Grayton Beach State Park
Activities at Grayton Beach State Park
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BeachesLay out on our sugar sand beaches or swim in the emerald green water of the Gulf of Mexico and enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Also be sure to enjoy a Grayton Beach sunset. |
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BicyclingBring your bike or your favorite hiking shoes to Grayton Beach and enjoy a four mile off road trail through acres of natural communities, or hop on Walton County’s 10 mile walking, biking path along Scenic Hwy 30-A, which winds along the coastline through our picturesque beachside communities. |
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Boat RampA boat ramp is available on Western Lake. |
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Cabins
Grayton Beach cabins are nestled in the pine woods only minutes away from the Gulf of Mexico and a mile of sugar-white beaches. Cabins accommodate six people. Grayton Beach State Park offers 30, two bedroom, one bath duplex cabins. Each cabin is equipped with a gas fireplace (available November through March), central heating and cooling, kitchen with basic cooking and dining utensils, screened in porch and outdoor grill. Linens, pillows, blankets and towels are provided. Linens are not refreshed daily. In most cabins, the front bedroom has a queen bed and the back bedroom has two twin beds. Two vehicles per cabin are permitted. Grayton Beach State Park also has two ADA cabins.
There is a minimum two nights stay in cabins on weekends and holidays, either Friday and Saturday night, or Saturday and Sunday nights. A single Friday or Saturday night may be reserved only if the following Saturday or Sunday night is already reserved. |
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Camping, Full Facility
Grayton Beach campground has 34 sites and is one of the nicest camping areas along the Gulf Coast. In the older section of the campground, trees and shrubs between the sites let you imagine you are miles from civilization, but with water, electric and a restroom with hot showers, roughing it is never too tough. The new campground loop provides 50 amp electric and onsite sewer. Bring your RV or tent and come enjoy a great camping experience. Pets are welcome in the campground. Rangers provide programs seasonally. |
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Canoeing & KayakingBring your canoe or kayak and explore the backwaters of Western Lake, a 100 acre lake surrounded by the natural areas of the State Park. |
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FishingSaltwater species are caught in the surf, while both fresh and saltwater fish are caught in the lake's brackish water. |
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Hiking/Nature TrailThe Grayton Beach Nature Trail begins near the beach parking area and winds among sand dunes, pine flatwoods and scrub communities. It is interpreted by a self-guiding leaflet available at the ranger station. |
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Interpretive ExhibitGrayton has an Amphitheater adjoining the Campground. Ranger-led interpretive programs are conducted on the lake peninsula during the summer months. See a Ranger for details. |
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PicnickingA large picnic pavilion overlooking the Gulf waters is available. |
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Showers, Day VisitorsPublic showers are provided |
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SwimmingSwimming along the park's one mile of shoreline is very popular for visitors. |
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Wildlife ViewingWildlife viewing is possible at this park |







