Description

Bethune Beach is a serene and historically significant spot along Florida’s Atlantic coast, just south of New Smyrna Beach. Once the only beach African Americans could visit during segregation, it’s named after civil rights leader Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune. Today, Bethune Beach Park offers peaceful surroundings, lifeguard services, picnic pavilions, restrooms, and showers. Visitors can enjoy sunbathing, picnicking, and wildlife spotting, with dolphins and sea turtles often making appearances. With its rich history and tranquil setting, it’s an ideal place for a relaxing day by the ocean.