grayton beach state park
Grayton Beach State Park was voted the best beach in America by Dr. Stephen Leatherman – “Dr. Beach.”
Visitors to Grayton Beach Park may enjoy a variety of outdoor pursuits such as canoeing, kayaking, and boating on the 100-acre Western Lake. Other recreational activities include swimming, freshwater and saltwater fishing, birding, wildlife watching, and hiking and biking along a four-mile nature trail. Among the wildlife that may be spotted are shorebirds and nesting sea turtles.
The 2,228-acre Grayton Beach State Park also offers RV and tent camping as well as 30 cabins that can accommodate up to six people. Other amenities include a boat ramp, picnic pavilion and public showers.
Pets are banned from the beach. However, they are permitted within certain areas of the park if they remain on leashes no longer than six feet.
Grayton Beach State Park opened in 1968. It is one of four Walton County stops on the Great Florida Birding Trail.
Hours of Operation
The park opens at 8 a.m. and closes at sunset.
Park Fees
| Admission: | |
| Vehicle | $5 |
| Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers | $2 |
A fishing license may be required.
(Prices and hours are subject to change without notice and from what is listed on this web site)
Location
The park is located east of the community of Grayton Beach, roughly midway between Panama City Beach and Destin.
Contact Information
357 Main ParkRoad
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 231-4210
Web Site: www.floridastateparks.org/graytonbeach/
Camping Reservations:
Reserve America
Toll-free: (800) 326-3521
TDD:888-433-0287
