Beaches

Henderson Beach State Park

Location: 17000 Emerald Coast Destin, FL 32541 Parking: Plenty of paid parking spots Amenities: 2 large pavilions, showers, picnic tables, playground, nature walk   Natural features of the park include sand pines, scrub oaks, and dune rosemary. Boardwalks

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Barracuda Street Beach Access

Location: 3016-3080 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541 Parking: Open to the public, no vehicle parking spaces Amenities: Bike rack   The Barracuda Beach Access is a smaller location tucked away. There is no public parking, but if you are staying

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Beach Access #1

Location: 372 Santa Rosa Boulevard Okaloosa Island, FL 32548 Parking: 25 spaces (2 handicap) Amenities: Picnic tables, pavilion space   The park offers pavilion space, picnic tables, 25 parking spaces and 2 handicap parking spaces.  Hours of

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Blue Mountain Regional Beach Access

Location: 2365 S Scenic Hwy 83 Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 Parking: Limited parking Amenities: Restroom, bike rack, showers   Named after the area’s colorful blue lupine flower, Blue Mountain Beach is an alluring escape in the heart of South

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Dune Allen Regional Beach Access

Location: 5999 Count Rd 30A Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 Parking: >10 parking spots Amenities: Restrooms, rinsing station, bike rack   Dune Allen is quiet beach community nestled along Scenic Highway 30-A. It offers miles of pristine beaches along

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Ed Walline Regional Beach Access

Location: 4447 W County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 FL Parking: Plenty of close parking at the lot Amenities: Restrooms, bike racks, 2 picnic shelters, viewing tower   Ed Walline Regional Beach Access in Santa Rosa Beach is an ADA accessible

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Geronimo Public Beach Access

Location: 735 Scenic Hwy 98, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 Price/Parking: No parking, free Amenities: No amenities   The Geronimo Public Beach Access is on the smaller end, but a great access to Miramar Beach. Be prepared to find parking elsewhere or walk

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Grayton Beach

Location: 10 Whitesands Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 Parking: Public parking lot North of 30A, tram service to and from the beach Amenities: No amenities   South Walton’s oldest beach community, Grayton Beach is a funky, eclectic town that

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Gulfview Heights

Location: 186 Gulfview Heights St Santa Rosa Beach, FL Parking: Limited but close parking Amenities: picnic tables, pavilions, bike racks, restroom, water fountain, benches, showers   The Gulfview Heights Beach Access is heavily equipped for anything

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James Lee Beach

Location: 3510 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541 US Parking: 166 parking spaces Amenities: Restrooms, 3 pavilions, 41 picnic tables, playground, showers   James Lee Park is near the beach on the Walton/Okaloosa County line. This park has 3 pavilions

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June White Decker

Location: 1950 Scenic Hwy 9 Destin, FL 32541 Parking: Free parking Amenities: Restrooms, bike rack   June White Decker is both a park and beach access. The park is a small trail located on land above the beach. Nearby is plenty of free parking, public

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Miramar Beach Regional Beach Access #49

Location: 2396 Scenic Hwy 98 Miramar Beach, FL 32550 Parking: Free parking lot Amenities: Restrooms, wash stations, bike racks   The Miramar Beach Public Beach Access at Pompano Joe's is a focal point for the Miramar Beach community, which offers

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Norriego Point Public Beach Access

Location: 100 Gulf Shore Dr, Destin, FL 32541 US Parking: Parking lot is currently closed Amenities: Restrooms and showers are currently unavailable   Admire the bustle of the Harbor or gaze upon the beauty of Destin's East Pass at Norriego

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Okaloosa Island

The boardwalk on Okaloosa Island provides a day filled with family fun for all. This public beach access offers plenty of soft sandy beach as well as fun activities and restaurants. Beach lovers of all ages have the opportunity to start a game of beach

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O'Steen Public Beach Access

The O’Steen Public Beach Access is unknown to many, making it a great place for those looking for a bit more seclusion. One reason crowds are lighter on this part of the beach is because the parking is limited. There is, however, parking available

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Pompano Street Beach Access

When you arrive at the Pompano St Beach Access you will be greeted by a bike rack, showers, and an awning. Past this is the boardwalk access that will lead you directly to the sugar white sands of Destin, Florida. Pompano St is a free public beach access...

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Santa Clara Regional Beach Access

Santa Clara Regional Beach Access is found off of Scenic 30A, complete with parking, restrooms, and (during peak season) has lifeguards out.   This beach access is ADA accessible. Before heading to the beach, know the surf conditions by taking note

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Santa Rosa Beach (public access #3)

Santa Rosa beach features an abundance of art, food and outdoor fun . Named one of Travel + Leisure’s Top 5 Favorite Towns in America,  Santa Rosa Beach is South Walton’s largest beach neighborhood and has something for everyone  &ndash

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Scenic Gulf Drive Regional Beach Access

Scenic Gulf Drive is a brand new (2022) Regional Beach Access that includes a picnic shelter, restroom, parking, and showers. The dune walkover is also ADA accessible.   Beach accesses with parking are hard to come by, so this location is a favorite

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Tarpon Street Beach Access

Location: 3300 Scenic Hwy 98 Destin, FL 32541 Parking: No parking Amenities: Bike rack, bench, rinsing shower   The Tarpon Beach Access is located on the T of Tarpon Street and Scenic Highway 98. At the front of the access you can find a bike rack

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The Shores at Crystal Beach

The Shore at Crystal Beach public beach access features a pavilion, beach walkover, restrooms, showers and car and bicycle parking.   Before heading to the beach, know the surf conditions by taking note of the colored flag system. Double red flags

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Topsail Hill State Preserve

Topsail Hill State Preserve offers you the best of both worlds. You can either head on down to the beach or explore some of the many trails through the beautiful state park. Test your luck on a few of their fishing spots, you can either enjoy fresh water

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