Set your sights on Gulf waters.
Here’s what to do in this playground along Florida’sEmerald Coast.
Walk or bike the path adjacent to Highway 98, or enjoy the scenery from wildlife observation areas.
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The park is a stop on the local trolley route.
Pack a picnic or wander over toThe Crab Traprestaurant for salads and seafood.
Bonus: TheDestin Water Taxistops here, so you might leave your vehicle behind.
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Cruises and Tours
Want to watch marine life instead?
Book a dolphin or sunset cruise on the 80-footSouthern Staror an educational tour onBoogies Watersports’glass-bottom boat.
Meanwhile, the top-rankedRegatta Bay Golf & Yacht Clubis nestled between nature preserves and the Choctawhatchee Bay.
Sandcastle Lessons
Make memories with an activity the whole family can enjoy.
Beach Bonfires
Sunset doesnt mean your beach day has to end.
Watch the sun dip next to a relaxingbeach bonfire, set up by local pros.
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Theyll even provide tiki torches, beach games, and marshmallows for smores.
(you could alsorent paddleboardsright from Lulu’s waterfrontso plan on staying all day.)
For grabbing and going, there’s no better stop thanThe Local Marketfor sandwiches and local beers.
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Many more optionscan be found here.
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