Destin and South Walton are known around the world for our powder like white sand that literally "squeaks" when you walk on it. Destin is also designated as a Tree city and offers many public parks and boat launches.
Parks and Beaches
The Beaches of South Walton Tourist Development Council maintains over 60 Beach and bay access points. Listed below are the 8 access points that are patrolled by life guards from March through September yearly. Always remember to obey the warning flags.
1. Inlet Beach Access
Located 3/4 miles away from intersection of CR30A and Hwy 98
2. Santa Clara Access
Located 1/2 mile east of CR395 and CR30A Turn S at Gamble Road
3. Van Neese Butler Jr. Access
Located along Scenic 30A between Watercolor and Sea Side
4. Blue Mountain Access
Southern most end of Rd. 83- 1.5 Mi west of Highway 98 and 331
5. Gulfview Heights Access
Located 3 Mi east of Cr. 393 and 30A intersection
6. Ed Walline Access
Located west of Cr. 393 and Scenic 30A
8. Miramar Beach Access
Located off Scenic Gulf Drive 2 miles east of Hwy. 98 and Scenic Gulf Drive
South Walton Florida has several state parks. For more information about a particular state park please contact the numbers below.
Deer Lake State Park (Seacrest Beach)
(850) 231-0337
Point Washington State Forest
(850)-231-5800
Eastern Lake Hill and Bike Trail
(850) 231-5800
Eden State Gardens(Point Washington)
(850) 231-4214
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
(850) 267-9902
Grayton Beach State Park
(850) 231-4210
Turtle tracks heading away from the Gulf of Mexico at Tops'l Hill Preserve.
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