Grayton Beach State Park: Best Beaches in Florida

ByLisa Dworkin Hours

Beach Personality: Enjoy Nature Without Giving Up Comfort

Grayton Beach State Park Review

Grayton Beach State Park is located on one of the most beautiful stretches of Florida beachfront. This area of Florida’s northwest coast is known the “Emerald Coast” because the water is a gleaming emerald green color in the sun. Additionally, Emerald Coast beaches are blessed with white quartz sand that isn’t only gorgeous, but also stays cool in the heat of summer.

The park itself is an amazing destination for nature lovers of all sorts. Along with the pristine beach, there are nature trails, interpretive programs, fresh and saltwater fishing, a boat ramp for non-motorized boats, and many opportunities for bird watching. Spend your entire vacation at Grayton Beach State Park if you want because there are camp sites and cabins available within the park. If you prefer to stay in a hotel or condo, Grayton Beach State Park is conveniently located to many seaside towns and makes a great day trip.

Beach Activities:

  • Swimming
  • Walking on the beach
  • Surf fishing
  • Lounging
  • Nature Trails
  • Bird Watching

Beach Amenities:

  • Public bathrooms – Yes.
  • Showers – Yes.
  • Parking – Yes, there is a small fee for all vehicles entering the park.
  • Food – No, but there is a vending machine with drinks near the restrooms.
  • Lifeguard – No.
  • Dogs allowed on the beach – No.

Additional amenities – handicap accessible beach, camping (fee), cabins (fee), covered picnic tables, boat ramp on Western Lake, interpretive programs (seasonal).

Beach Rentals:

None in the park. Rentals available along County Hwy 30A.

Directions:

Grayton Beach State Park is located at 357 Main Park Road, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. To get there, take US-98 from either the east or west. Turn onto County Rd 283 south. Continue to County Hwy 30A. Stay on 30A for approximately 1.5 miles until you see the well-marked entrance to Grayton Beach State Park on your right.

To many joyful beach experiences!

— Lisa Dworkin

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