If you love soft sand but do not want to haul a trunk full of beach equipment, rentals inside St. Andrews State Park can make the day much easier. Current options range from chairs, umbrellas and snorkel gear to bicycles, e-bikes, wagons, coolers and beach wheelchairs. The park concession also introduced the Set & Sea jetty Beach Service for 2026.[a]
Where Rentals Are Available
The park’s three retail locations handle different types of rentals. Knowing which store carries what can save an unnecessary walk across the park.
Jetty Store
Beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkel gear, paddleboards and other beach equipment. This is also the natural base for the new Set & Sea service.
Pier Store
Beach chairs, umbrellas and snorkeling equipment are available here as well, which is useful for visitors heading toward the Gulf beach or Shell Island services.
Camp Store
This is the main pickup point for bicycles, e-bikes, golf carts, pontoon boats and kayaks.[b]
Current Beach And Bicycle Rental Prices
The park concessionaire now publishes prices for many of the most commonly rented items. The rates below were checked in October 2026. Rental prices and availability can change, so verify the current amount before arrival or when booking online.[a]
| Rental | October 2026 Price | Pickup / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Beach Umbrella | $27 | Jetty Store or Pier Store |
| Beach Chair | $22 | Jetty Store or Pier Store |
| Snorkel Gear | $18 | Available through beach-area rental locations |
| Beach Wagon | $50 full day $30 half day | Useful for moving coolers, chairs and other gear between parking and beach areas |
| Cooler | $25 | Useful for visitors who do not want to bring or purchase a cooler |
| Adult Bicycle | 2 hours: $15 4 hours: $30 Additional hour: $5 Full day: $35 Weekly: $60 | Camp Store |
| Child Bicycle | 2 hours: $10 4 hours: $15 Additional hour: $3 | Camp Store |
| Bicycle Helmet | 2 hours: $2 4 hours: $4 Additional hour: $1 | Available with bicycle rentals |
| E-Bike | Current rate shown during booking | New rental option; online reservation is available |
| Motorized Beach Wheelchair | No charge | License or ID is left during use |
| Floating Beach Wheelchair | No charge | License or ID is left during use |
| Set & Sea Beach Service | Rate shown when reserving | New for 2026; reserved Jetty beach setup |
💵 Prices checked October 2026: These are the rates published by the current St. Andrews State Park concession operator. Verify prices, operating hours and inventory before arrival, especially for equipment with limited quantities.
Beach Chairs And Umbrellas
Chairs and umbrellas are available from both the Jetty Store and Pier Store. The current published price is $22 for a chair and $27 for an umbrella. Renting can make sense when you are visiting for one day, flew into the area or simply do not want bulky equipment taking up vehicle space.
If you prefer to bring your own equipment, the concession operator also allows visitors to bring personal beach chairs, umbrellas and coolers. Rental is an option, not a requirement.
Snorkel Gear For The Jetty Area
The rock jetty is one of St. Andrews State Park’s established snorkeling locations. Florida State Parks notes that visitors can bring their own equipment or rent snorkeling gear from the park concession.[c] The current rental price is $18.
Water visibility changes with wind, surf and recent weather, so renting equipment does not necessarily mean conditions will be suitable when you arrive. Check the water and current beach flags first.
Wagons And Coolers
A beach wagon is one of the more practical rentals for families or groups carrying towels, beach bags, food and children’s gear. The published rate is $30 for a half day or $50 for a full day.
Coolers are also available for $25. This can be useful for travelers staying nearby who want cold drinks and food for a day at the park without buying a cooler they will not use again.
Bicycles And The New E-Bike Rental
Standard bicycles are rented from the Camp Store. St. Andrews has about two miles of paved park roadway where bicycles are permitted, although bikes are not allowed on footpaths, boardwalks or the trail leading to the beach.[d]
Adult bicycle rates start at $15 for two hours, while children’s bikes start at $10 for two hours. Adult bikes can also be rented for a full day or week. Helmets are available separately, and Florida law requires a helmet for riders age 16 and younger.
New E-Bike Option
The concession operator now lists a new e-bike rental alongside traditional bicycles. An online reservation link is available, although the public rental page does not currently display a fixed e-bike price. Check the booking screen for the current rate before reserving.[a]
Set & Sea Jetty Beach Service
Set & Sea is a new 2026 service for visitors who want a beach setup waiting at the Jetty area. Instead of separately carrying and installing chairs and an umbrella, the service provides a reserved setup before you arrive.[e]
- Premium beach umbrella installed for you
- Lounge chairs
- Setup handled before arrival
- Breakdown handled after use
- Pre-reserved Jetty beach location
This is different from simply renting a $22 chair or $27 umbrella. With Set & Sea, the service includes the beach setup and reserved location. Current pricing is shown through the reservation system.
Golf Carts And Kayaks
Golf carts and kayaks are also rented from the Camp Store. Florida State Parks currently identifies the Camp Store as the rental location for golf carts, bicycles, pontoon boats and kayaks.[b]
Kayaks are a natural match for Grand Lagoon and the bay-side setting. Rental terms and current watercraft prices can differ from the beach-gear list, so check the current operator booking page before planning around a specific duration or rate.
