BeachParking ~$16–25 for non-residents (weekday vs weekend) Water play
Red Reef Park
1400 N Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 334328 mo–16 yrs
90–180 min
morning
Boca beach park with a shallow rock-sheltered lagoon area where fish gather — famously calm water for small kids at mid-to-low tide.
Why kids love it
The reef-sheltered shallows are the closest thing to a natural kiddie pool on this coastline; pair with Gumbo Limbo across the street.
Boca Raton · South Palm Beach
🎒 Packing list
- • Swim diaper
- • Sunscreen (reapply!)
- • Beach tent or umbrella
- • Towels
- • Sand toys
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Dry clothes
Safety notes
- ! Stay within arm's reach at the waterline — always
- ! Check flag conditions before letting toddler near water
- ! Reapply sunscreen every 60–90 min
- ! Rocks are slippery — water shoes strongly recommended
- ! Check tide charts; low tide is calmest for toddlers
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