Cocoa Beach, Florida: Ranked best surf spot in the US by ParkSleepFly.
Criteria for Ranking: Evaluated based on waves, warm water, coastline, social factors like online trends.
Cocoa Beach Features: Balmy 80°F water, 78 surf breaks along 12 miles of coastline.
Online Presence: Over 3,000 surfing-related Instagram hashtags and 5,800 Google searches.
Surf Equipment and Lessons: Ron Jon offers board rentals; School of Surf provides lessons starting at $50.
Activities Beyond Surfing: Florida Surf Museum, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center offer attractions.
Dining Options: Riki Tiki Tavern for drinks with ocean views, Florida’s Seafood Bar & Grill for shrimp dishes, and The Green Room Cafe for healthy fare.
Accommodation: The Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront offers beach access, rentals, and lessons.
Ron Jon Surf Shop: Rental options include boards, body boards, wetsuits, umbrellas, and stand-up paddleboards.
Local Attractions: Space Coast's NASA attractions, Florida Surf Museum, and diverse dining options enhance the Cocoa Beach experience.