Coquina Beach
Coquina Beach
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This scenic beach is located next to a small park on Anna Maria Island.
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Randy
Kingwood, TX73 contributions
May 2023 • Family
This place was a zoo. It was a holiday weekend and even the police I spoke to said just turn around and don’t bother. We have been here in the past on Sunday and there is a wonderful open air market there with great vendors with lots of treats. The police man said they no longer have the farmers market there. So this trip was a total wash. Back to the other beaches on the island.
Written 29 May 2023
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L L
Indianapolis, IN305 contributions
Feb 2022
Nice beach to walk on, although not soft sand. Lots of sharp shells so wear beach shoes. Bring a beach umbrella. Visited in February and weather great.
Written 14 February 2022
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Shelly W
Tampa, FL6 contributions
Sept 2021
Our favorite beach by far. It was never crowded and the sand is incredible. Bring a beach umbrella though because it does get hot and there's not any other shade. The body surfing is the best here with enough waves to keep if fun.
Written 7 October 2021
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S S
Greenville, SC56 contributions
June 2021
After visiting all of the Keys and beaches we found this gem. Every beach that we went to was overly crowded. On our last day in Florida I told my hubby that I had one more beach to check off on my list. AND BOY WAS IT WONDERFUL! this is the BEST beach if you are seeking peace from the crowds. The powder, white sands are gorgeous. I wish we had have discovered Coquina Beach sooner. The next time we come to Florida this will for sure be MY SPOT/RESTING PLACE. This area is not loaded with lots of businesses and tourists like most areas in Fla; it's more of a residential area.
Written 7 September 2021
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HappyFamily43082
Westerville, OH372 contributions
May 2021
Beautiful beach with nearby free parking. The beach is quite wide, but the sand is soft. Vendors were there when we arrived, but they left early in the afternoon.
Written 4 June 2021
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CaptTrouble
Hudson, WI7,950 contributions
Mar 2021
Beautiful white sand beach on the Gulf of Mexico where the water is aqua blue. Really pretty. A lot of people during the season! The island is very built up but it's nice.
Written 8 April 2021
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Randy
Kingwood, TX73 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
The beach is fantastic. Beautiful white sugar sand. We were there on a Sunday and there is a wonderful open air market there with great vendors with lots of treats for your tummy, your puppy or your artful eye.
Even our teenage daughter enjoyed it.
Even our teenage daughter enjoyed it.
Written 1 April 2021
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Rautx
Cortez, FL57 contributions
Mar 2021 • Friends
Great location. Coquina Beach offers plenty of parking, shade, picnic areas, beach chair & umbrella rental and a great selection of food and drinks. Also handy when visiting the “beach market”. My guests love the convenience while spending the day at the beach.
Written 8 March 2021
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royalpiper
new york76 contributions
Jan 2021
Sugar sand abounds...nice little spot to do some fishing as well...caught a couple of sea bass and puffer fish here...it is a well maintained area and a delight to just whither away an afternoon..enjoy.
Written 30 January 2021
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J. M. Davis
Brookhaven, GA53 contributions
Nov 2020
Coquina beach is big with plenty of public parking. The beach is nice for its view. More for teens, college kids and folks that like to litter , there are better beach locations further up Anna Maria.
Written 15 November 2020
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Melspam
10 contributions
Are there beach chairs or lounge chairs available to rent at the beach?
erichlaumer
Sarasota, FL100 contributions
I did see any when I was there. I brought my own
you say you not take kids swimming why?
GoStillers412
Pittsburgh, PA64 contributions
Totally safe for kids of all ages. Of course, mind the warning flags if the sea is rough.
My mom is in a wheelchair, would this be a problem?
jad1952
Ellenton, FL9 contributions
I believe that a wheelchair would get onto the beach with little problem. There are areas marked without steps down to the beach.
Cintia O
La Plata, Argentina2 contributions
Hola, estoy planeando para el año entrante vacaciones con mi flia en sarasota, queriamos tener nuestra estadia en algun lugar cercano a la costa. Donde recomiendan quedarse?
JAMES L
NEW WINDSOR450 contributions
My apologies for not speaking Spanish...Sarasota is a wonderful place to vacation....There are several hotels and private rentals on Lido Beach....a short walk to the great beach and the shopping and restaurants on St. Armand's Circle.
You can start with the Holiday Inn on Lido..
journey4413
Lakewood, OH
Has Red Tide effected Coquina Beach?
JAMES L
NEW WINDSOR450 contributions
While I have not been there this season, I would suspect the Red Tide is effecting Coquina Beach..According to newspaper reports the Red tide is effecting Long Boat Key and Anna Marie Island...Coquina is between them..Good luck
journey4413
Lakewood, OH
Where do we rent umbrellas and beach chairs?
JAMES L
NEW WINDSOR450 contributions
On the northern end of the beach is a refreshment stand/snack bar...there are beach chairs and umbrellas there...there are also Beach stores in the town where they can be purchased
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Frequently Asked Questions about Coquina Beach
- Hotels near Coquina Beach:
- (1.71 km) BridgeWalk a Landmark Resort
- (2.59 km) Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort
- (4.07 km) Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages
- (2.63 km) Tortuga Inn Beach Resort
- (3.04 km) Bungalow Beach Resort
- Restaurants near Coquina Beach:
- (0.25 km) Coquina Beach Cafe
- (2.25 km) Slicker's Eatery
- (1.80 km) Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub
- (1.85 km) Star Fish Company
- (1.71 km) Bridge Street Bistro
- Attractions near Coquina Beach:
- (0.04 km) Snapper Addict Fishing Charter
- (0.11 km) Coquina Beach
- (0.15 km) Coquina Baywalk
- (0.16 km) Coquina Bayside Park
- (0.22 km) Leffis Key Preserve