All beaches listed below, with the exception of Henderson, are free (some require paid parking).  Dogs are not allowed on any Destin beaches (they’ll fine you).

1. Henderson Beach State Park

Arguably the best beach in Destin – WE say in America!

  • Address: 17000 Emerald Coast Parkway
  • Parking: $6 per vehicle – Lots of parking available
  • Amenities: Picnic tables, playground, boardwalk, nature trail, pavilion, campgrounds, and beach wheelchairs

2. Norriego Point

Great views of boats in the harbor, East Pass, and the Marler Bridge

  • Location: Just past O’Steen on Holiday Isle
  • Parking: $ – Limited parking spaces

3. O’Steen

A hidden gem if you’re up for the long walk!

  • Location: Holiday Isle
  • Access: Water shuttles from the Emerald Grande or car/public access from Holiday Isle
  • Special: Gateway to the jetties for fishing
  • Parking: $ – VERY limited parking spaces

4. Princess Beach

Always find a good spot on the beach

  • Location: Okaloosa Island
  • Parking: Free parking on sand (may need 4-wheel drive in tourist months)
  • Note: Register your vehicle online. Don’t park on the bike path!
  • Downside: No bathrooms or showers

5. Calhoun Beach

Can be crowded, but always fun! Near Back Porch Restaurant

  • Location: Scenic 98
  • Parking: Free parking

6. June White Decker Park

Adjacent to Calhoun access

  • Address: 1950 Scenic Hwy 98
  • Parking: Free parking
  • Amenities: Public restrooms and bike racks

7. Shirah Street

  • Location: Shirah Street @ Hwy 98
  • Parking: $ – Very limited parking spaces

8. The Shores at Crystal Beach

  • Address: 2966 Scenic Highway 98
  • Parking: $ – Limited parking in busy season
  • Amenities: Picnic tables, public restrooms, and showers

9. Crystal Beach Drive

Very private beach

  • Location: Crystal Beach Drive @ Hwy 98
  • Parking: $ – Very hard to find parking spots in season

10. Barracuda Street

  • Location: Barracuda @ Hwy 98
  • Parking: $ – Very limited parking
  • Amenities: Restrooms

11. Pompano Street

Amazing beach with better parking than most

  • Location: Pompano Street @ Hwy 98
  • Parking: Free parking
  • Note: Parking is better here, but not as great as at Henderson

12. Tarpon Street

Great in off season

  • Location: Tarpon Street @ Hwy 98
  • Parking: $ – Limited parking

13. James Lee Park

  • Address: 3510 Scenic Hwy 98
  • Parking: Lots of parking available
  • Amenities: Restrooms and shower

14. Pompano Joe’s

  • Address: 2375 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach, Florida 32550
  • Parking: Free parking – lots of it!
  • Amenities: Restrooms and outdoor showers

Legend:

  • $ = Paid parking
  • Free = No parking fees
  • Limited = Few parking spaces available
  • Lots = Abundant parking available

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