Top Parks & Nature Attractions in Destin, FL
Nature & Parks in Destin
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- nativetex6 contributionsWe visited this beach twice during our stay and it was a pleasant experience both times. The waves were frequent and there were yellow/purple conditions both times but we were careful not to wonder out very far to be in danger of rip currents. Lots of small fish swimming near but harmless. Also warnings of button jelly fish but I’m the stretch we were at we did not see any in the water, only some on shore which were already dead. Highly recommend and entry fee is reasonable. Showers, picnic pavilions and restrooms available.Written August 4, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sadie JSmyrna, TN79 contributionsYou have to see it for yourself to understand how beautiful, amazing, and peaceful it is. The beach was clean, and the water was amazing.Written June 23, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Vegaschick11Corpus Christi, TX97 contributionsLots of boat rentals.... with our without a captain. Fabulous places to sit and eat or drink with great views of the harbor.Written July 26, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- OBNurse095 contributionsLots of entertainment for all ages. They did fireworks on Thursdays, it was about a 15 minute display!Written July 11, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BeirutSailor3 contributionsJetty East Beach is spacious and clean. There are less umbrellas than at the bigger hotel/resort beaches.Written August 19, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kevin WAltoona, AL234 contributionsIf you don't want to pay at Henderson Beach, then I would suggest this one down the road. We love the beach and water at this one...not far to walk down to the beach from the parking lot and pretty ample parking. Clean beach.Written October 15, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jones2348 contributionsThere's an area for small dogs, and another area fenced off for larger dogs. It was easy to park there, we went many times.Written March 22, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kay7979Western NY374 contributionsJolee was adjacent to our resort, so it made a nice walk and is a great place to relax and enjoy the bay view. Fish were jumping every few seconds. Sitting by the water, it felt about ten degrees cooler.Written September 19, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kevin MATLANTA, GA127 contributionsGreat access to Crystal Beach adjacent to Henderson State Park. Very limited parking spots (4-5) so you might need to park on the street or get dropped off. There is a nice size covered area with a couple of tables. Close walk to beach from where you park and enter.Written May 26, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MISTY CCincinnati, OH92 contributionsWe stopped here for a minute. It’s a very small park. Small boardwalk over the water. Not sure if you can fish from the boardwalk. It doesn’t go far out into the water. It’s free. We didn’t stay too longWritten September 16, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Marc NMonroe, NC2 contributionsNeeded a rental last minute and they over met my expectations. Jeep was very nice no issues. Veryveasy transaction would highly recommend.Written August 1, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kari WPalm Bay, FL211 contributionsThis park has picturesque soft white sands and blue water where it gets deeper. Trash cans are frequent, and trash on the beach or in the water is very minimal.
We took our snorkels and masks and parked in the parking lot closest to the park. It holds maybe 12 cars and you pay through the app “Parking Passport:” 5 dollars for 5 hours.
There are 3 shallow bays, from zero where you walk in to maybe 4 or 6 feet deep at most, with lifeguard stands (but no lifeguards, just fyi). We saw dozens of small and medium sized fish (mostly yellow and blue and white), a turtle, 3 jellyfish, and hermit crabs on the rocks. Bird wildlife included a heron, an egret and lots of seagulls and sandpipers.
The water in the bays is a little green, and visibility when we went was maybe 10 feet in front of you: a little murky but you could still see fish. Plenty of grass in the water this time. On a Tuesday midday, it was not crowded and quite peaceful.
Would recommend if you are in Destin!Written September 21, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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