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.
Tips From Experts
Bring a Reusable Water Bottle
Eliminate single-use plastics by bringing a refillable water bottle to the beach.
Refill at the Park
Take advantage of the water bottle filling station at Mickler’s Landing Park to stay hydrated sustainably.
Dispose Responsibly
Use trash stations and look for recycling bins at Mickler’s Park to help keep the environment clean.
Protect Yourself and the Ocean
Wear a hat and ocean-safe sunscreen. Stick to formulas free of oxybenzone and octinoxate, common chemical ingredients harmful to marine life.
Pack with Reusables
When purchasing picnic items, bring your own reusable grocery bags to reduce waste.
Learn More
Visit the Ponte Vedra Visitor Information Center at 200 Solana Road to discover additional sustainable and enjoyable experiences.
Grocery & Market Locations
Publix GreenWise Market – Nocatee Town Center
250 Pine Lake Drive
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32081
(904) 826-3356
Winn-Dixie
290 Solana Road
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 543-8668
Publix – Sawgrass Village
220 Front Street
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 280-5440
The Fresh Market
840 A1A North
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 273-8450
The New York Butcher Shop
240 A1A North, #4
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 656-5083
Trader Joe’s
4180 S 3rd Street
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-1770
Whole Foods Market
2050 3rd Street S
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 685-7370
Nocatee Farmers Market
120 Marketside Avenue
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 924-6850
Grocery & Market Locations
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