Stuart Beach
Stuart, FL
Stuart Beach is Martin County's main guarded beach, a straightforward stretch of Atlantic sand with free parking and the kind of reliable lifeguard coverage that makes it a go-to for families. It's a plainer, more practical beach than some of the county's quieter, unguarded alternatives further up the coast.
Free parking and reliable lifeguard coverage make it a dependable family beach, though it's a fairly standard stretch of sand without a landmark or distinct character to set it apart.
How we score beachesLeashed dogs are allowed here but only outside the lifeguarded area, so plan to walk a bit further down the sand if traveling with a pet. Free parking is the real draw here, a rarity for a guarded beach with full amenities.
Parking is free at Stuart Beach, a rarity for a fully guarded, amenity-rich beach in this area.
The beach is a short, flat walk from the free lot, with full facilities typical of a guarded county beach.
Leashed dogs are welcome outside the lifeguarded area, but not within it.
Spring and fall bring the mildest weather for this stretch of the Treasure Coast. Summer's heat and hurricane season, June through November, are the main things to plan around.
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