What to do and see in Emerald Coast, Florida Panhandle: The Best Nature & Parks

January 18, 2022 Karren Gelb

Discover the best top things to do in Emerald Coast, United States including Destin Jeep Rentals, Nonie's Ark Animal Encounters, Henderson Beach State Park, Okaloosa Island, Crystal Sands Beach, Jetty East Beach, Destin Harbor, HarborWalk Marina, John C Beasley Park, James Lee Park.
Restaurants in Emerald Coast

1. Destin Jeep Rentals

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5.0 based on 100 reviews

Destin Jeep Rentals

Destin Jeep Tours and Rentals specializes in providing high-end rentals & our amazing Adventure in the forest Jeep Safari Tour! We serve Destin, Miramar Beach, South Walton, 30A, & Panama City Beach renting Convertible Jeep Wranglers, Large SUVS and more!

2. 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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5.0 based on 12 reviews

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.

3. Henderson Beach State Park

17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy, FL 32541-3343 +1 850-837-7550 http://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Henderson-Beach
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78%
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4.5 based on 2,320 reviews

Henderson Beach State Park

Reviewed By nylady21 - Philadelphia, United States

The soft sands are gorgeous and a beach walk is always good for my soul. Beautiful nature trail loop with informative placards and a nice playground too make this a wonderful park. You can get online tickets for Florida State Parks which makes admission easier.

4. Okaloosa Island

Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,546 reviews

Okaloosa Island

Reviewed By GrandTour816989

Great beach vibe! We were in town for a beach wedding. We enjoyed our time on the beautiful beach and loved the pool grotto bar. We will definitely come back for another visit very soon!

5. Crystal Sands Beach

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4.5 based on 478 reviews

Crystal Sands Beach

Reviewed By Lindym1234 - Bolingbrook, United States

Crystal clear turquoise water and white sand beaches. Need I say more? The atmosphere at the beach is family friendly, and there are lifeguards in the summer.

6. Jetty East Beach

FL 32541
Excellent
66%
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

Jetty East Beach

Reviewed By L9765FVcrystalm

Perfect beach and luckily the waters were calm. You can go pretty far out where the water is cooler and still stand.

7. Destin Harbor

FL 32541-7391
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4.5 based on 837 reviews

Destin Harbor

Reviewed By MikeCuthbert - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Great place to visit, drink, eat, sail and do on. So many things to do. Can't list them sll. AJ's for eat drink and music. Boathouse for music etc. Small but good. Try the cooked oysters, they were a revalation to me.

8. HarborWalk Marina

66 Harbor Blvd, FL 32541-2310 http://www.destinboardwalk.com
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4.5 based on 595 reviews

HarborWalk Marina

HarborWalk Village offers activities and entertainment to please each and every taste in your family—dive in and make memories that will last a lifetime. Here you can find waterfront shopping, water sports, boat, pontoon and jet ski rentals, world class fishing, aqua adventures, dolphin cruises, clubs and nightlife, weekly fireworks, seasonal festivals, live entertainment, and an array of restaurants to satisfy all tastes.

Reviewed By hus4154 - North Hills, United States

Margaritaville and a Crab House on both ends of the Harborwalk with loads of shops in between. Climbing wall kept us entertained, but the zip line wasn't much. We did the Escape Room. It was challanging and fun.

9. John C Beasley Park

1550 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548-6213 http://www.co.okaloosa.fl.us/pw/parks/john-beasley
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4.5 based on 173 reviews

John C Beasley Park

Reviewed By chelslynne - Pensacola, United States

There is a lifeguard showers and bathrooms. I would frequent this beach if I lived in the area. No high rises in the immediate area either just sea grass!

10. James Lee Park

3510 Scenic Highway 98, FL 32541-4726 http://www.co.okaloosa.fl.us/dept_pw_resources_parks_james_lee.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

James Lee Park

Reviewed By X5312GBkevint - Paragould, United States

Great public beach with plenty of housing aroung it if you woluld like to stay for a while to include a very nice restraunt called the Crab trap.

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