Top Rated Parks to Visit in Destin

We've collected top 10 mentioned parks in Destin from other articles such as Breakers, fwb.org, MyBaseGuide.

Top Rated Parks to Visit in Destin

John Beasley Park
John Beasley Park
4.7 (1717 ratings)4.5 (147 ratings)
Scenic beachside park with pavilions, a snack bar, changing rooms & showers & picnic tables.
1550 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
17 Best Things to Do in Fort Walton Beach, FL (for 2021)
"John C. Beasley Park was established in 1960, three years after the death of its namesake and who it’s named after, John C. Beasley. John C. Beasly was noted for being active in civic organizations and government, often including his donation of time and effort toward community advancement."
Liza Jackson Park
Liza Jackson Park
4.4 (1145 ratings)4 (47 ratings)
1,000 feet of waterfront with play structures, pavilion, picnic tables, fishing pier & boat launch.
338 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
15 Best Things to Do in Fort Walton Beach (FL
"This park near Miracle Strip Parkway has great picnic areas and is also great for walking your dog. Not only is it by the beach, it is also opposite the Gulf Island National Seashore. There are over 100 car parking spaces, meaning there should always be space for you to bring your own set of wheels."
Mentioned by MyBaseGuide
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"For those looking for a beautiful day outside, Liza Jackson Park offers 1,000 feet of scenic waterfront complete with pavilions and tables for picnics. Also, there are a number of outdoor play gyms for children, as well as a fishing pier and a boat launch."
Conservation Park
Conservation Park
4.7 (507 ratings)4.5 (285 ratings)
Expansive green space featuring vast woodland areas with miles of hiking trails.
100 Conservation Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
15 Best Things to Do in Panama City (FL
"Panama City Conservation Park includes a dozen trails that range from a half-mile long to more than 10 miles; they’re popular with hikers, bird watchers, and amateur nature photographers. The park is comprised of nearly 3,000 acres, much of which is coastal wetlands that are so vital to shore preservation and home to a vast variety of plants and animals. Open daily from dusk until dawn, there are plenty of restroom and picnic areas, as well as a covered pavilion that’s available for rent for large group events like birthday parties and family reunions."
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
14 Best Things to Do in Panama City Beach (FL
"At nearly 3,000 acres, Conservation Park is Panama City Beach’s largest, and it includes portions of pine forests and wetlands that are home to a variety of animals. The park features a dozen trails that wind their way through varied landscapes, and there’s a mile-long boardwalk as well. Many guests bring binoculars, and it’s common to see wildlife along the trails, especially in the low light morning and evening hours when they’re usually most active."
Mentioned by FloridaPanhandle.com
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"There’s more to PCB than beach scenery, as you’ll discover while hiking through the beautifully-preserved wetlands at Conservation Park. This vast green space provides one of the most peaceful, nature-filled experiences on the Emerald Coast."
Heritage Park and Cultural Center
Heritage Park and Cultural Center
4.5 (28 ratings)4.5 (15 ratings)
Park with multiple museums showcasing local history from 14,000 BCE through the 1950s.
139 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
MuseumParkHistory Museums
Fort Walton Beach Landing Park
Fort Walton Beach Landing Park
4.6 (937 ratings)
Easygoing waterfront park with a playground, small rock-climbing wall & a concert stage.
139 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547, USA
Park
Mentioned by fwb.org
City Parks | Fort Walton Beach Florida
"Type of Facility: 700 feet of water front, boardwalk, fishing pier,  and playground equipment. Type of Recreation: Passive, picnics, rest area, fishing, and special community events"
Jet Drive Park
Jet Drive Park
4.5 (14 ratings)
224 Holmes Blvd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
Park
Mentioned by fwb.org
City Parks | Fort Walton Beach Florida
"Type of Facilities: 6 Pickleball courts, asphalt basketball courts, playground equipment, and picnic area. Type of Recreation: Free play games of tennis, pickleball and basketball, playground equipment, and picnic area"
Grayton Beach State Park
Grayton Beach State Park
4.8 (2103 ratings)4.5 (656 ratings)
2,000-acre park offering ocean swimming, a boat ramp on a lake, hiking & biking trails, & camping.
357 Main Park Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA
State parkOutdoor ActivitiesParkBeaches
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Florida
"An 1133-acre stretch of marble-colored dunes rolling down to the water's edge, this state park's beauty is genuinely mind-blowing. The park sits nestled against the wealthy but down-to-earth community of Grayton Beach, home to the famed Red Bar and to the quirky Dog Wall – a mural on which residents paint portraits of their dogs. "
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"This is the place to see what Florida looked like when only Native Americans lived here. One of the most scenic spots along the Gulf…"
Gayle's Trails
Gayle's Trails
4.7 (140 ratings)
Panama City Beach, FL 32413, USA
Park
Ross Marler Park
Ross Marler Park
4.6 (322 ratings)4.5 (15 ratings)
Park for boating, swimming & fishing, with a playground, picnic spots & an interpretive trail.
1275 Santa Rosa Blvd, Okaloosa Island, FL 32548, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Frank Brown Park
Frank Brown Park
4.7 (1744 ratings)4.5 (69 ratings)
Recreational park offering sports fields, an aquatic center, trails, a fishing pond & dog play area.
16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, USA
ParkNature & ParksAquatic centreBaseball fieldBasketball courtCommunity centerFestivalPlaygroundSoccer fieldTennis courtNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by WP
Panama City Beach Nature Parks | Activities & Attractions | Panama City Beach Vacation Rentals
"Recognized as an award-winning park, Frank Brown Park is the center of all things active in Panama City Beach. The area offers facilities to accommodate a variety of sports including baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, football, basketball, shuffleboard, gymnastics, and fishing. In addition, Frank Brown Park features a community center, playgrounds, a dog park, an aquatic center, and over twenty acres to host large scale events."

