Delray Beach: Atlantic Dunes Park
About
Atlantic Dunes Park is a public beach access point in Delray Beach, Florida, about 2 miles from the center of town. It's a straightforward place to reach the sand, with parking on site, restrooms, lifeguards on duty, and accessible access for visitors who need it. A fee is charged. Winter and early spring are the most comfortable stretch for a beach day. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show February highs around 77°F with lows near 58°F, while summer brings highs near 90°F and wet days on more than half the month from June through September. Nearby, Seacrest Scrub sits about 3.6 miles away and makes the closest option for a short walk. High Ridge Scrub (about 8.6 miles) and Boca Raton Trail (about 9.1 miles) are also within easy driving distance.
Beach Details
Lifeguards
On duty (often seasonal)
Parking
Large lot
Fee
Parking 1.25/hour
Restrooms
Yes
Accessible access
Yes
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Delray Beach: Atlantic Dunes Park
Florida
Data: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program. Source metadata · Official page
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Nov–May. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 75–85°F and lows of 56–68°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Loxahatchee Nwr, FL weather station, 10 mi away. High / low in °F, and days with snow.
- Jan75° high56° low
- Feb77° high58° low
- Mar79° high61° low
- Apr82° high64° low
- May85° high68° low
- Jun88° high72° low
- Jul90° high74° low
- Aug90° high74° low
- Sep89° high74° low
- Oct86° high70° low
- Nov80° high64° low
- Dec77° high60° low
Nearby
- Seacrest ScrubHiking3.6 mi
- High Ridge ScrubHiking8.6 mi
- Boca Raton TrailHiking9.1 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
