Panama City Beach: Collins east
About
Panama City Beach: Collins east is a public beach access point in Florida, about 4 miles from the community of Upper Grand Lagoon. It gives the public a way onto the beach at Panama City Beach. Weather is mildest in spring and fall. Typical averages from a nearby weather station at Panama City's airport run from highs around 77°F with lows near 60°F in April to highs around 82°F with lows near 62°F in October. Midsummer highs typically reach about 90°F. For time off the sand, Saint Andrews State Park Trail is about 6 miles away and Panama City Conservation Park is about 7.5 miles away. Both are good options for a hike before or after a beach visit.
Beach Details
Parking
None at the access
Restrooms
None
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Panama City Beach: Collins east
Florida
Data: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program. Source metadata
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Oct–May. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 63–85°F and lows of 45–67°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Panama City Bay Co Ap, FL weather station, 8.1 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan63° high45° low
- Feb67° high48° low
- Mar72° high53° low
- Apr77° high60° low
- May85° high67° low
- Jun89° high74° low
- Jul90° high76° low
- Aug90° high75° low
- Sep89° high71° low
- Oct82° high62° low
- Nov72° high52° low
- Dec66° high47° low
Nearby
- Saint Andrews State Park TrailHiking6.1 mi
- Panama City Conservation ParkHiking7.5 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
