Mexico Beach
Mexico Beach (playas) is a public Gulf of Mexico beach in Bay County, Florida, run by the City of Mexico Beach. The city describes 3.1 miles of white sand shoreline that suits families, anglers, and divers. The main thing to know is that the public pier was destroyed by Hurricane Michael in 2018, and the city says it is working with FEMA to rebuild it by 2027. Public beach access is still available at South 37th Street.
Should you go to Mexico Beach today?
Go, but check conditions first
- Moderate rip current risk.
- Dry daytime forecast.
- Up to 71°F.
- Mon 19Moderate rip current risk
- Tue 20Dry daytime forecast
- Wed 21Dry daytime forecast
- Thu 22Dry daytime forecast
- Fri 23Dry daytime forecast
Weather at Mexico Beach, today
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 am | Sunny | 54°F | NE 20 mph | 0% |
| 9 am | Sunny | 60°F | NE 20 mph | 0% |
| 11 am | Sunny | 65°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 1 pm | Sunny | 69°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 3 pm | Sunny | 70°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 5 pm | Sunny | 69°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
Beach and surf
| Rip Current Risk | Moderate |
|---|---|
| Surf Height | Around 1 foot |
| Water Temperature | 78 degrees |
| UV Index | High |
Daylight
| Sunrise | 6:45 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 6:08 pm |
| Question visitors ask | Is Mexico Beach open and where is public beach access? |
|---|---|
| County | Bay County |
| Official site | mexicobeachfl.gov |
How do you get to Mexico Beach (playas) and where can you park?
The City of Mexico Beach says public access to the beach at Mexico Beach (playas) is available from South 37th Street, and public parking is available there. Parking is also available in several areas on the beach side of Highway 98.
Anglers can park at the public boat ramp and at the south end of Canal Parkway. Trailer parking is available at the public boat ramp.
What rules apply at Mexico Beach (playas)?
Visitors must not disturb sea turtles that are crawling to or from the ocean or laying eggs, and the city asks people to watch from at least 30 feet away. The city also asks visitors to avoid shining lights on the beach at night, to stay off the dunes and nesting area, to avoid disturbing nesting seabirds, and to pick up trash such as cigarette butts and fishing line.
Mexico Beach has been designated a bird sanctuary. Hunting, killing, or molesting birds or their nests within city limits is unlawful under city rules described on the city website. Boats using the canal must go no faster than idle speed, must not dispose of materials, including fish carcasses and unused bait, and must not swim in the canal.
When should you visit Mexico Beach (playas)?
The City of Mexico Beach says the sea turtle nesting season runs from May through October, and the city applies its lighting and coastal construction standards during that period. Check before you go for current conditions, because the city page does not list opening hours or seasonal closures.
Mexico Beach: questions visitors ask
Is Mexico Beach (playas) open, and where is public beach access?
The City of Mexico Beach says public beach access is available from South 37th Street, with public parking there and along the beach side of Highway 98. The city page does not list opening hours, so check before you go.
Is the public pier at Mexico Beach (playas) open?
The City of Mexico Beach says the public pier was wiped out by Hurricane Michael in 2018. The city states it is working with FEMA to rebuild the pier by 2027, so check before you go for the current status.
Where can you fish at Mexico Beach (playas)?
The City of Mexico Beach says anglers can fish from the shore, from the pier, or from the Gulf. Parking is available at the public boat ramp and at the south end of Canal Parkway. The city also notes that the Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association adds artificial reefs with city help.
What should you do if you see a sea turtle on the beach at Mexico Beach (playas)?
The City of Mexico Beach asks visitors not to disturb a turtle that is crawling to or from the ocean or laying eggs, and to watch from at least 30 feet away. Visitors should also avoid shining lights on the beach at night.
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