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Regional Beach Access
Our 9 RBAs can be found on public beaches from Miramar Beach in the west to Inlet Beach in the east. They offer restrooms, parking, showers and bike racks; several offer ADA access. Each RBA also has a flag indicating current surf conditions, as well as a lifeguard on duty between March and October. Vendor-operated beach chair and umbrella services are offered.
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Neighborhood Beach Access
These smaller public beach accesses are located within neighborhoods and designed primarily for walk-up traffic. Many of these NBAs also have flags indicating current surf conditions.
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County Owned Beach
Public beaches with no restrictions on access or recreation.
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County Vendor Managed Beach
County-owned public beaches where rentals, including beach chairs and umbrellas, are available. These beaches have no restrictions on access or recreation.
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State Park Beach
Walton County is home to four state parks, three of which offer access to the Gulf of Mexico: Deer Lake State Park, Grayton Beach State Park and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. There is an entry fee into these parks, but the small cost is definitely worth experiencing the natural beauty tucked beyond their entrances.
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Bay & Lake Access
Some offer boat ramps, parking, restrooms and playgrounds and are available throughout the county.
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Owner-Managed Private Beach
Beachgoers can access the area 20-feet landward of the wet/dry shoreline — known as the transitory zone — for walking, running, jogging and entry into the water for swimming and other water activities. Pay attention to signage at these locations to determine if you can enter. These other rules and restrictions apply:
- Sunbathing, whether with personal beach chairs or towels, is allowed between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Chair/umbrella rental through a vendor may be offered.
- To avoid overcrowding, the number of beachgoers in an owner-managed private beach is limited to the equivalent of one person per five feet of the private beach frontage.
- Beachgoers cannot access the transitory zone through the owner-managed beach site. Pay attention to signage at these areas to determine where you can enter.
- Private beach owners, their guests/renters have full use of their private beach, and may relocate or remove beachgoers if they are not complying with the rules.
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Resort/Vacation Rental-Managed Private Beach
Access to these beaches is site-specific to the resort, rental agency or individual property owner. Accommodations can include condos, cottages, townhouses, or single-family homes. Renters and guests should check with their accommodations for access details.
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Beach Access
The interactive map shows the location of public and private beaches as well as their access points. Simply type in your address to find the nearest beach access and amenities. Upon navigating to an area, click on the color-coded beach and surrounding icons to see the full description. Scroll below the map for a full key describing each color and icon. The map is being updated regularly, so keep checking back for the latest information.
Areas in red include rental and vacation properties that offer exclusive beach access to guests, such as Seaside and Rosemary Beach. Check with your accommodation host for details specific to the property.
This data is not a legal representation of the features depicted; any assumption of the legal status of this data is hereby disclaimed. Features are approximate, and are not necessarily accurate to mapping, surveying, or engineering standards.
Latest map update: May 15, 2025 2:28:11 pm
Beach Access Info
With 26 miles of sugar-white sand along the Gulf, visitors to Walton County are drawn to our incredible beaches and turquoise water. It’s along these beaches that families come to make memories and enjoy quality time with family and friends.
Throughout the county, you’ll find a variety of public beach access, private beaches through your rental as well as state parks where you can enjoy a day in the sun. In fact, there are more than 50 beach and bay accesses. Also, everyone can traverse the wet sand area along our entire 26 miles of beach.
Whether a first-time or long-time visitor, we want to make sure you have the information you need to plan your perfect beach stay.
The interactive map shows the location of public and private beaches as well as their access points. Simply type in your address to find the nearest beach access and amenities. Upon navigating to an area, click on the color-coded beach and surrounding icons to see the full description. Scroll below the map for a full key describing each color and icon. The map is being updated regularly, so keep checking back for the latest information.
Areas in red include rental and vacation properties that offer exclusive beach access to guests, such as Seaside and Rosemary Beach. Check with your accommodation host for details specific to the property.
Thank you for choosing Walton County, Florida. We’re glad you’re here.
Beach Access Legend
Beach Flag Warnings
We understand enjoying your time along our beaches is important and we encourage you to Beach Safely by paying attention to our surf flag warning system and following safety rules meant to protect you and our beautiful beaches. For Gulf conditions and flag updates, text “SAFETY” to 31279. Message frequency will vary. Message and data rates may apply.
Water Closed to Public
Water Activity is Prohibited, entering water could result in $500 fine
High Hazard
High Surf and/0r Strong Currents
Medium Hazard
Moderate Surf and/or Currents
Low Hazard
Calm Conditions, Exercise Caution
Stinging Marine Life
Man O’ War, Jellyfish, Stingrays
Beach Access Legend
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Regional Beach Access
Our 9 RBAs can be found on public beaches from Miramar Beach in the west to Inlet Beach in the east. They offer restrooms, parking, showers and bike racks; several offer ADA access. Each RBA also has a flag indicating current surf conditions, as well as a lifeguard on duty between March and October. Vendor-operated beach chair and umbrella services are offered.
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Neighborhood Beach Access
These smaller public beach accesses are located within neighborhoods and designed primarily for walk-up traffic. Many of these NBAs also have flags indicating current surf conditions.
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County Owned Beach
Public beaches with no restrictions on access or recreation.
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County Vendor Managed Beach
County-owned public beaches where rentals, including beach chairs and umbrellas, are available. These beaches have no restrictions on access or recreation.
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State Park Beach
Walton County is home to four state parks, three of which offer access to the Gulf of Mexico: Deer Lake State Park, Grayton Beach State Park and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. There is an entry fee into these parks, but the small cost is definitely worth experiencing the natural beauty tucked beyond their entrances.
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Bay & Lake Access
Some offer boat ramps, parking, restrooms and playgrounds and are available throughout the county.
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Owner-Managed Private Beach
Beachgoers can access the area 20-feet landward of the wet/dry shoreline — known as the transitory zone — for walking, running, jogging and entry into the water for swimming and other water activities. Pay attention to signage at these locations to determine if you can enter. These other rules and restrictions apply:
- Sunbathing, whether with personal beach chairs or towels, is allowed between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Chair/umbrella rental through a vendor may be offered.
- To avoid overcrowding, the number of beachgoers in an owner-managed private beach is limited to the equivalent of one person per five feet of the private beach frontage.
- Beachgoers cannot access the transitory zone through the owner-managed beach site. Pay attention to signage at these areas to determine where you can enter.
- Private beach owners, their guests/renters have full use of their private beach, and may relocate or remove beachgoers if they are not complying with the rules.
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Resort/Vacation Rental-Managed Private Beach
Access to these beaches is site-specific to the resort, rental agency or individual property owner. Accommodations can include condos, cottages, townhouses, or single-family homes. Renters and guests should check with their accommodations for access details.
