10 Outdoor Activities in Fort Walton Beach That You Shouldn't Miss

May 30, 2021 Milan Banda

The great outdoors is likely to feature prominently in any vacation to Fort Walton Beach. There are two public golf courses in Fort Walton Beach, The Oaks and The Pines, while championship courses such as the one at Regatta Bay are within easy reach. Sea anglers have the opportunity for some fine shore or boat fishing, hunting down the big game fish which populate the waters off the Florida coast. The more adventurous may wish to go surfing - or even take instruction and perform a parachute jump!
Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach

1. XL Kites

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5.0 based on 10 reviews

XL Kites

The premier kiteboard shop on the Emerald Gulf Coast! Lessons for kiteboarding, powered paragliding, flyboarding and light sport aircraft! We are your headquarters for fun in NW Florida! Call, email or stop by and start your adventures today!

2. Destin Airboat Tours

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Destin Airboat Tours

PANDORA is a 15 passenger, 24' Touring Airboat @ Brooks Bridge Marina & Dry Storage, 1198 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, FWB on the Island. Slide to the WILD SIDE along Santa Rosa Sound to Pirate Cove & Spectre Island, an area few people get to see! Occasional Dolphins or Eagles, lots of Osprey & other waterfowl. Jus' Ride Me!

3. Rusty Anchor Charters

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Rusty Anchor Charters

Welcome to Rusty Anchor Charters by Captain Mike USN Retired. Take a break and bring back some lasting memories aboard my 21 foot pontoon boat. If like to explore, relax and see the sights, ride inner tubes, explore crab island or Pensacola I’ll go anywhere. I offer discounted prices for people who just want to visit some of the breathtaking attractions and see the dolphins play.

4. Cattywampus

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Cattywampus

Your whole family will experience an exciting cruise that will be the highlight of your Destin vacation, 3 hours of cruising, dolphins, snorkeling, and sea shell safari. Bring your own beverages and picnic lunch. The Cattywampus is an ideal Dolphin Companion; you can lay in the netted area and watch the Dolphins race through the transparent Emerald Green waters, just a few feet below you.Cruising during the later part of the day allows you to enjoy the lazy, laidback atmosphere created by nature, soft breezes and sunset skies.

5. Cattywampus Eco Adventures

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Cattywampus Eco Adventures

Cattywampus is home of the Seashell Safari, a 3-hour day cruise that tours the waters and stops for a mid-cruise snorkel session where you can swim with fish, collect shells, and see various coastal birds and dolphins. This cruise is great for people of all ages and little ones are only $15.00! Adults are $45.00 + tax and gratuity. We also offer sunset cruises.

6. Island Watersports Company

1318 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548-6210 +1 850-424-7625 [email protected] http://www.islandwatersportscompany.com
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Island Watersports Company

Reviewed By GeorgiaEMT - Griffin, United States

Very easy rental experience. The staff were helpful with answering questions I had about the area, and let me know some events going on that I was unaware of. We had a full day rental. We stayed at the condos next door and literally walked 5 minutes from the condo to the boat. The boat seated all 12 of us comfortably, and was easy to handle both when underway and when anchoring/beaching. We rented the "Bently"

7. RMR WaterSports

104 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548-6615 +1 850-391-8433 [email protected] http://destinfishingboatrentals.com
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RMR WaterSports

Pontoon boat rentals. Fishing boat rentals. Fishing equipment rentals. Paddle board and kayak rentals.Private Sunset and dolphin cruse. Charter Fishing

Reviewed By schoenpreston

We rented a 24’ pontoon boat for the day. The boat and service were exceptional. They are my go to boat rental in Fort Walton/Destin area.

8. Liquid Prescription Fishing Charters

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Liquid Prescription Fishing Charters

Come fish the beautiful Emerald Coast with us! I will guide the most experienced anglers, to family trips. Don’t forget to bring the kids! Depending on the time of year, we will target mackerel, snapper, cobia, bonitos, amberjack, grouper, tuna, & more. It is also not uncommon to catch a sailfish and sharks! Bottom fishing is my specialty! You'll be fishing on a 26' Sailfish with twin 250's.

9. Nonie's Ark Animal Encounters

30 First St SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548-5344 +1 850-862-9588 [email protected] http://www.noniesark.com
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Nonie's Ark Animal Encounters

Nonie's Ark come to YOU! The address listed is where you can see the "crew mates" on display at The Emerald Coast Science Center. PaRtY AnImAlS FoR HiRe!!! A Fun Hands-On Learning Adventure Featuring Live Exotic Animals for Birthday's, Classrooms, Festivals and MORE! Crew mates of this Ark include unwanted pets adopted by Nonie, Wildlife Educator in the Florida Panhandle.

10. Fort Walton Beach Parasail

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Fort Walton Beach Parasail

Winner of the WSIA Parasail Operators Award of Excellence! We are a small family business owned by a combat veteran helicopter pilot. Our captains are USCG Licensed Masters following all WSIA, USCG, FAA and ASTM Standards. Our focus is to provide a family-friendly operation with an emphasis on safety offering the best maintained, newest equipment in the industry. The ONLY Parasail Company on the beach in Fort Walton Beach. Located on the beach behind Four Points by Sheradon close to the GULFARIUM in Fort Walton Beach. Book online at: ftwaltonparasail.com Also offered at these locations: banana boat rides, jetski rentals and more! We have a 2019 and 2021 CWS Ocean Pro Parasail Boats to safely make this experience a trip of a lifetime. Hope to see you soon!

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