Manager's Message
Deer Lake will be getting a new contact phone number effective 9 November 2009. The new number will be (850) 267-8300 and the new fax number will be (850) 267-8302.
The wildflowers are blooming for Fall. Now would be a great time to experience the sugar white beaches of the Emerald Coast. The park's long dune boardwalk offers some of the best views of a dynamic dune ecosystem to be found on the gulf coast. If you let it, the natural beauty of this spot will take you to a place called "serenity."
Pets are not allowed on the beach. Pets are allowed at the picnic area and on the nature trail located on the north side of Hwy. 30-A across from the park entrance. Pets must be kept on no more than a six foot hand held leash while in the park.
Effective July 1st 2009, Deer Lake State Park will be implementing a $3.00 honor fee. Deer Lake State Park is a day-use only park. Camping is not available.
For the enjoyment of all our park guests Deer Lake State Park has full beach access for our ADA guests.
Updated Last 11/9/09
- Dale Shingler, Park Manager
Welcome to Deer Lake State Park
This park shares its name with the coastal dune lake within its boundaries. Coastal dune lakes are extremely rare worldwide and in the United States they occur only along the Gulf Coast. Southern magnolias, golden asters, woody goldenrod, and scrub oaks can be seen in this coastal dune habitat. Rare plants such as gulf coast lupine, spoonflower, pitcher plants, and Curtiss' sand grass-one of the largest populations found in Florida-are found in the park. Visitors may see splashes of color from summer wildflowers or some of the many species of resident or migratory birds and butterflies. A boardwalk across the dunes offers easy access to the beach where visitors can picnic, swim, and fish. It also offers a spectacular view of the dune ecosystem, one of 11 natural communities found in the park. Located on County Road 30A in Santa Rosa Beach.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Deer Lake State Park, please call 850-231-4210.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
The park is located on CR 30A in Santa Rosa Beach.
Park Fees
Admission Fee:
$3.00 per vehicle. Please use the honor box to pay fees. Correct change is required. Limit 8 people per vehicle.
$2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
Deer Lake State Park
357 Main Park Road
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459
Phone: 850-231-4210
Fax: 850-231-1879