Matching Rentals To Different Park Areas
Jetty Area
Snorkel gear, chairs and umbrellas fit naturally here. Set & Sea also operates at the Jetty beach for visitors who want a prepared beach setup.
Gulf Beach
A chair, umbrella, wagon and cooler cover the basic needs for a longer stay on the open Gulf side without carrying the larger items from home.
Campground And Park Roads
Bicycles, e-bikes and golf carts are the more relevant options here. Follow the park’s current rules on where each type of rental may be operated.
Beach Wheelchairs And Accessible Beach Use
Beach wheelchair availability is now much clearer than older descriptions suggested. The current park concession operator provides motorized and floating beach wheelchairs at no charge. The requirement is to leave a driver’s license or other ID during use.[f]
Florida State Parks separately lists an EcoRover Beach Wheelchair as an accessible amenity and recommends reserving because availability is limited.[g] Visitors planning around mobility needs should arrange the chair before arrival rather than assuming a particular model will be immediately available.
♿ Accessibility note: Motorized and floating beach wheelchairs are currently offered free of charge. An ID/license is held during use. Because quantities are limited, contacting the park or concession operator ahead of your visit is the safer plan.
How Rentals Work At The Park
Rental terms depend on the equipment. Beach items use straightforward listed rates, bicycles have timed rental periods, and services such as e-bikes and Set & Sea use online booking for current availability and pricing.
- Beach gear: chairs, umbrellas, snorkel equipment, wagons and coolers have published rates.
- Bicycles: choose from timed rental periods; adult bikes also have full-day and weekly options.
- E-bikes: reserve through the current booking system.
- Set & Sea: reserve the Jetty beach setup ahead of arrival.
- Beach wheelchairs: no rental charge; ID/license hold required.
- Watercraft and golf carts: check the current booking terms for rates, operating requirements and availability.
Store Hours And Availability
The current concession operator lists the Camp Store, Jetty Store and Pier Store as open daily, rather than describing rentals only as a March-to-Labor-Day service. Hours and individual equipment availability can still change with season, weather, maintenance or operating conditions.[h]
If a specific rental is important to your visit—especially an e-bike, beach wheelchair, golf cart or Set & Sea setup—confirm it before you enter the park. Walk-up beach gear is easier to replace with your own equipment; specialized rentals are not.
FAQ
How much does it cost to rent an umbrella at St. Andrews State Park?
The published October 2026 rate is $27. Umbrellas are available from the Jetty Store and Pier Store. Verify the current rate before arrival.
How much are beach chairs?
The current published rate is $22 per chair.
Can I rent snorkeling gear?
Yes. Snorkel gear is currently listed at $18, and Florida State Parks confirms that snorkeling equipment is available through the park concession.
Are e-bikes available?
Yes. The concession operator now lists a new e-bike rental with online reservations. The public rental page does not currently display a fixed e-bike price, so check the reservation system for the rate.
What is Set & Sea?
Set & Sea is a new 2026 Jetty beach service that provides a pre-reserved umbrella-and-lounge-chair setup. Installation and breakdown are handled for the guest.
Are beach wheelchairs free?
Yes. The current concession operator offers motorized and floating beach wheelchairs at no charge. A license or other ID must be left during use.
How much does a beach wagon cost?
The October 2026 published rate is $30 for a half day or $50 for a full day.
Sources
- [a] St. Andrews State Park & Shell Island — Beach & Ride Rentals: Current beach-equipment prices, adult and child bicycle rates, helmet fees, e-bike availability, Set & Sea launch and beach-wheelchair terms. (Official park concession operator.) Beach & Ride Rentals
- [b] Florida State Parks — Park Stores & Rentals: Confirms Camp Store rentals for bicycles, golf carts and kayaks and identifies the park’s concession rental services. (Official Florida State Parks source.) Park Stores & Rentals
- [c] Florida State Parks — Snorkeling at St. Andrews: Confirms visitors may bring their own snorkeling gear or rent equipment through the park concession. (Official Florida State Parks source.) Snorkeling at St. Andrews
- [d] Florida State Parks — Experiences & Amenities: Current bicycle-use areas, helmet guidance and rental availability through the Camp Store. (Official Florida State Parks source.) Experiences & Amenities
- [e] St. Andrews State Park & Shell Island — Set & Sea Jetty Beach Service: Current 2026 service details covering the reserved umbrella, lounge chairs, setup, breakdown and Jetty beach location. (Official park concession operator.) Set & Sea
- [f] St. Andrews State Park & Shell Island — FAQ: Confirms no-charge motorized and floating beach wheelchairs and the license/ID hold requirement. (Official park concession operator.) Concession FAQ
- [g] Florida State Parks — Explore the Beach With Greater Accessibility: Current EcoRover beach-wheelchair information and recommendation to reserve because availability is limited. (Official Florida State Parks accessibility source.) Beach Accessibility
- [h] St. Andrews State Park & Shell Island — Retail: Current daily store listings and rental services at the Camp Store, Jetty Store and Pier Store. (Official park concession operator.) Park Retail Locations
