Main Page - John U. Lloyd Beach State Park

View of beach/swimming area with Points of America condominium development overlooking the inlet to Port Everglades.

Manager's Message

It is once again that time of year when female sea turtles will leave the safety of the sea to lay their eggs on this popular nesting beach. John U Lloyd Beach State Park is one of 33 turtle indexing beaches in the state of Florida. The staff at John U Lloyd Beach State Park remains committed to providing trend data over a long period of time to ensure the survival of the species. Therefore, it is imperative that all visitors yield the right of way to sea turtles and the nests that they leave behind. If you want to learn more about sea turtles and what our staff does to protect them, I would encourage you to make a reservation to participate in one of our guided sea turtle programs. For more information, please visit the menu section and click “Ranger Programs” on this web site.

Remember! Summertime means sea turtles and sunburn so please don’t forget to bring a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.

On behalf of our entire staff, it is my hope that you will have a safe and happy summer.

- Sid Leve, Park Manager

Welcome to John U. Lloyd Beach State Park

Perfect for a day at the beach or a family picnic, this park provides an abundance of recreational activities. Surf fishing, canoeing, swimming, nature study, boating, and picnicking will keep the whole family busy. For those interested in South Florida's underwater beauty, Lloyd Beach has one of the easiest and most interesting shore dives in the area. The park has two boat ramps with easy access to the ocean through the Port Everglades Inlet, which will please those who prefer to fish in open water. The mangrove-lined waterway is a scenic place to canoe, observe bird life, and take photographs. At the Loggerhead Café, visitors can have a leisurely lunch or grab a quick snack. A variety of items are available for rental: canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, sailboats, pontoon boats, gazebos, barbecue grills, and volleyballs. Located north of Hollywood, off A1A.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about John U. Lloyd Beach State Park, please call 954-923-2833.

Hours of Operation

Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

Driving Directions

I-95 to Sheridan Street (Milepost Exit 21 - Old Exit 24), east to A1A, north 1.5 miles; or Florida Turnpike to Hollywood Blvd. (Exit 49), east to A1A, north 2.5 miles.