Robbie Caponetto

If you consider the beach to be a solely a summertime destination, youre missing out.

If youre itching to get your toes in the sand, hang tight.

Here are the best Florida beaches to visit this fall.

Sunset in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

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Rent a pole there, or bring your owneither way, youre bound to reel in a big catch.

October is prime time for inshore, nearshore, and offshore fishing in the Emerald Coast.

Thats when northeasterly swells are largest, and its also when hurricane swells are most likely to occur here.

Navarre Beach Pier

Navarre Beach Pier.Credit:Photo Courtesy Navarre Beach Camping Resort

If youre not a surfer, there are plenty of other reasons to love Cocoa.

Expect temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to mid-80sabsolutely ideal for a day on the beach.

One of the newest reasons to visit isThree Waters Resort & Marinain Islamorada.

The Pearl Hotel at Rosemary Beach

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The ultra-colorful, cheery atmosphere that abounds across Islamorada will ensure youre on island time no matter the season.

Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Florida

Theres only one word to describe South Florida in the summer: hot.

Skip past the sweltering summer, and visit this charming South Florida town in fall.

Cocoa Beach Florida with the Cocoa Pier in the background with a beautiful sunrise

Cocoa Pier at sunrise.Credit:Brad McGinley Photography / Getty Images

Anna Maria Island

Located off the western coast of Florida, directly south ofSt.

Petersburg, Anna Maria Island is all about delivering old-school Florida nostalgia to its guests.

If youre interested in eating or catching fish, fall might be the ideal time for you to visit.

Islamorada Beach for Top 9 Things to do in Islamorada

Beach view of Islamorada one of the top 9 things to do in Islamorada, Florida.Credit:Getty: Corey Jenkins/Getty Images

Looking for a true adventure?

Choose one of the areas dozens of fabulous resorts, and treat yourself to a relaxing weekend away.

A short drive away, you’re able to attend SHINE Mural Festival in St. Petersburg.

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

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Time your visit to include a First Friday for an especially lively night out.

Beach Bum Rentals on Anna Maria Island, FL

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Destin, Florida

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Tigertail Beach in Marco Island

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overhead shot of Clearwater/St. Pete beach

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Delray Beach, Florida

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