Some Longboat Key beach accesses reopen after hurricanes

On Nov. 14, the town of Longboat Key announced an update to the town’s public beach parking access points. Many remained closed after damage and debris pileups after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. 

According to the update posted on the town’s social media channels, several accesses are available with parking now available, including Northshore Road, Broadway Street, Seabreeze, Atlas, Zota and Bayfront Park. 

Others are open for foot traffic only and still do not have parking access due to ongoing sand removal. This includes access at Seahorse, Diplomat and Neptune. 

The access points at Whitney Beach, Poseidon and Gulfslide Road are closed as of the Nov. 14 update. 

In the update, town staff also advised that trash bins at the access points are limited to prepare for the potential storm next week. 

“Please help keep our beaches clean by taking out what you bring in. Leave only footprints behind,” the update stated.