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A Visitor's Guide to Lake Worth Beach, Florida

By the Palm Beach Lake Worth editorial team Last updated
Downtown Lake Worth Beach clock and historic City Hall
Downtown Lake Worth Beach clock and historic City Hall

Lake Worth Beach is a coastal city in central Palm Beach County, about 10 miles south of Palm Beach and 15 minutes from Palm Beach International Airport. It has a walkable, artsy downtown on Lake and Lucerne Avenues and a public ocean beach with a pier about a mile east across the Lake Worth Lagoon.

Where is Lake Worth Beach?

Lake Worth Beach sits on the Lake Worth Lagoon in Palm Beach County, between West Palm Beach to the north and Lantana and Boynton Beach to the south. The city changed its name from Lake Worth to Lake Worth Beach in 2019, and locals often call it "L-Dub."

Getting there

Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is about 15 minutes away. Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is about 45 minutes south. Tri-Rail commuter trains stop at the Lake Worth Beach station near Lake Avenue and I-95. By car, take I-95 exit 63 (6th Ave S) or 64 (10th Ave N) east to US-1.

Getting around

Downtown is very walkable. Lake and Lucerne Avenues are one-way streets downtown. The beach is about a mile east of downtown over the Lake Avenue bridge — an easy bike ride. Rideshare is widely available.

Weather by season

Winter (December–March) is dry and mild, with highs in the 70s °F — peak season. Spring is warm and sunny. Summer (June–September) is hot, humid and stormy in the afternoons, and hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Fall brings fewer crowds and the start of the event season.

Insider tips

Arrive at the beach early on weekends for parking, check the city events calendar before you go, and leave room for spontaneous live music downtown.

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Worth the same as Lake Worth Beach?

Yes. The City of Lake Worth officially became Lake Worth Beach in 2019. Some surrounding unincorporated areas still use a "Lake Worth" mailing address.

What airport is closest to Lake Worth Beach?

Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), about 15 minutes away.

About the author

The Palm Beach Lake Worth editorial team covers Lake Worth Beach and Palm Beach County — restaurants, events, beaches and culture — and updates guides regularly.

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