VerdictDestinations Attraction · Miami
Haulover Beach Park
A long, natural barrier-island beach north of Miami Beach, including a well-known clothing-optional section.
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Who it's worth it for
Great for
- Travellers on a budget
- Couples
- Solo travellers
- Anyone here to unwind
Depends
- If you've only got a day
- Families with kids
- Nature lovers
- Photographers
Worth it for travellers on a budget, couples and solo travellers.
Why we say this
Insider secrets & local vibes
A wide, less-developed locals' beach with good waves and kite-flying, plus a famous clearly signposted clothing-optional north end.
Not independently verified — estimatedIt's quieter and more natural than South Beach, popular with locals over tourists.
Not independently verified — estimatedIt requires a car and parking fee and has fewer amenities than South Beach; families should note the clothing-optional area.
Not independently verified — estimatedWhat it feels like
Reading the room, traveller by traveller
As a couple
A relaxed, natural beach day away from the crowds.
Solo
A laid-back locals' beach for swimming, waves and kite-flying.
With friends
A wide, uncrowded beach hang; just know where the clothing-optional section is.
Good to know
Before you go
- Best time
- Daytime; weekday mornings are quietest.
- Getting there
- North of Miami Beach on Collins Ave; a car and the parking lot are needed.
- Booking
- Parking fee only, paid on site.
- Accessibility
- Beach access points and parking available; amenities are limited.
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