Experiences
Bicycling
Enjoy a beautiful ride along a paved trail that leads to the beach or to Campbell Lake. Bike rentals are available at the park store everyday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. outside the administration building.
- State law requires riders under the age of 16 wear a properly fitted bike helmet.
- Bicycle rentals can be reserved with Topsail Outfitters.
Birding
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park has more than 15 miles of trails for viewing a variety of birds both inland and along the shore. Visitors can see red shouldered hawks, Eastern bluebirds, red cardinals and ospreys as well as threatened snowy plovers and piping plovers.
- Topsail Hill Preserve is part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail.
Camping
The park's campground has 156 RV sites with water, 30- or 50-amp electric, sewer, laundry facilities and shuffleboard courts. Bathrooms with showers are heated and cooled. Big rigs are welcome.
- Pets are welcome at the RV sites. Check the Pet Policy for more details.
- Twenty-two tent sites include an elevated tent pad, a fire ring, and water and electric hookups.
- A restroom with showers is located in the tent camping area.
- The park also has 32 cabins/bungalows available for rent.
- Maximum RV length = 45 feet. Please note that not all RV sites are able to handle this length. Double-check the site length during the reservation process.
- For reservations, visit the reservations website or call 800-326-3521 or TDD 888-433-0287.
- Campers can bike, walk or take a tram ride to the beach. There is a Wi-Fi hotspot outside the park store.
- Topsail Outfitters Luxury Camping (glamping) sites are available year-round.
Camping
Glamping
Topsail Outfitters is a premier luxury glamping company based in beautiful Santa Rosa Beach, offering an elevated outdoor experience at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. Our glamping accommodations provide the perfect blend of old-fashioned camping charm with modern luxury, allowing guests to immerse themselves in nature without sacrificing comfort.
With fully furnished tents, cozy beds and thoughtful amenities, Topsail Outfitters gives visitors the opportunity to experience Real Florida—from breathtaking coastal dune lakes to serene beaches—all while enjoying the comforts of home.
- Book your ultimate outdoor escape today!" Visit Topsail Outfitters for reservations and more information.
Fishing
Try your luck at our excellent fishing spots. Enjoy freshwater fishing at one of our coastal dune lakes, which are full of many types of freshwater fish including bass, pan fish and freshwater catfish.
The 3.2-mile stretch of secluded beach is excellent for saltwater fishing. Catch a pompano, red fish, Spanish or king mackerel.
- A fishing license may be required for fresh and saltwater fishing.
Geo-Seeking
Geocaching is an outdoor game using hand-held global positioning systems (GPS) devices. It's effectively an inexpensive, interactive, high-tech treasure hunt that's a great way to learn geography. Participants use location coordinates to find caches. Some caches are easy to find; others are more difficult. The biggest reward is the thrill of the search and the discovery of a place where you have never been. Geocaching should have minimal impact to the environment and conscientious land-use ethics should be followed. The park has a special 13-waypoint geocache program and you can pick up the coordinates at the ranger station.
Hiking
There are over 15 miles of marked hiking trails within the park.
- The Beach Tram trail and the Campbell Lake Bike trail are both paved, making them perfect for a beautiful bike ride among the longleaf pine trees.
- The No Name Lake trail leads to the smallest of the coastal dune lakes in the park.
- The Turpentine trail allows you to witness remnants of the turpentining industry from the late 1800s and early 1900s. On the Gopher Tortoise trail you will see saw palmettos and longleaf pine trees where the gopher tortoises roam.
- Along the Deer Track trail you will see Campbell Lake, a rare coastal dune lake, as well as carnivorous plants. The Old Growth trail reaches the far western portions of the park.
- Morris Lake trail meanders through ancient dunes and scrub communities. Along this trail you can see remnants of the JB-2 rocket development program during World War II.
To access all trails, enter the park at 7525 W. County Highway 30, Santa Rosa Beach. All trail heads start at the day use parking lot and split off as you walk farther into the park. Make sure to pick up a trail map at the ranger station.
Please be safe and take a cellphone, hat, sunscreen, bug spray and plenty of water with you so you can fully enjoy a beautiful walk through the park.
Wildlife Viewing
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park has excellent trails, beaches and lakes for viewing wildlife, including birds, reptiles and mammals.
- Topsail Hill Preserve is part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail.
Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is committed to providing a variety of amenities accessible to all visitors.
These amenities include:
- Trams to the beach.
- Elevated boardwalks to the beach.
- Beach wheelchairs are available for free. Inquire at the ranger station.
- Several campsites with concrete pad, picnic table and nearby restrooms.
- Bungalows and cabins.
- Clubhouse, available for rent. Please contact the campground store for rental details.
