Activities at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
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BeachesSwim, 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 Mexico lapping on the shore. A tram running every 2 hours starting at 9 AM will take you to the beach or if you choose you can walk or bike a half-mile along the path to the beach. |
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BicyclingCome and enjoy a beautiful ride along our half-mile stretch of paved road that leads to the beach. Riders may conveniently access the newly paved county path along Hwy 30A into the park. Please remember state law requires riders under the age of 16 must wear a properly fitted bike helmet. |
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Cabins/LodgingBungalows are located within Gregory E. Moore RV campgrounds near the tram stop and are available for weekly or monthly rental. Each bungalow is fully furnished and equipped with all appliances, cable TV, and linens. Our one-bedroom bungalows have additional sleeping of a fold out couch. Each bungalow has a carport, full kitchen, bathroom, living room and utility room.
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ConcessionsTopsail Hill Preserve State Park has a small concession located in the park office for campers and visitors. The small store has basic recreation and camping items for your convenience. |
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FacilitiesLocated in our day-use area parking lot off of Hwy. 30A, there is a tram station along with picnic tables and ADA restrooms. Our campground has two large ADA bath houses and a laundry facility. There is an ADA restroom near our beach boardwalk at the end of the tram road. The park has an internet connection located on the clubhouse porch across from the park office. |
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Fishing
Try your luck on our excellent fishing spots. Enjoy fish water fishing on one of our coastal dune lakes. These lakes 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. License is required for fresh and saltwater fishing. |
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Full Facility CampingThe Gregory E Moore RV Resort has 156 sites with water, 30 or 50 amp electric, cable, sewer, (non-heated) swimming pool, laundry and shuffleboard courts. Bathhouses are heated and cooled. Big rigs welcome.
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Guided ToursTopsail Hill offers ranger programs on Saturdays for all visitors to enjoy. Please see our Ranger Program section. |
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Nature TrailsExplore our Morris Lake Nature Trail as it meanders 2.5 miles through ancient dunes and scrub communities. Along this trail you can see old remnants of iron tracks can be seen from the first WWII missile development program in the U.S. Hikers can also enjoy miles of abandoned jeep trails within the park. Along Campbell Lake Nature Trail, enthusiasts may discover a diverse array of plants and animals covering an area of over 5 miles. |
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PavilionThe beach located off of Hwy 98 has a small picnic pavilion for visitors to enjoy. |
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PetsPets are allowed at Topsail Hill and must be well behaved and on a six-foot leash at all times. |
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Picnic AreasEnjoy a picnic under our picnic pavilions located at the end of Topsail Road and near the beach boardwalk. |
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RV CampingTopsail Hill Preserve State Park has excellent RV camping for visitors to enjoy. There are 156 sites with full hook-ups, including sewer, electric, cable, and water.
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ShowersThere are outdoor showers for rinsing off after a day at the beach near the beach bathhouse at the end of the tram path. |
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SwimmingSwim in the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico anywhere along 3.2 miles of quiet, white quartz sand beaches. Lifeguards are not available. |
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Visitor CenterCome to our visitor center located at the main office in the campground off of Hwy 30A and receive information on the park and local attractions. |
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Wildlife ViewingTopsail Hill Preserve State Park has excellent trails, beaches, and lakes to view wildlife, including birds, reptiles, and mammals. Topsail Hill Preserve is part of the Great Florida Birding Trail |
