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Pompano Beach, Florida is a city located along the Atlantic coast, just north of Fort Lauderdale. There are numerous public and private beaches in the Pompano Beach area, and each has something unique to offer visitors. Surfing, fishing and family fun are all part of the landscape along the Florida Treasure Coast.
For sand and sea on a budget, plan a day at Pompano Public Beach. Open every day of the year, this beach has lifeguards on duty from 9:00 am until 4:45 pm. Public restrooms and showers are available for guests. The picnic area is easily accessible to the beach and is equipped with shelter houses, picnic tables and grills. The addition of a children's playground will help families get more mileage our of their day at the beach. Take a walk along the pier, or throw a line over and relax as you wait for the daily catch. The shop on the pier offers snacks, drinks and live bait.
Close to Pompano Beach, is the historical Hollywood Beach Boardwalk. The boardwalk extends for 2.5 miles of the seven mile beach, and is home to many popular restaurants and shops. Couples can dine by the shore as they listen to live entertainment from the Hollywood Beach Theater. First-rate diving and surf instruction are available, and the appetites of the adventurous can be satisfied by taking a parasailing cruise.
Hillsboro Beach is home to the most powerful lighthouse on the east coast. Beachcombers come to enjoy the historical view, as well as assist the sea turtle advocates during nesting season. See the statue of the Barefoot Mailman, built to honor the dedicated mail carriers who walked the 68 mile journey from Palm Beach to Miami, barefoot, along the inlet shore. The inlet at Hillsboro Beach is a tranquil getaway from all the excitement and adventure of the greater Miami-Fort Lauderdale area.
The area surrounding Pompano Beach has much to offer visitors and residents. Resorts and restaurants are in close proximity to the beautiful beaches. Whether visitors crave a sense of timelessness and character, or a taste of adventure, the shores of Pompano Beach will be sure to exceed expectations.
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