Best Family Restaurants in Destin

Captain D's
Captain D's
3.8 (754 ratings)
Fast, casual seafood restaurant chain serving fish & seafood dishes, plus sides & desserts.
19 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantFamily restaurantFast food restaurantFish & chips restaurant
Waffle House
Waffle House
4.1 (612 ratings)
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
263 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
Breakfast restaurantAmerican restaurantDinerFamily restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Bayou on the Beach
Bayou on the Beach
4.3 (2267 ratings)
New Orleans-style eatery & oyster bar serving classic sandwiches & seafood in a down-home setting.
11115 Hutchison Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, USA
Bar & grillAmerican restaurantFamily restaurantOyster bar restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
14 Best Things to Do in Panama City Beach (FL
"Words and phrases like “mouth-watering, delicious, comfortable and festive” have all been used by previous guests to describe their time at Bayou on the Beach Café. With a full menu that includes lots of seafood, they’re particularly well-known for their seared, fresh tuna sandwiches, crispy hush puppies, and tangy bloody Mary’s. Portion sizes are larger than most guests can finish, and during tourist season as the sun’s going down, they offer live music, which adds to the already chill and trendy atmosphere."
Mentioned by Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau
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"This New Orleans style eatery is Panama City Beach’s spot for seafood flavors straight out of the bayou. Mardi Gras happens every day with dishes like Cajun lump crab cakes, catfish and seafood muffulettas. The weekly crawfish boil during crawfish season bolsters the authenticity."

Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Destin

Salty Duck
Salty Duck
4.5 (302 ratings)
Snug sports bar boasting an extensive selection of craft beers plus games & TVs in modest surrounds.
209 Ferry Rd SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
Bar
Coaster's
Coaster's
4.4 (422 ratings)
Upbeat beer & cocktail bar offering sports on TV, live music & games like pool, darts & foosball.
214 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
BarCocktail barNight club
Floyd's Shrimp House
Floyd's Shrimp House
4.2 (1868 ratings)
Seafood eatery offering an extensive menu including raw & baked oysters, coconut shrimp & more.
1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantBarRestaurant

Best Dinner Places to Eat in Destin

Moe’s Original Bar B Que
Moe’s Original Bar B Que
4.5 (880 ratings)
Easygoing chain serving Alabama-style pulled pork & other meats smoked in-house.
14896 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, USA
Barbecue restaurantBarRestaurant
Tommy Mattonie's Coastal Cafe
Tommy Mattonie's Coastal Cafe
4.5 (276 ratings)
Casual outfit serving New Orleans-style po' boys, BBQ & specialty tacos for breakfast & lunch.
723 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547, USA
Breakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeFine dining restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSandwich shopSeafood restaurant
Magnolia Grill
Magnolia Grill
4.4 (514 ratings)
Quaint eatery in a historic house presenting a refined menu of mainly Italian & American cuisine.
157 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
GrillRestaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Destin

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