How deep is the water at Siesta Key?

Siesta Key Beach Water Emerald water is the color you will see when you visit the Gulf of Mexico in Siesta Key. It is so clear that you can see fish and other sea life up to 20 feet deep.

Does Siesta Key have rip currents?

“Although sand bars increase the risk of rip tides, Siesta Key and Turtle Beach are not normally prone to rough water or rips,” Leatherman commented.

Are there Stingrays in Siesta Key?

Many species of stingrays inhabit Florida’s Gulf Coast and can sometimes be found along the shorelines of your favorite Siesta Key beach during mating season, which runs through the winter months.

Is Siesta Key still the number one beach?

Siesta Beach, Siesta Key – No. 2 in the US/No. 14 in the world (up from No. 17 in the US in 2021)

Is Siesta Key safe to swim?

Swimming and playing in the water at Siesta Beach is very safe. There are four lifeguard towers along the beach and are well manned from I believe 10-4 or 10-5. Most days the beautiful blue/green water is calm with small gentle waves coming in.

Why is Siesta Key Beach sand so white?

The sand on most beaches is a mixture of quartz, coral and other minerals, giving the sand a darker color and coarse texture. On Siesta Key, however, the sand is 99% quartz. This results in pure white sand that is actually perfectly ground bits of quartz, smoothed and transformed over time.