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Quiet sandy beach with grassy dunes

Dania Beach

Dania Beach

A fishing pier, a state park and a quieter stretch of sand.

Best for

Fishing, Watching cruise ships, Nature lovers

Highlights

  • Dania Beach Fishing Pier
  • John U. Lloyd Beach State Park next door
  • Close to the airport and the port

Parking

Paid lots at the pier; John U. Lloyd charges a state-park entry fee per vehicle.

Local tips

  • Late afternoon at John U. Lloyd is a good time to watch cruise ships leave Port Everglades.
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Common questions

Where can you watch cruise ships leave Port Everglades?

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John U. Lloyd Beach State Park in Dania Beach sits on the south side of the port entrance, so ships pass close by when they sail out, usually in the late afternoon.

Nearby beaches

Facts checked October 10, 2026. Prices and schedules change — confirm with the operator before you go. Spot something out of date? Tell us.