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Beaches & Parks
Find your “peace” of beachy paradise at nearby Fort Walton Beach parks and beaches. Explore all the sugar-sand beaches of the Emerald Coast, from Destin, to Okaloosa Island, to the one right outside your door. Plant yourself under a beach umbrella and stay awhile.
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The Boardwalk
The largest public beach in the area features delicious restaurants, excellent shopping, a playground, volleyball court, showers, pavilions, picnic tables, restrooms, and live music.
Enjoy the powder-fine beaches and scenic shoreline of this park in Destin, which includes a playground, pavilions, restrooms, and a nature trail. Boardwalks offer easy beach access.
Right next to The Island, beautiful white-sand beaches and blue-green water await at John Beasley Park, along with two pavilions, swimming, fishing, boardwalk access to the beach and restrooms.
Cast your line from the 900-foot fishing pier at one of the most popular fishing spots on the Emerald Coast. Facilities for camping and swimming are also available.
Fly into town and be at our resort in just 20 minutes. The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport offers more than 50 flights daily from leading airlines to cities across the nation.
Make memories to last a lifetime with a family deeps sea fishing excursion. Cruise in a comfortable 53’ G&S Sportfish boat and grill your catch onboard!
What began as a small oyster shack on Destin Harbor in 1984 is now one of the Emerald Coast's most popular destinations for fresh seafood, cold drinks, and live music.
Down-home vibes and good times await at this local favorite bar offering drinks, hot dogs, steamed sandwiches & more with outdoor seating and fantastic harbor views.
Explore boutiques, eateries, galleries and nightlife on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay. Spend a fun afternoon strolling the boardwalk, taking in festivals and farmers markets, and more.
Dive into America's second-oldest marine park and explore 14 marine exhibits and up close experiences like stingray snorkeling, to connect, respect, and preserve wildlife.
Get the best deals at 110 designer and name-brand outlet stores including Tory Burch, Coach, Kate Spade New York, Michael Kors. Stroll shaded covered walks, dine at a number of restaurants, and more.
The vibrant downtown area is home to a variety of unique shops and restaurants, Heritage Park & Cultural Center, Emerald Coast Science Center, and much more.
