Discover Juno Beach
14 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Loggerhead Park
Small seaside park with a sandy beach, raised boardwalk, palm-framed dunes and the Loggerhead Marinelife Center nearby. Photograph surf, morning light on the pier, coastal vegetation and (seasonally) nesting loggerhead sea turtles. Best at sunrise for soft golden light and long exposures; turtle nesting runs May–Oct when nighttime beach access is regulated (no flash, follow signage). Free park access and parking lot; ADA boardwalks make compositions easy. Weekday mornings are least crowded.
Juno Dunes Natural Area
Juno Dunes Natural Area offers coastal dunes, maritime hammock, freshwater marshes and a raised boardwalk with Atlantic glimpses — great for textured landscape shots, birdlife and sea-turtle nesting scenes (seasonal). Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm light and long shadows; winter mornings yield clearer skies and migratory birds. Easy access from a small parking lot off US‑1; no gate fee. Trails and boardwalks are compact — expect narrow viewpoints and moderate foot traffic on weekends.
Loggerhead Marinelife Center
Loggerhead Marinelife Center offers close-up opportunities of sea turtles (rehab tanks, educational exhibits) plus Juno Beach and pier vistas. Best at sunrise for soft beach light and turtle release events; weekday mornings avoid crowds. Indoor exhibits are low-light and have viewing windows—expect reflections. Paid admission and on-site parking; center emphasizes animal welfare so follow staff rules and no flash on animals.
Juno Beach Park
Sandy beach with a long fishing pier, dunes and coastal vegetation — ideal for sunrise seascapes, pier silhouettes, birdlife and seasonal sea turtle nesting. Visit at dawn for soft light and empty shores; golden hour produces warm tones against the Atlantic. Public beach access with a parking lot (meter/fee may apply), boardwalks and ADA access. Weekday mornings are least crowded; observe local turtle protections May–Oct.
Juno Beach Public Beach Access, JB-4
Juno Beach Public Beach Access JB-4 offers wide sandy shorelines, classic Atlantic surf, occasional sea turtle nesting season shots (spring–summer), and long piers and dune lines for leading compositions. Best at sunrise for soft east light and dramatic clouds; evenings can yield colorful sunsets reflecting off wet sand. Easy public access at 508 Ocean Dr with paid parking nearby; wheelchair-accessible boardwalks at some points. Weekday mornings are least crowded; watch for local wildlife and be
Sea Oats Drive
Low dune road and beachfront framed by tall sea oats, wide Atlantic vistas and occasional Juno Beach Pier views — ideal for minimalist coastal compositions, sunrise color, long exposures and nature shots (sea turtles in season). Best at sunrise or late afternoon for golden hour; weekdays and early mornings reduce crowds. Easy street parking and public beach accesses; bring wind protection for gear. No entry fee; respect nesting areas and local signage.
Juno Beach Public Beach Access, JB-6
Sandy beach with dunes, a boardwalk access and nearby reef breaks — great for sunrise seascapes, long exposures of surf, shorebird and sea turtle activity (nesting season May–Oct). Best at golden hour and blue hour; weekday mornings are least crowded. Small public parking/lot at Mercury Rd; ADA access via boardwalk. Respect turtle nesting rules (no flash or beachfront lights at night).
Juno Beach Public Beach Access, JB-7
Small public beach access on Juno Beach with soft sand, dune-backed shoreline and wide Atlantic views — ideal for sunrise seascapes, long exposures and shorebird/turtle activity. Best at dawn for pastel skies and fewer people; evenings can give dramatic clouds but face light is from the east. Small parking lot at 70 Celestial Way; weekdays are quieter. Observe local sea‑turtle protections (nesting season May–Oct) and stay on boardwalks to protect dunes.
Juno Beach Public Beach Access, JB-3
Small public beach access on Juno Beach (A1A) offering classic Atlantic sunrise compositions, dune grasses and wide sandy foregrounds. Easy boardwalk access and street/lot parking nearby; weekdays and early mornings are least crowded. Visit during turtle nesting season (May–Oct) for possible hatchling activity—observe local lighting and no-flash rules. Sunrise and golden hour bring pastel skies; storms can add drama for long-exposures.
Palm Beach County Access 17 Juno Beach
Small public beach access on Juno Beach offering wide Atlantic vistas, dune vegetation, and close proximity to the Juno Beach Pier and sea turtle nesting areas. Best for sunrise and golden hour seascapes, long exposures of waves and storm-front drama, and wildlife accents (shorebirds, seasonal turtles). Easy roadside parking with a short boardwalk; expect lifeguard presence and seasonal beach closures around nests (May–Oct). Weekday mornings are least crowded; watch for changing weather and on‑/
Juno Beach Public Beach Access, JB-1
Wide sandy beach with dunes, palm silhouettes, a lifeguard stand and reef-protected surf — great for sunrises, long exposures of the Atlantic, shorebird and sea turtle activity, and minimalist compositions. Best at sunrise for gold light and calm seas; evenings offer dramatic clouds. Accessible public parking at Juno Beach Park (metered/paid), boardwalk access and wheelchair ramp. Weekday mornings are least crowded. Respect turtle nesting season (May–Oct) and local signage.
Juno Beach Public Beach Access, JB-2
Open sandy shore with dunes, palm-lined boardwalk and surf — ideal for sunrise seascapes, long exposures of waves, shorebirds and seasonal sea turtle nesting. Best at golden hour and early morning for soft light and fewer people. Small parking lot and public access boardwalks; expect more visitors on weekends and holidays. Respect marked turtle nests (May–Oct) and local rules; no flash on nesting sites. Restrooms and lifeguard stations nearby.
Kagan Park
Small community park near Juno Beach offering coastal vegetation, open skies and pond/lagoon views—good for intimate nature and golden-hour shots. Best at sunrise or late afternoon for warm light and reflections; weekday mornings are quieter. Easily accessible with informal parking on nearby streets, no entry fee; expect typical Florida weather and seabird activity. Ideal for practicing composition with palms, water reflections and dramatic skies.
Juno Pier
Long wooden pier jutting into the Atlantic, offering classic leading lines, surf action, sunrise/sunset color, and seasonal sea turtle nesting on the dunes. Best at golden hour for warm tones and reflections; dramatic clouds after storms add mood. Accessible from Juno Beach Park (public parking/restrooms); arrive before sunrise on weekends to beat crowds. Respect posted turtle-nesting restrictions (May–Oct) and fishermen on the pier.