Posted on 8/30/2024 by Sarah Reinke

Visit the Forgotten Coast: St. George Island Beach Guide

Nestled along Florida’s Forgotten Coast, St. George Island is a beach lover's dream, offering 22 miles of serene beaches. Escape to St. George Island with  Cape & Coast Premier Properties and experience the perfect conditions for swimming, suntanning, fishing, and kayaking. Each of our properties includes a $250 beach gear credit, so you can easily rent items like paddleboards, kayaks, beach chairs, umbrellas, or beach carts. Enhance your getaway with our curated beach gear options and familiarize yourself with local beach safety rules before heading to the warm sands of St. George Island!

Explore St. George Island State Park

Named one of the Top Ten Beaches in America by Dr. Beach,  St. George Island State Park is a true gem. With nine miles of undeveloped beaches, this park provides the perfect setting for sunbathing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, boating, and fishing. As you stroll along the sugary white sands, keep an eye out for dolphins playing in the surf. 

Cast a Line at East End Fishing Beach

For fishing enthusiasts, the East End Fishing Beach at St. George Island State Park is a must-visit. From flounder to Spanish mackerel, this area offers some of the best shore fishing on the island. Book a stay in one of our vacation rentals on the island's East End to be close to this prime fishing spot! 

St. George Island Public Beach

The St. George Island Public Beach is the island’s most popular beach, located near the St. George Island Lighthouse. This family-friendly beach is a great spot for swimming, suntanning, and overall beach bumming. When you have gotten your fill of the fun in the sun, there are several locally-owned restaurants nearby to re-fuel you and your crew before you head back out. 


Beach amenities include bathhouse facilities, picnic pavilions, a playground, and a ball court. Stay in one of our Gulf Beaches properties on St. George Island Public Beach for easy access to fun in the sun. 

Little St. George Island

If you are looking for a beach experience off the beaten path, head to Little St. George Island. Easily access Little St. George Island from Sikes Cut on the western end of St. George Island. Discover nine miles of undeveloped beaches and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities like boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking, camping, wildlife viewing, and beach activities. 


Stay near Sikes Cut at #1 Sunset Serenity or Seven Seas and enjoy a prime location for fishing, boating, and kayaking. Or book any of our private gated Plantation properties and walk to the beach from your vacation home!

Beachfront Vacation Rentals on St. George Island

Book your beach getaway with  Cape & Coast Premier Properties today! Our St. George Island vacation homes offer unparalleled access to pristine shores, with many featuring private boardwalks leading directly to the beach. Browse our  vacation rentals and find the perfect basecamp for your St. George Island getaway. Whether you are traveling with a group of two or twenty, we have you covered!

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