PHIPPS OCEAN PARK
Phipps Ocean Park Transformation
The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach, in partnership with the Town of Palm Beach, proudly completed the transformation of Phipps Ocean Park, restoring and enhancing this beloved oceanfront destination for residents and visitors alike. The redesign honors the park’s original purpose as a welcoming public space while introducing new amenities that support recreation, education, and community connection.
Funded and developed by the Preservation Foundation, the project revitalized the park’s natural landscape and fulfilled the vision behind the Phipps family’s 1948 gift to the Town. Today, Phipps Ocean Park serves as a vibrant and accessible gathering place that reflects the unique beauty and environmental heritage of Palm Beach.
Visit:
2201 South Ocean Blvd, Palm Beach, FL 33480
The park is open from sunrise to sunset
Contact:
561-838-5485
recreation@townofpalmbeach.com
Park Improvements:
- Restoration of native coastal ecosystems through the reintroduction of plant species historically found on the barrier island, helping to create a more resilient shoreline.
- Relocation and rehabilitation of the historic Little Red Schoolhouse to protect the structure from flooding and preserve it for future generations.
- Construction of the Coastal Restoration Center, outdoor classroom, schoolyard garden, playground, and educational spaces that serve the entire community.
- Addition of new beach pavilions, lifeguard towers, restroom facilities, and interpretive walking paths.
- Renovation of the Phipps Ocean Park Racquet Center, including the addition of two pickleball courts.
The Following are Prohibited in the Park and on the Beach:
- Animals
- Motorized Scooters and Bikes
- Glass
- Fires/Open Flames
- Surfing/Fishing
- Alcohol/Smoking
- Disruption of Turtle Eggs or Nests
Special Event Permit Requests at Phipps Ocean Park
A special event permit is required for all events held at Phipps Ocean Park.
Events are limited to one per month and are approved on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of a completed and paid-for application. Each event is limited to a maximum of five hours. The park is not available for commercial events.
All permits require an application fee, hourly usage fee, and refundable damage deposit.
Non-Refundable Application Fee if Application is Received 60 Days or More in Advance of the Event
$500
Non-Refundable Application Fee if Application is Received <60 Days or More in Advance of the Event
$750
Refundable Damage Deposit
$2,500
Resident Usage Fee
$500/hour
Nonresident Usage Fee
$750/hour
For complete permit requirements and access to the online application, please visit the Town of Palm Beach’s permit webpage under Special Events.
Meet Our Staff
Tennis Manager
Dan, a Dallas native, has always had a lifelong passion for the sport of tennis. Dan notes the most satisfying part of his job as “inspiring and encouraging others to play the sport of a lifetime”. Dan is a USPTA Elite Professional, Certified Racquet Sports Executive, USPTA Player of the Year, and ITF High Performance Certified. When he’s not working, Dan enjoys spending time with family, any vacation that includes his parents, running, going to the gym, and playing tennis, still competitively representing the US in team play.
Dan Stover
Pro Shop Assistant
Angie is originally from West Bloomfield, Michigan and began her time with the Town working in Operations for the Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course. She has recently switched sports and now manages the Phipps Ocean Park Racquet Center, which includes the purchase of all apparel and accessories for both tennis shops, scheduling, and assisting with staff training. When she’s not working, you can find Angie near the water, watching rocket launches, or at the dog park with her boy Shiloh, usually feeding him pup cups and appreciating the unconditional love dogs provide.
Angela Young
Recreation Specialist - Tennis
Mike is originally from San Francisco, California, and joined the Palm Beach Recreation team in November 2023. Prior to working in the Palm Beach Tennis Centers, Mike owned a sign manufacturing company with his wife for 22 years. The most satisfying part of his job is getting to know “his people”, the players, and seeing their enthusiasm for the game of tennis. When he’s not working, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife and four daughters, friends, running, riding, swimming, training, racing, and making furniture from reclaimed pallet wood.