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The beaches of Northwest Florida are renowned for their white sand, with a consistency similar to that of powdered sugar, and the water's blue-green, crystal clear color which provides excellent diving and snorkeling opportunities.  Additionally, their are numerous natural and artificial reefs throughout the area that are outstanding for spear fishing, shelling, crabbing, catching lobsters, or just plain sightseeing. 

 

Parks and Recreation

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 17000 Emerald Coast Parkway, located on the east side of Destin, is over 250 acres in size, and consists of every park amenity imaginable including dune walkovers and a full-time park ranger.  Open daily, 8 AM to sunset. (850) 837-7550.

  • Clement E. Taylor City Parks - Calhoun Ave. in Destin on Choctawhatchee Bay, this park is complete with shade trees, picnic tables, playground equipment and restrooms.

  • James Lee Park - located in the eastern portion of Destin on Scenic Highway 98 by the CrabTrap restaurant, this gulf-front park provides picnic and restroom facilities right on the Gulf.

  • Grayton Beach State Park - 357 Main Park Rd, Santa Rosa Beach in South Walton County is known as one of the most scenic spots in the world and has 356 acres.  Open daily, 8AM to sunset. (850) 231-4210.

  • Eden State Gardens and Mansion - CR395 Point Washington, South Walton County, has a mansion and glorious gardens to provide you with a glimpse of a lifestyle gone by.  Open daily, 8 AM to sunset. (850) 231-4214.

  • Blackwater River State Park - located on the Blackwater River, 9 miles east of Milton, FL on Highway 90.  Canoeing, tubing, camping, nature trails, picnic tables and swimming.  Over 600 acres.  (850) 983-5363.

 

 

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