Beach Driving Passes
Announcements
Annual Beach Driving Passes are not required from October to February.
St. Johns County resident passes are $50, non-resident passes are $100 and ADA-accessible passes are $40.
Residents must present a valid I.D. with a St. Johns County address or present proof of property tax payments in St. Johns County to purchase a resident pass. A disabled person parking permit or proof of qualification must be presented when requesting an ADA-accessible pass. Disabled military veterans are eligible for a free annual pass by showing their military I.D. or a letter from Veterans Affairs verifying their disabled status.
Annual and daily beach passes will be available for purchase at each toll booth locations March – September. Purchases made at toll booths are currently cash only. If passes are lost or misplaced, a new pass must be purchased. Vehicular access is dependent on beach conditions and all sales are final. Call Beach Services at (904) 209-0331 for more information.
Beach Driving
Motor vehicles are permitted to access several stretches of St. Johns County beaches. From March 1 through September 30, vehicles are required to pay a vehicle access toll and obtain a beach pass. Daily and annual beach passes may be purchased at access ramps.
- Traffic is regulated and the 10-mile per hour speed limit is strictly enforced.
- Pedestrians are urged to stay alert and use caution.
- Soft sand and high tides may prevent beach driving, or limit it to 4-wheel drive vehicles.
- Rules & Safe Driving Tips
Annual and Daily Pass Fees
Residents must present a valid I.D. with a St. Johns County address or present proof of property tax payments in St. Johns County to purchase a resident pass. A handicap hangtag or proof of qualification must be presented when requesting a handicap pass. Disabled military members are eligible for a free annual pass by showing their military I.D. or a letter from Veterans Affairs verifying disabled status. Beach passes are available for purchase at tollbooth locations. For more information about annual beach driving passes, please call the St. Johns County Beach Services Office at 904-209-0331.
Annual Pass Fees
March 1 through September 30
- Sold at beach toll booths
- County Resident – $50.00
- Non-Resident – $100.00
- ADA Accessible – $40.00
- Disabled Vets – Free with identification
Daily Fees
March 1 through September 30
- Sold at beach toll booths
- County Resident – $10.00
- Non-Resident – $10.00
- ADA Accessible – $5.00
- Active Military (with ID) – $5.00
Special Use Permits
Special use permits are required horseback riding, North Beach 4×4 driving, and commercial fishing. Special Use Permits
Vehicular Access Ramps
Vehicular access ramps are located at: Vilano, Porpoise Point, A Street, Ocean Trace Rd, Dondanville Rd, Matanzas Ave, Mary St, and Crescent Beach (Cubbedge Rd).
Beach Driving Conditions
Vehicular access is dependent on beach conditions — weather, sand, or tides may cause ramps to temporarily close or limit access to 4 Wheel Drive vehicles. Stay updated on driving conditions through Facebook, X, and the Beach Driving Updates webpage.
