Mexico Beach

Tucked along Florida’s Gulf Coast between Port St. Joe and Panama City, Mexico Beach is a rare treasure — a quiet, small-town paradise where time slows down and coastal living still feels authentic. With just over three miles of powdery white sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters, this charming seaside community offers the kind of tranquility and beauty that define “Old Florida.”

Unlike busier resort towns, Mexico Beach has no high-rises or crowded boardwalks — just wide-open beaches, friendly locals, and postcard-perfect sunsets that turn the Gulf into a ribbon of gold each evening. It’s the kind of place where beach chairs and bicycles are the primary mode of transportation, and where every sunrise feels like an invitation to relax, recharge, and reconnect.

The town’s walkable layout makes it easy to explore local favorites like Caribbean Coffee & Café, Killer Seafood, and The Shell Shack, each offering a taste of laid-back coastal living. Small boutiques, beachside cafés, and local art galleries add to the area’s welcoming personality, while nearby nature trails and fishing charters make every day an adventure.

Mexico Beach is also a haven for boaters, anglers, and water lovers. With quick access to the Gulf through the city’s public boat ramp, residents and visitors enjoy some of the best fishing, diving, and boating on Florida’s Forgotten Coast. Beneath the waves, over 280 artificial reefs create incredible snorkeling and diving opportunities teeming with marine life.

Whether you’re sipping coffee on your porch, casting a line from the pier, or simply walking barefoot in the sand, Mexico Beach captures the essence of what coastal living should be — simple, beautiful, and blissfully unhurried.