Hobie Beach / Windsurfer Beach
7.5Friend Score / 10#3 of 11 Beaches in Miami
free
Known fordog beachwindsurfingcalm waterkey biscayne
Strung along the Rickenbacker Causeway with a picture-perfect downtown skyline behind you, Hobie is Miami's beloved dog beach and windsurfing hub, with free parking and shallow, calm bay water that's safe for pups and toddlers alike. Locals rate it 4.6 across 3,000+ reviews for the mellow vibe, watersport rentals, and killer sunsets. Honest caveat: it's a narrow causeway strip, not a wide sandy beach, and reviewers regularly flag seaweed, litter, and jammed parking on weekends; the bay water isn't as clean or clear as open-ocean beaches. Note the causeway toll to get out here.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
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| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.5/10- Value8.5
- iconic6.5
- excellence7.0
- Crowd level6.0
- Authenticity8.5
- Accessibility6.0
Nearby in Ask Miami
- BrickellNeighborhood2.32 km · 29 min walk
- Visiting Miami in Hurricane SeasonAttraction2.32 km · 29 min walk
- Historic Virginia Key Beach ParkAttraction2.33 km · 29 min walk
- Dolores But You Can Call Me LolitaRestaurant2.65 km · 33 min walk
- Historic Virginia Key Beach ParkBeach2.68 km · 33 min walk
Where to stay near Hobie Beach / Windsurfer Beach
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