Picnicking at the Beach

Take wholesome foods to the beach and transform a meal into a memorable Ponte Vedra experience.

Nourish Your Body, Delight Your Senses

How do you make a meal even more special in Ponte Vedra? Combine fresh, nourishing ingredients with an incredible beach view. Enjoy a picnic at Mickler’s Beach, where pavilions and picnic tables make it easy, or seek a quieter, more natural setting at Guana River Preserve’s North Beach. Both offer the signature natural beauty of Ponte Vedra while embracing wellness through mindful, wholesome eating.

Choosing ingredients for your picnic is simple. Large grocers like Winn-Dixie and Publix are conveniently located, while The Fresh Market offers high-quality fruits, vegetables, cheeses, meats, and prepared platters — from fruit and cheese boards to charcuterie, crudités, and mini-sandwiches. Voted USA Today’s Best Supermarket in America (2022), it makes creating a beach-ready meal effortless.

Fresh Finds

For something locally inspired, visit the Nocatee Farmers Market on the third Saturday of the month (10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Nocatee Station Field). More than 80 vendors provide fresh produce, herbs, baked goods, jams, jellies, and other unique, locally sourced items perfect for a picnic.

If you prefer a more catered approach, see our webpage on “Indulge in Salads and More…” for options that make your beach meal even easier and more indulgent.