Outdoors & Nature

Adventure lies around every corner in South Walton. While you could easily spend the entire day soaking up the Florida sunshine, shopping, dining or relaxing along our 26 miles of sugar-white sand and turquoise water, and we wouldn’t blame you, why not get out and explore?

There are endless ways to quench your thirst for adventure in South Walton. With access to the Gulf and the Choctawhatchee Bay, dropping a line and reeling in the big one is a true Florida adventure. With four state parks and the 15,000-acre Point Washington State Forest, hit the trails and traverse your way through the scrub oaks and pines all while catching a glimpse of the local birds and wildlife.

If a truly unique South Walton experience is what you’re looking for, be sure to check out the rare coastal dune lakes that dot the coast. These incredibly diverse bodies of water are a combination of freshwater and saltwater, and are home to their own special ecosystems. With 15 dune lakes to explore, you’d have to travel to New Zealand, Australia, Madagascar or the Pacific Northwest to find them outside of South Walton.

Everything about South Walton inspires you to be outdoors. The sights, sounds and smells challenge you to take full advantage of your senses.

Point Washington Landing

North of Seagrove Beach at the north end of Scenic Highway 395 in Point Washington is a boat ramp and two docks on Tucker Bayou that opens into the Choctawhatchee Bay. There is parking and a boat cleaning station with fresh water. This is the spot where Jim Carrey as...

Big Fish Bike and Beach Rentals

Discover the Beauty of South Walton with Big Fish Bike and Beach Rentals. We’ve been serving NW Florida for over 20 years and in that time, we’ve learned a thing or two about having fun. So whether you want to take a ride down our famous bike trails, leisurely paddle...

Alys Beach Nature Trail

The northern portion of Alys Beach is devoted to a 20-acre nature preserve that provides a quiet and reflective getaway. The trail winds its way through the preserve, with most of it on an elevated wooden boardwalk that gives a great view of the varied habitats below. While on the...

Coldwater Excursions

Just a short distance from the beaches of 30A rests some of Northwest Florida's most beautiful cold springs. There is an abundance of things to see and do both above and below the crystal clear water as you kayak, snorkel, and explore this unique ecosystem with our informative and fun...

Shallow Water Expeditions Guide Service

Shallow Water Expeditions Guide Service specializes in fly-fishing and light tackle (spinning rod) for up to 2 people on 18 foot flats boats. We also offer near shore fishing for up to 4 people in 22-24 foot center console bay boats. Our trips can encompass a wide variety of fishing...

Deer Lake State Park

Newly renovated and improved, Deer Lake State Park is now open. Deer Lake State Park shares its name with the coastal dune lake within its boundaries. Southern magnolias, golden asters, woody goldenrod, and scrub oaks can be seen in this coastal dune habitat. A boardwalk across the dunes offers easy...

Salt Air 30A

Salt Air 30A is an owner-operated rental and experience business located at The Hub on Scenic Hwy 30A. As locals, we have fallen in love with a completely different side of 30A than the beach. You would be hard pressed to find more beautiful beaches than the ones in our...

Peddler's Pavilion

Peddler's Pavilion is a collection of kiosks, offering an array of open-air shopping and dining experiences. Peddlers Paddle Boards and Kayaks offers vacationers SUPs and kayaks for rent so that they can paddle the open Gulf water or one of the beautiful Coastal Dune Lakes on 30A. Daily rentals cost...

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