Ponte Vedra

Ponte Vedra Beach

Beautiful Beaches, Luxurious Resorts & Much More

There's a reason why CNN called Ponte Vedra Beach "One Of The Top 22 Can’t-Miss Beaches in The U.S." Between the beaches, the reserves, and the activities, there is something for everyone in this seaside suburb of Jacksonville. Located on the scenic A1A, Ponte Vedra (pont-eh vee-druh) Beach offers a blend of laid-back luxury and natural beauty. Miles of freshwater streams, creeks, and lagoons course through the natural area of Ponte Vedra Beach while waves crash against white sand beaches. We encourage guests to take full advantage of the nearby cultural and recreational opportunities here.

LIVE VIEW of beautiful Ponte Vedra Beach brought to you by Sawgrass Country Club.

NOCATEE is a master-planned, unincorporated town offering its residents a unique balance of work and play in a walkable, livable community for all ages. One of the fastest growing communities in the United States, it is located three miles from Ponte Vedra Beach and the Atlantic Ocean; approximately 85% of the community is in St. Johns County, and the remaining 15% is in Duval County.

Beaches

Mickler's Landing, a dog-friendly county beachside park, is a main access point for Ponte Vedra Beach. You'll love taking your pup to the sand and watching as they enjoy the waves. (But please, they must remain on their leash. It's the law.) Ponte Vedra Beach’s 40-foot sand dunes are among the highest in Florida. From their peak, they race down to white sand beaches made from Appalachian quartz and ancient coquina.

There's beach access from the Guana Tolomato Reserve as well. Seaside resorts and private escapes can be found in the twisted oaks and hammocks of the wild palmettos. The GTM Research Reserve manages the beach adjacent to the North Beach, Middle Beach, and South Beach access parking lots along A1A in Ponte Vedra Beach. You’ll find beach access parking lots located north of the GTM Visitor Center. Each parking lot is on the west side of A1A, between 4 and 7 miles north of Guana River Road. There are highway walkovers to the beach.

Scour the shoreline for shark teeth. You’ll need a keen eye to find these little souvenirs. Colors range from gray and black to red and brown tones. You can find modern-day shark teeth and the occasional fossilized tooth too!

Biking

Birding

Fishing

Golfing

Ponte Vedra Beach is a golfer's paradise. Some of the most prestigious golf tournaments are headquartered here, including the PGA Tour and THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass, home of the famous 17th-hole island green. The tournament draws a field that typically includes the top 50 ranked players. In addition to the Stadium Course, TPC Sawgrass also boasts Dye’s Valley, designed by legendary architect Pete Dye, Bobby Weed and player consultant Jerry Pate.

Besides TPC Sawgrass, Ponte Vedra Beach offers many more opportunities for serious golfers and those just looking for a fun day on the links:

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club: The Lagoon and Ocean courses both feature a seaside-links atmosphere with meandering lagoons, undulating fairways, and elevated Bermuda greens protected by steep-faced bunkers to create a challenging course that will require all 14 clubs to conquer.
Marsh Landing Country Club: With scenic terrain and abundant wildlife, Marsh Landing's challenging championship golf course could double as a nature preserve. The course winds through Intracoastal and tidal marshes, towering pines and peaceful lagoons that provide unique scenery and challenges. Water hazards come into play on several holes and numerous bunkers are strategically placed throughout.
The Yards: Ponte Vedra's newest course was originally designed by Arnold Palmer and combines the classic nine Front Yard with amazing par-threes from the new Backyard to create the first and only 12-hole course.

Hiking

Kayaking

Spa Day

No matter where you stay in Ponte Vedra, you can tap into the area’s history of luxury with a relaxing day at the spa.

The Spa at the Ponte Vedra Inn and Club is the largest in Northeast Florida. This state-of-the-art facility has been meticulously designed to blend opulence and grandeur with the latest in technologies and therapies. The Ponte Vedra Spa’s extensive menu of more than 100 beauty and pampering services represents a blissful mix of the familiar and the exotic.
At Poseidon Spa at the Casa Monica Resort & Spa, you’ll step from the charm of St Augustine's historic district into a luxurious oasis, where unique wellness and personalized therapies await.
Whisk away to a vibrant world of wellness and serenity in the Zen-inspired spa at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort.
Whether you desire a soothing massage or a rejuvenating body wrap, the specialists at Spavia Ponte Vedra will assist you in creating the perfect day spa experience.
Modern Aesthetic Centers offers evidence-based aesthetic and wellness services complemented by a world-class experience.
Under the direction of experienced practitioners and medical professionals, Effect MedSpa makes sure clients receive the highest quality of skincare and laser treatments.
Amason Aesthetics in St. Johns offers a wide range of services designed to rejuvenate, enhance, and repair the skin.

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Demographics

Population: 34,513
Median Age: 46.4
Median Household Income: $116,257
Per Capita Income: $71,870

Source: Census Data, 2021

Ponte Vedra Beach History

Ponte Vedra Beach has a rich and unique history. Ponce de Leon, a Spanish explorer best known for his pursuit of the legendary “fountain of youth,” is believed to have landed on what would later become Ponte Vedra Beach on April 2, 1513.

Today, this thriving community has come to be considered one of the most luxurious and prestigious recreational and residential destinations in Florida, if not the entire country. It was voted Money Magazine’s “Best Place to Live in Florida” and among the top 50 places to live in the United States. With above-average income, low crime rate, and top-performing schools. This is a Great Place to Live and Work! To learn more about the history of Mineral City click here.

Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve
Location: Between Ponte Vedra Beach and St. Augustine at 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach
Mickler's Beachfront Park
Location: South end of Ponte Vedra Beach on Highway A1A. 1109½ Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach
South Ponte Vedra Beach Recreation Area
Location: 2.25 miles south of the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve on Highway A1A across the street from the South Ponte Vedra Fire Station.

Produced by the St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitor and Convention Bureau (VCB), the Summer Calendar of Events is available digitally and physically. The brochure includes events that take place in St. Augustine/Ponte Vedra.

Click here for the online calendar.

The printed calendars are available to partners and to visitors at the Visitor Information Centers located throughout St. Johns County, the Northeast Florida Regional Airport, Jacksonville Airport and other key rack locations. Please contact the VCB at (904) 829-1711 for more information.