By Carrie Pack
I think we’re just hitting that point of the year where it’s neither too warm, nor too cold at the beach in the middle of the day. So while the fair weather is here, I thought I would remind everyone of how great the view is at the
Flagler Beach Pier.
On my most recent trip to the pier, I really began to notice all the messages carved into the wood. For a little more than $100, you can have a personal message placed on the pier. Many are placed in memory of deceased loved ones, but several appear to commemorate family reunions and vacations. You can spend a couple hours just reading the messages there.
Of course, eventually you’ll want to look up and take at the surroundings. The ocean is so peaceful here. Despite all the local businesses, the beach itself is still pretty much undisturbed, and it’s been that way since the pier opened in 1925. Maybe that’s why so many of the locals spend time fishing here.
For just a $1 (and a fishing license, of course) you can spend as long as you want out there. And if you want to hear a little history, just ask. Everyone loves to share their stories of the pier.
Parking is easy to find at the Flagler Beach Pier, and it’s open 6:30 a.m. to midnight, all year round. I’ve even heard it’s a good spot to bird watch, or come see the
right whales in the early part of the year.