Trip planning
Plan Your Visit to Lake Worth Beach
How do I get to Lake Worth Beach?
Fly into Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), about 15 minutes away, or Fort Lauderdale (FLL), about 45 minutes south. By car, take I-95 exit 63 (6th Ave S) or 64 (10th Ave N) east to downtown. Tri-Rail trains stop at the Lake Worth Beach station near Lake Avenue.
Getting to Lake Worth Beach
- By air: Palm Beach International (PBI) is the closest airport, about 15 minutes away. Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is about 45 minutes; Miami (MIA) about 75 minutes.
- By train: Tri-Rail commuter rail stops at the Lake Worth Beach station near Lake Avenue and I-95, connecting to West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and Miami.
- By car: From I-95, take exit 63 (6th Ave S) or exit 64 (10th Ave N) east to US-1 (Federal Highway) and downtown.
Getting around
Downtown is compact and walkable. Lake Avenue and Lucerne Avenue are one-way streets in the downtown core. The beach is about a mile east over the Lake Avenue bridge — an easy bike ride or a two-minute drive. Rideshare is widely available.
Parking
Beach parking around the Casino Building is paid (meters or mobile app) and fills up early on weekends. Downtown has free street parking in many areas plus paid public lots; parking near Lake Avenue and K Street is convenient. During big festivals, roads close and shuttle parking is often offered.
Weather by season
| Season | Typical highs | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| December–February | Mid 70s °F | Dry, sunny, mild — peak season |
| March–May | Upper 70s–mid 80s °F | Warm and sunny; spring break crowds in March |
| June–September | Around 90 °F | Hot, humid, afternoon storms; hurricane season |
| October–November | Low–mid 80s °F | Cooling down; event season begins |
Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30. If you travel then, consider flexible bookings and check forecasts before your trip.
M Vacation Homes & Villas
Stay about a mile from the beach and a short walk from downtown. Explore the villas and apartments at M Vacation Homes & Villas and check availability directly with the host.
Sample weekend itinerary
- Friday evening: Dinner downtown, then live music on Lake Avenue (or the beach bonfire in winter).
- Saturday: Farmers market (in season), beach and pier, afternoon kayak at Snook Islands, sunset at Bryant Park.
- Sunday: Breakfast at Benny's on the Beach, gallery-hop downtown, then a day trip to Palm Beach or Delray Beach.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a car in Lake Worth Beach?
Not to enjoy downtown and the beach, which are about a mile apart. A car is handy for day trips around Palm Beach County.
What is the closest airport to Lake Worth Beach?
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), about 15 minutes away.
When is hurricane season in Florida?
June 1 through November 30, with peak activity usually August through October.