Child on a boogie board running towards the ocean

Grayton Beach State Park

A nationally ranked nature wonderland with something for everyone

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$5 per vehicle

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Location

357 Main Park Rd.
Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459

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Contact Info

850-267-8300

Welcome to Grayton Beach State Park

Soaking in warm gulf breezes while relaxing on pristine Grayton Beach might be the main attraction, but that’s only one aspect to this gorgeous park.

Grayton Beach consistently ranks among the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the United States. Western Lake offers fishing and paddling, and those who want to explore on foot have four miles of trails to traverse through a coastal forest where scrub oaks and magnolias stand, bent and twisted by salt winds.

An overnight excursion yields its own unique experience with a stay in one of the well-outfitted cabins or a more rustic accommodation at one of Grayton’s cozy campgrounds. At nearly 2,000 acres, Grayton Beach State Park is more than a backdrop for golden sunrises and silver moonlit evenings.

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Patrick Hartsfield
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Manager's Message

The sun is high in the sky and the Gulf of Mexico's clear emerald green water is calling, what a great time to enjoy a walk along the sugar white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Grayton Beach is the ideal place to bring your family and experience "The Real Florida."
Two kayaks, each with an adult and a child, paddle on the coastal dune lake.
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Paddle Western Lake

Explore the backwaters of Western Lake, a 100-acre coastal dune lake surrounded by the natural areas of the state park. Coastal Dune Lakes occur in only a few places around the world, so exploring this rare geological phenomenon is a treat.
Two girls in bathing suits meander along shaded path under twisted scrub oaks.
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Hiking and Biking Trails at Grayton Beach

Choose the path that suits your leisure. Venture through twisted scrub oaks, secluded forests, and witness breathtaking views of a rare coastal dune lake.

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Birding
Birding
Boating
Boating
Camping
Camping
Fishing
Fishing
Hiking
Hiking
Paddling
Paddling
Swimming
Swimming
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Beach
Beach
Boat Ramp
Boat Ramp
Cabins
Cabins
Campfire Circles
Campfire Circles
Campgrounds
Campgrounds
Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
RV
RV

Grayton Beach State Park Photo Gallery

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Family enjoying the beach
Kids enjoying a picnic at a campsite table
Kids with fishing gear standing on the boardwalk
View from a canoe
Sunset view at Grayton Beach
Kids Playing in the Surf
Grayton Beach Kayakers
Grayton Beach
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Beaches at Grayton Beach

There's more to the beaches than just the sun and waves at Grayton Beach State Park.
A dune lake at Grayton Beach.
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Coastal Dune Lakes at Grayton Beach

The dune lakes at Grayton Beach State Park are a rare and wonderful sight.

Upcoming Events

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Wildlife Of Grayton Beach

Wed, Mar 27, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Join Park Ranger Aaron Allen as he provides information on the many species that call Grayton Beach State Park home. Learn why how the park works to preserve the fragile habitat for these species.
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People Make the Parks

Chris, a Florida Park Ranger on a boardwalk, overlooking the ocean.

Staff Spotlight

A true Florida native, Chris Horkman is right at home as a park ranger at the coastal Grayton Beach. His passion for the park brings a genuine sense of pride and care in all the work that he does.
Marney Cossitt, smiling at the camera.

Volunteer Spotlight

Coming from the mountains to beaches, Marney Cossitt loves the beauty of Florida and especially Grayton Beach State Park.
Friends of Grayton Beach State Park and Deer Lake State Parks

Friends of Grayton Beach State Park and Deer Lake State Parks

Friends Groups meet the critical needs of individual parks and the system of state parks. They share one thing in common – passion for parks.

This Park is Recognized by:

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Great Florida Birding Trail

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