Beach Shoes

Beach shoes are made for more than walking through sand. Hot pavement, shells, rocks, and slippery docks all ask something different of a shoe than a city sidewalk does, and a thin flip flop does not always cover it. At Sole Provisions, the Beach Shoes collection brings together water friendly sandals and slides for women, men, and kids, with styles from Birkenstock and OluKai, and sport sandals from Teva and Keen. It sits naturally beside our wider women's sandals, men's sandals, and flip flops selections.

The best beach shoe depends on what your day looks like: a walk along the shore, a day on a boat, or a rocky shoreline that calls for toe protection. The sections below explain what to look for, how the main styles compare, and how to choose a pair.

More Than a Basic Beach Sandal

Our collection page notes that a basic flip flop may not offer enough protection or stability for longer walks or wet places. Active beach footwear generally has a more secure fit and better traction. If you want a classic flip flop for short trips, browse our flip flops and women's flip flops. For longer days, look at the styles below.

Water Friendly Materials

Look for materials that handle water: foam or EVA footbeds, mesh uppers, drainage ports, and quick drying linings. EVA styles from Birkenstock, such as the Arizona, Madrid, and Gizeh, are lightweight and popular for the beach and pool, and OluKai offers the Uiki, Pehuea Pa'i, and Nohea Mesh in open, sport style builds. Features vary by style, so check each product page for materials and care.

Traction on Wet Surfaces

Wet rock, boat decks, and pool edges can be slippery. A rubber outsole with a purposeful tread gives better grip than a smooth sole. No outsole prevents every slip, so walk carefully on wet or algae covered surfaces. For more traction focused styles, browse our slip resistant shoes.

Protection From Rocks and Shells

Closed toe water sandals help protect feet from pebbles, shells, and coral. Our page highlights Keen for extra toe protection, including the Newport H2, which has a closed toe design. Teva offers adjustable sport sandals such as the Hurricane XLT3 for active beach days. Availability changes, so check each product page.

Comfortable for Shoreline Walks

For long walks along the shore, a cushioned, supportive footbed helps. Our page points to OluKai and Birkenstock for comfort on dry land as well as at the water's edge. If you need arch support, see our arch support shoes, and for sightseeing days browse our travel shoes.

Beach Shoes for Kids

Kids tend to run straight into the water, so easy to rinse, quick drying styles are popular. The collection includes Birkenstock Kid's Arizona EVA and Mogami styles. Browse more in our kids' sandals and kids' waterproof shoes.

Beach Shoes for Different Activities

For a casual stroll, a slide or simple sandal is enough. For boating, kayaking, or rocky shorelines, choose a secure strap system and closed toe design. For hiking near water, see our hiking shoes. If you want a recovery style slide after a day on your feet, take a look at Oofos and our slides.

Choosing the Right Fit

Sandals should hold your heel without squeezing the toes, and straps should not rub when wet. Try them on with the socks or barefoot as you plan to wear them, and later in the day when feet tend to be fullest. Width and sizing details are not listed on the collection page, so check each product page, and note that some Birkenstock styles come in narrow or regular widths. For a personal fitting, visit one of our Sole Provisions locations, or read more in our educational hub.

A Few Beach Shoe Details Worth Knowing

• Water friendly sandals and slides for women, men, and kids.

• Brands include Birkenstock, OluKai, Teva, and Keen.

• Rubber outsoles and quick drying materials are the focus, according to our collection page.

• Closed toe styles help protect against rocks and shells.

• Styles and availability change often, and several styles are on sale.

• Free shipping on orders over $75, see our shipping policy and returns page.

Explore More Warm Weather Footwear

If you like beach shoes, compare them with Teva for sport sandals, Chaco for adjustable straps, Keen for toe protection, OluKai for island style comfort, or Birkenstock for classic footbeds. Check new arrivals and sale items for the latest styles and markdowns.

Related Collections: Women's Sandals · Men's Sandals · Kids' Sandals · Flip Flops · Travel Shoes · Teva · OluKai · Birkenstock