Beach Buddy: Open a Window to Any Beach in the World!
Beach days should be simple. In reality, even a quick trip often turns into checking multiple sources for weather, tides, surf, local conditions, and basic logistics—then still arriving unsure about what you’ll find.
That’s why I built Beach Buddy: an all-in-one beach companion designed to help people plan better beach days anywhere in the world, from one place. Beach Buddy is built to be useful whether you’re a local, a traveler, a surfer, a parent, or simply someone who wants a smoother day at the coast. In the app you can:
– Search locations quickly and pull up the beach area you care about
– See conditions at a glance – Check tides, surf, and other ocean context without jumping between sites
– View practical amenities (parking, restrooms, showers, picnic areas, accessibility—when available)
– Use Beach Cams to look before you drive, check visual conditions or just enjoy the beach from wherever you are
– Explore map views for broader situational awareness
– Find nearby local services and information (food, hotels, attractions)
– Engage with community features like trivia and hazard report submissions
– Get hazard awareness features including real-time marine hazard alerts and clear “what to do” guidance when something is active—designed for calm, informed decision-making, not fear
The goal is straightforward: reduce friction and guesswork, and make it easier to make informed choices—so beach days feel easier, safer, and more enjoyable. Many beach tools are regional but the Beach Buddy app is built for global use so you don’t need a different app (or a new set of bookmarks) every time you travel. Whether you’re near home or visiting a beach for the first time, the product direction stays the same: one reliable starting point. You can update the Marine Guide and other features based on your current location, which is perfect for traveling.
Beach Buddy is live worldwide on Android in Google Play. The iOS version is currently under review with Apple.
My ask If you’re willing to help:
1. Download Beach Buddy (Android)
2. Use any or all of the available features
3. Share it with anyone who loves the beach or ocean
Website: https://beachbuddy.shop
Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.beachbuddy.nativeapp
