four acres, 450 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: A large, grassy area greets you as you exit your car at Kreusler. This little beach may live in the shadow of the much larger Lake Worth Municipal Beach complex, but that means its lot is also easier to navigate and its sands are often more laidback.

Nearby points of interest: See Lake Worth Municipal Beach its a very short walk away. (Historical note: The park is named after oilman Richard G. Kreusler, a 47-year-old member-elect of Palm Beachs Town Council who was gunned down through the front door of his Palm Beach home in 1976. The murder remains unsolved.) (Photo by Lannis Waters/The Palm Beach Post)

R.G. Kreusler Park: 2882 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach

LAKE WORTH MUNICIPAL BEACH

Thomas Cordy/The Palm Beach Post

Vital statistics: 1,300 feet of guarded beach, open from 8 a.m. to midnight Sunday-Thursday and 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday

The main attraction: Renovated in 2013, Lake Worths beach and casino complex is one of the crown jewels of the county coastline. In addition to the reconstructed casino building (home to shops, restaurants and a ballroom-for-rental, which has made the beach a more attractive wedding destination), the facility features the 960-foot William O. Lockhart Municipal Pier, modern playground equipment andBennys on the Beach, where you can dig into Stuffed Red Raspberry Granola French Toast directly over the breaking waves. During the winter months, the city of Lake Worth also builds Friday-night Bonfires on the Beach.

Nearby points of interest: You really can make a day (and evening) of it at Lake Worth beach, but if you need a change of scenery, cross the Intracoastal and wind down in downtown Lake Worth, where dozens of bars, eateries and bands playing live music await.

Lake Worth Municipal Beach: 10 S. Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth; 561-533-7395

Lantana Municipal Beach has a seawall that was installed in early 2009 at a cost of about $1.5 milliion. The sea wall runs for about 640 feet. J.D. Vivian

Vital statistics: Eight acres, 745 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: Lantanas beach has suffered from erosion more than many beaches in the county, and at high tide, the strip of sand is particularly narrow. That doesnt detract from the views (and sounds) that can be enjoyed while dining and drinking al fresco atDune Deck Caf, located high above the waterline. Keep in mind: Dune Deck is cash only, although an ATM is parked out front.

Nearby points of interest: The beach is just north of Eau Palm Beach, so if youre presentable, you can head for the resorts pool-area bar for a (pricey) beverage. Also, kitty-corner to the beach, the Plaza del Mar shopping center is home to John Gs (where lines for breakfast regularly form out the door), the Ice Cream Club and Manalapan Pizza.

Lantana Municipal Beach: 100 N. Ocean Blvd., Lantana; 561-540-5000

Ocean Inlet Park (left) is on the south side of the Boynton Inlet. Richard Graulich/The Palm Beach Post

Vital statistics: 11 acres, 600 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: This small but mighty beach, which rests on the south side of the Boynton Beach Inlet, offers a slew of ways to enjoy the waves. Fishermen cast off the jetty (which is open 24 hours), snorkelers explore the artificial reef just off the shore, watercraft fans watch boats navigate the inlet, and shutterbugs find this stretch of beach, dotted with large rocks, to be fertile ground for camera creativity.

Nearby points of interest: Brush up on your local history by seeking out the parks marker about the inlet, which was constructed in the mid-1920s. And a heads up for always-hungry beachgoers: Until the parks caf reopens, youll need to plan well ahead on the food front. There arent any stores or restaurants in the immediate vicinity.

Ocean Inlet Park: 6990 N. Ocean Blvd., Ocean Ridge; 561-629-8775

Vital statistics: Eight acres, 1,100 feet of unguarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: What this low-key beach lacks in amenities it doesnt have restrooms, and its one of only two Palm Beach County beach parks without lifeguards (the other is Jupiters Ocean Cay) it makes up for with the singularly beautiful trail that zig-zags to the beach through dense coastal hammock. Walking through it feels like youve entered a fairy tale set in South Florida.

Nearby points of interest: Looking for lifeguards or, uh, restrooms? Ocean Inlet Park is just to the north, and Boynton Beach Oceanfront Park is just to the south. But both will be more crowded than this little spit of solitude.

Ocean Ridge Hammock Park: 6620 N. Ocean Blvd., Ocean Ridge; 561-276-3990

BOYNTON BEACH OCEANFRONT PARK

Vital statistics: 12 acres, 985 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to 9 p.m.

Parking: $5 per vehicle May 1-Nov. 15; $10 per vehicle Nov. 16-April 30

The main attraction: Although it has an Ocean Ridge address, this fully realized beach park is a Boynton Beach production. It caters not only to sun worshippers but also folks who just want to look at the ocean, and listen to the waves, without staking out a spot on the sand. Soaring sun guards cover benches, and Jeffreys Snack Shack serves sandwiches and ice cream, strawberry lemonade and virgin Bloody Marys (its cash only). Picnic tables, grills, pavilions, a volleyball court and a playground round out the opportunities for recreation at this well-designed city park.

Nearby points of interest: Keep your tropical buzz going with a visit to Two Georges or Banana Boat, two longtime Boynton landmarks on the Intracoastal Waterway. They both offer seafood staples, tropical drinks and live music with water views.

Boynton Beach Oceanfront Park: 6415 N. Ocean Blvd., Ocean Ridge; 561-742-6565

Spring Break Surf Clinic at Gulfstream Park. (Palm Beach Post file photo) Chris Matula

Vital statistics: Seven acres, 600 feet of guarded beach, open sunrise to sunset

The main attraction: Gulfstream Park is often referred to as a hidden gem, thanks to its low profile and small size. The well-manicured park area is packed with shady picnic tables (about 20 total), grills, a play area and swings for toddlers. Because parking is free and the lot isnt that large, competition for a space can get heated.

Nearby points of interest: Grab huge, handcrafted sandwiches to go at Seaside Deli & Market. Forget your sunscreen or want to pick up a skim board? Pop into friendly Nomad Surf Shop, a local landmark since 1968.

Gulfstream Park: 4489 N. Ocean Blvd., Boynton Beach; 561-629-8775

Vital statistics: 7,000 feet of beach (some of which is guarded), open sunrise to sunset

Parking: $1.50 per hour at metered spots along the east side of Ocean Boulevard and at westside lots in Sandoway Park, Sarah Gleason Park and Anchor Park.

The main attraction: Swimming, surfing, sailing, Frisbee-throwing, kite-flying Theres room for it all, plus volleyball (bring your own ball and play on one of seven well-maintained courts), on Delrays top-rated, two-mile public beach, named by Travel Holiday magazine as the best public beach in the Southeast for swimming.

Nearby points of interest: Start your beach day with an outstanding Bloody Mary at Caffe Luna Rosa or refuel from all your ocean adventures at Bostons on the Beach. At Sandoway House Nature Center, you can witness shark and alligator feedings; check out the 10,000-shell seashell collection; or climb to the second-floor observation deck and grab a pair of binoculars for a different view of the beach.

Delray Municipal Beach: South Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach; 561-272-3224

The pavilion at Atlantic Dunes Park in Delray Beach. This photo was taken in November 2011. The pavilion was burned down in a rash of arson incidents in June 2016. (Photo by Steve Lopez / Palm Beach Post)

Vital statistics: Seven acres, 450 feet of guarded beach, open 8 a.m. to sunset daily

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