Welcome to Hillsboro Beach
An Attractive Beach Area With Amazing Amenities to Call Home
Hillsboro Beach got its name from the Earl of Hillsborough, who gained large grants of land from the king of England when Florida was under English rule. Since its earliest years, Hillsboro Beach has been a favorite destination for residents and visitors, especially during wintertime.
Hillsboro Beach is strategic on a slim peninsula between the clear blue Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. The town is about 3 miles long, and its widest part is approximately 900 feet. The Hillsboro lighthouse is one of the town's most attractive and well-lit lighthouses on the US east coast, with an impressive view from all directions.
As a beach town and a less populated area, Hillsboro Beach is the best of both worlds for visitors and residents. Whether you're looking for a place to spend your winter months or settle down, Hillsboro Beach has everything you need to call home.
What to Love
Here are key things to love about Hillsboro:
- Several spots to park and relax at the most calming beach
- One road that runs for the entire length of the town
- Spectacular view of large beachside condominiums and estate homes
- No commercial properties within the town
- A large fleet of charter boats for deep-water fishing trips and other marine activities
- Less populated town
Local Lifestyle
The best thing about Hillsboro Beach is that it has one road that takes you from one corner of the town to the other. The town mostly contains residential homes, with about 50 single-family residences and others living in condominiums. You can wake up each morning and choose a new adventure, whether riding on charter boats or going for deep-water fishing trips. Many retirees love Hillsboro Beach, and residents lean toward conserving the environment. However, this town gives residents an urban feel, and they don't need to travel to enjoy it.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Hillsboro beach is a great location to make memorable moments in small packages. From thrilling adventures to top tourist attractions, there are tons of fun things in Hillsboro Beach. For instance, the town has a large Chinese food market, so you can dine at different restaurants if you love Chinese food.
The market in Hillsboro Beach has several specialty shops for individuals looking for new or used merchandise, and the prices are reasonable. Sunseekers can enjoy a quiet retreat with luxury amenities and accommodations at Hillsboro Beach Resort. The hotel's accommodation guarantees a calm base for your vacation, with dining and shopping just a scenic walk or a quick drive away.
Another fantastic place to enjoy your vacation is right on Sunrise Ocean Suites. With just two accommodations in the suites and a private beach area with loungers, this is a quiet retreat where you'll feel at home. The Royal Flamingo Villas also allows you to pick villas closer to the private Intracoastal Waterway frontage and dock or the resort's private beach.
Things to Do
With no commercial buildings in Hillsboro Beach, this town has much to offer, ranging from the rich history of this quaint beach town to endless nature walks. You can head to the beach and start ocean-side fun in the sun or enjoy a nap under the blue skies.
Once you're done with the traditional beach activities, you can explore the huge densities of sea turtle nests found along the beaches. However, it's illegal to interfere with the hatchlings or the nests.
If you want to see what Hillsboro Beach offers, you can visit the Hillsboro Lighthouse, which has been the beckon of light since 1907. Nowadays, the lighthouse is managed by the Hillsboro Lighthouse Preservation Society, which offers tours to the public on specific days.
Schools
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Hillsboro Beach is part of the Broward County Public Schools district. BCPS is the 2nd largest school district in Florida and the 6th largest in the nation.
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Deerfield Beach Elementary School: Public school for pre-kindergarten to 5th grade
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Trinity Christian School: Private school for grades kindergarten through 4th grade
