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These 19 Beautiful Florida Sunrises Will Have You Setting Your Alarm Early

Discover the most beautiful sunrise spots in Florida, with Anastasia Island being a standout location.

Published May 7, 2015

Written by 

Victoria Winkler

Sunrises are unique in that they happen every single day, but it doesn't take away from the awe you feel every time you see one. These Florida sunrises are so beautiful they'll make you start waking up early.

1. Anastasia Island

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2. Indian River

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3. Anastasia Island

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4. Daytona Beach

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5. Cocoa Beach

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6. Anastasia Island

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7. Anastasia Island

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8. Destin

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9. Pompano Beach

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10. Jacksonville

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11. Anastasia Island

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12. Anastasia Island

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13. Redland, Miami

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14. St. George Island

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15. Anastasia Island

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16. Anastasia Island

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17. Titusville

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18. Fort Lauderdale

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19. Everglades National Park

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Anastasia Island may have dominated this list, but there are beautiful sunrises all over Florida. If you capture a spectacular Florida sunrise, we would love to see it! Please post it with the location to our Facebook page.

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