Seaside: Van Ness Butler Jr.
About
Van Ness Butler Jr. is a public beach access point in Florida, about 12 miles from the town of Laguna Beach. It's a straightforward stop for a day at the shore, with restrooms on site and lifeguards on duty. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to visit. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show April highs around 76°F and October highs around 81°F, while July and August average highs near 91°F. For a change from the sand, Camp Helen State Park Trail lies about 10 miles away.
Beach Details
Lifeguards
On duty (often seasonal)
Parking
None at the access
Restrooms
Yes
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Seaside: Van Ness Butler Jr.
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 63–84°F and lows of 45–68°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Destin Ft Walton Ap, FL weather station, 20 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan63° high45° low
- Feb66° high48° low
- Mar71° high54° low
- Apr76° high60° low
- May84° high68° low
- Jun89° high74° low
- Jul91° high76° low
- Aug91° high76° low
- Sep88° high72° low
- Oct81° high63° low
- Nov72° high53° low
- Dec66° high47° low
Nearby
- Camp Helen State Park TrailHiking9.7 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