Service animals are welcome in all areas of Florida State Parks.
Beach
Swim, sun, beachcomb for sea beans and watch shorebirds along 3.2 miles of quiet, white quartz sand beaches with the emerald waters of the Gulf of America lapping on the shore.
A tram shuttles visitors to the beach from the day-use parking area. Visitors may also walk or ride their bikes down to the beach on the shared use trail.
Two all-terrain beach wheelchairs are available to provide access to beach areas. Please check at the ranger station for more information.
No alcohol, glass, fires or animals are allowed on the beach.
Beach chair setups are available through Topsail Outfitters by calling 850-660-2028 or by reserving online at Topsail Outfitters Beach Rentals.
Visitors to coastal parks are reminded to pay close attention to the Warning Flag Signs posted at welcome stations and on the beaches. These flags indicate the swimming conditions at the beach:
- Double red flags mean absolutely no swimming because of high winds and undertow currents
- Red flag means high surf or strong currents
- Yellow flag means swim with caution and stay close to shore
- Green flag means that the waters are safe
- Purple flag means that marine pests are present.
Cabins
- There are 16 unique one-bedroom bungalows that accommodate up to four people. There is a queen-size bed in the bedroom for two people as well as a sleeper sofa in the living area for an additional two people. Each unique bungalow is fully furnished and equipped with all appliances and initial set of linens. Each bungalow has a carport, kitchen, bathroom, dining area and living room.
- There are 16 cabins accommodating up to six people with two bedrooms and two baths, kitchen and a living/dining area. One bedroom has a queen-size bed, one bedroom has two twin beds. There is a queen-size pull-out sofa in the living area. Cabin amenities include a screened porch, picnic table and grill. The initial set of linens is provided.
- Phones are not provided. A Wi-Fi hotspot is located around the campground store/café.
- For reservations, visit the Florida State Parks reservations website or call 800-326-3521 or TDD 888-433-0287.
- Pets are not permitted in cabins or bungalows.
- Cabin reservations require a two-night minimum stay.
Bungalow Rental (four people maximum)
- Aug. 1 to Jan. 31: $100 per night plus tax, plus a nonrefundable $6.70 reservation fee.
- Feb. 1 to July 31: $120 per night plus tax, plus a nonrefundable $6.70 reservation fee.
Cabin Rental (six people maximum)
- Aug. 1 to Jan. 31: $130 per night plus tax, plus a nonrefundable $6.70 reservation fee.
- Feb. 1 to July 31: $145 per night plus tax, plus a nonrefundable $6.70 reservation fee.
Canoe Kayak Launch
Located at Campbell Lake. Personal watercraft (canoes, kayaks and paddleboards as well as accessories - personal flotation devices, paddles, etc.) cannot be used in the park because of the possibility of introducing non-native plants into the dune lake.
Contact the campground store at 850-660-2028 for watercraft rentals.
Concession and Restaurant
Topsail Outfitters is the official concessionaire of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, offering a variety of services to make your visit even more enjoyable!
Camp Store
The Topsail Outfitters Camp Store is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, providing visitors with essential supplies and unique park souvenirs. Stop by for t-shirts, park souvenirs, beach gear, camping gear, snacks, ice cream and drinks. They also offer rentals for bicycles, kayaks, paddleboards, beach chairs and umbrellas.
Coastal Coffee & Café
Kickstart your park adventure with a fresh, locally sourced brew at Coastal Coffee & Café! Open 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. daily, they welcome both park visitors and locals to enjoy freshly brewed coffee, tea, smoothies, specialty drinks, sandwiches, pastries and more.
Luxury Glamping
For those looking to experience the Real Florida without sacrificing comfort, Topsail Outfitters’ glamping sites offer the perfect blend of nature and luxury. Enjoy fully furnished tents with cozy beds, stylish décor and modern amenities—bringing you the best of both worlds.
Book your glamping getaway today! Visit Topsail Outfitters for reservations and more information.
Make the most of your visit to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park with Topsail Outfitters—where adventure meets comfort!
Pets
Pets must be well-behaved and on a six-foot leash at all times. Pets on a six-foot or smaller leash may enjoy any of the 15 miles of hiking trails within the park.
- Pets are not allowed in cabins/bungalows.
- Pets are also not allowed on the beach, tram or boardwalks or in buildings, the dunes or lakes/ponds.
Water Fountain
Staying hydrated on your outdoor adventures is important. Just bring a refillable water bottle to replenish your drinking water at the park. This will reduce single-use plastics in landfills and reduce the litter sometimes found along trails, at campsites, on beaches and in Florida’s waterways.
- At Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, you’ll find a refillable water bottle station at the beach restroom.
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