Destin beaches are some of the most visited in Florida!  All beaches listed below, with the exception of Henderson, are free (some require paid parking).  Dogs are not allowed on any Destin beaches.  Listen to DestinFM for beach updates

Destin Beach Access Guide – Destin FM
✦ Destin FM · Local Guide

Destin's Best
Beach Accesses

Your complete guide to public beaches along the Emerald Coast — from Okaloosa Island to Miramar Beach.

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Parking tip for visitors: Most Crystal Beach and Holiday Isle accesses now use the Destin Park & Play system — $20 for 4 hours. Scan the QR code or text to pay. Destin residents with an annual pass park free. Check cityofdestin.com for resident pass details.

⭐ Top Pick
⭐ Destin FM Pick · Best Beach in America
1
Henderson Beach State Park
Arguably the best beach in Destin — we say in America!
💰 $6/vehicle 🅿 Lots of Parking ⭐ Top Pick
📍Address: 17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy
🚗Parking: $6 per vehicle · Ample spaces
🏖Amenities: Picnic tables, playground, boardwalk, nature trail, pavilion, campgrounds & beach wheelchairs
🌊 Holiday Isle
2
Norriego Point
Great views of boats in the harbor, East Pass & the Marler Bridge
💰 $20 / 4 hrs ⚠ Limited Parking
📍Location: Just past O'Steen on Holiday Isle
🚗Parking: Paid – $20 / 4 hrs (Beach District street parking)
✨ Now features a beautiful boardwalk that wraps around the entire beach — it's just amazing!
3
O'Steen Beach
A hidden gem — if you're up for the long walk!
💰 $20 / 4 hrs ⚠ Very Limited Parking
📍Location: Holiday Isle (320 Gulf Shore Dr)
🚤Access: Water shuttles from Emerald Grande, or car/public access from Holiday Isle
🎣Special: Gateway to the jetties for fishing
🚗Parking: Paid – $20 / 4 hrs · Very limited spaces
4
Princess Beach
Always find a good spot on the beach
✅ Free Parking
📍Location: Okaloosa Island
🚗Parking: Free!
⚠ Don't park on the bike path! · No bathrooms or showers at this access.
🏄 Scenic 98 Corridor
5
Calhoun Beach
Can be crowded, but always fun! Near Back Porch Restaurant
✅ Free Parking
📍Location: Scenic 98
6
June White Decker Park
Adjacent to Calhoun access
✅ Free Parking
📍Address: 1950 Scenic Hwy 98
🏖Amenities: Public restrooms & bike racks
💎 Crystal Beach
7
Shirah Street
Crystal Beach access
💰 $20 / 4 hrs ⚠ Very Limited Parking
📍Location: Shirah Street @ Hwy 98
8
The Shores at Crystal Beach
Well-equipped park access with great amenities
💰 $20 / 4 hrs ⚠ Limited in Busy Season
📍Address: 2966 Scenic Hwy 98
🏖Amenities: Picnic tables, public restrooms & showers
9
Crystal Beach Drive
Very private beach
💰 $20 / 4 hrs ⚠ Very Hard to Park in Season
📍Location: Crystal Beach Drive @ Hwy 98
10
Barracuda Street
Crystal Beach access with restrooms
💰 $20 / 4 hrs ⚠ Very Limited Parking
📍Location: Barracuda St @ Hwy 98
🏖Amenities: Restrooms
11
Pompano Street
Amazing beach with better parking than most!
💰 $20 / 4 hrs 🅿 Better Than Most
📍Location: Pompano Street @ Hwy 98
12
Tarpon Street
Great in the off season! Another Crystal Beach gem
💰 $20 / 4 hrs (until new park opens) 🅿 Plenty of Free Parking Coming!
📍Location: Tarpon Street @ Hwy 98
🔜 Paid street parking ($20/4 hrs) until the new park opens — then plenty of free parking and new amenities await!
🌅 West End · Miramar Beach
13
James Lee Park
Lots of free parking — a rare find!
✅ Free Parking 🅿 Lots of Parking
📍Address: 3510 Scenic Hwy 98
🏖Amenities: Restrooms & shower
14
Pompano Joe's
Free parking — and lots of it! A Miramar Beach staple
✅ Free Parking 🅿 Lots of Parking
📍Address: 2375 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach
🏖Amenities: Restrooms & outdoor showers
🗺 Parking Legend
💰 $ Paid parking · $20 / 4 hrs for non-residents via Destin Park & Play. Scan QR or text to pay.
✅ Free No parking fee at this access
⚠ Limited Very few parking spaces — arrive early, especially in season
🅿 Lots Abundant parking available
🏠 Destin Residents: Annual pass = free parking at all Beach District accesses.
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