I enjoyed my time at Inlet beach during my vacation. Knowing it was a public beach, I wasn't…read moreexpecting much. I was pleasantly surprised that the beach is fairly empty in the mornings. Most of the beach is kept clean. Lifeguards are always on duty, patrolling the beaches. I don't understand the unpleasant reviews on this beach because it's not dog friendly. There are plenty of other beaches in the area that allow dogs.

For a public beach, this place is great. White sugar sand, free parking, a nice shower house, and…read moreyou can rent chairs and umbrellas right as you get on the beach. The water was crystal clear and calm today. Watch the flags for warnings. Inlet beach was easier to get to and nicer than the beach at our condo. I wish we would have found it a little earlier in our trip.

Went on a fog filled morning but it was so much fun to walk down the pier and here the…read moreconversations about fishing

The old adage "you've seen one, you've seen them all" may apply to a lot of things, even a…read morecity/fishing pier. However, as per the Russell-Fields City Pier website states, "At over 1,500 ft., the City pier is one of the longest piers on the Gulf and offers fantastic fishing opportunities and breathtaking views of open skies, white sandy beaches, sunrises and sunsets. Gaze over the side of the pier and you will often see amazing marine life including fish, sea turtles, stingrays, dolphins, manatees, and pelicans. Whether you are looking for a great place to fish, spectate, or to take a stroll, don't miss a visit to the Russell-Fields City Pier!" I am not a fisherman by any means, and there were a lot of people fishing here. However, the 1,500 foot pier did look inviting, especially as it transitioned from clear to green to blue water. It's nice that the pier offers a $4.00 all day spectator pass whereby you can get a bracelet and come and go as you please; all day. It is a great spot to fish, people watch, look for marine life or simply watch everyone on the beach or in the water. We didn't stay too long as it was very hot, but the Gulf provided a nice breeze and it was a worthwhile visit.

Destin, Florida is a city in NW Florida located in the Panhandle. They have gained notoriety as the…read morebeaches are magical with Emerald Waters and Powdery White Sand. Interesting fact, the sand is that way from granite deposits that flow from North GA and beyond all the way down into the Gulf as silt. Because of the beaches, the area attracts more and more tourist every year and IMO is getting more luxurious as the years go by. I've noticed better restaurants, more aesthetically pleasing looking buildings and just a more upscale feel with each visit. I'm writing this here because I noticed many of the beaches along the 6 mile coast are PRIVATE. I'm not sure which beach to actually post this review but I find that simply horrible, ridiculous, backwards and restrictive! Who adds gates with Codes to a beach?!?! I can understand a handful of properties and major resorts but to secure majority of the coastline with Controlled Access? In my particular visit I stayed at a resort and had the codes for entry/exit but found many people having difficulty simply getting to the beach! I don't think they knew the beaches would have controlled Access! Even to exit, you need a code! That's shameful! It was frustrating to see people struggle with umbrellas/coolers and chairs only to have to find the Public Beach and have to walk back to their car. May I add the city also doesn't have any form of boardwalk to enjoy a long walk down the coast or some form of transportation to maneuver the public/private beaches! You're basically on your own! I'm curious Who/When/How that got approved because that's definitely some backwards N. Florida, My Property, ME, ME, ME planning! I'm not a resident but I believe some things on this planet are public and Imo a beach is one of them! Plus their has to be better ways to protect and maintain these beaches than blocking them off from the general public. Any who, for anybody planning a Trip to Destin, Please do your homework! Visit the website below which has hyperlinks for all the beaches which explains access points/fees/sizes of the beach and more details. I'll also attach a picture which shows a few of the main Public Beaches. It does appear the largest beach is Henderson Beach with1.22 miles of shoreline. Seems like the general "Dump the masses" area. The others are significantly smaller! smh. Any who I hope this helps! One Last detail, We had many umbrellas and chairs however this was literally the 1st beach that didn't have Umbrellas for sale on the beach. It's just very restrictive down there and is worthy of a review! https://www.cityofdestin.com/281/Beach-Information

Great beach there's a restaurant at the park The Crab Trap. Very expensive one drink was $19, the…read morebeach is very nice has very fine soft white sand great place for kids the water is calm 50 yards of shore still waste deep. There is also a restroom and cloth changing station.

Loved this beach! Really quiet, clean, and tucked away. I…read moreliked the fact that it was near a law enforcement building with decent restaurants.

I do like the park and great beach access, small parking lot. I always think the women's bathroom…read moreis disgusting and has no indoor showers. Many of us like to shower and change. The outdoor showers are not good for shampooing your hair and having privacy. Redo the bath area. The beach is beautiful.

What a nice little state park. Looks like a fairly recently constructed building for restrooms…read moreadjacent to a nice parking area. Note there is a $3 entry fee, on the honor system. Follow the path, to a long boardwalk over some beautiful beach dunes down to the beach. Along the way you can catch a view of the Dune Lake. The beach which you access from the park is beautiful, not many folks on it and so you can imagine the beaches as they probably were before development. A quiet and peaceful repose, certainly worth checking out.

What a beautiful, almost secret find! An easy turn off 30a reveals an ample parking lot with…read morerestroom facilities and water fountains. There is a ramp that traverses over the Florida scrub and leads to the pristine beach. If you look to your right when you are near the Gulf, you will see the dune lake. It is all so quiet and beautiful. We were here in the off season, it's possible it is crowded in the busy season, but check it out anyway, you will be glad you did.

Grayton Beach is the perfect blend of natural beauty and laid-back charm. The sand is soft and…read morewhite, the water is that stunning emerald green Florida is famous for, and the whole place has a wonderfully relaxed, old-Florida feel. There's a great mix of people--families, couples, and solo beachgoers all enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. We loved the beach access, the clean facilities, and how easy it was to find a spot to spread out and enjoy the sun.

awesome beach. they have a trolly that comes to the parking lot to take you to the beach access…read morewhich is really nice. large beach and very family friendly people. not a party type beach and more for relaxing.

This location is gorgeous! The beach sand is white and soft and the water is clear down to your…read moretoes. Busy weekends get crowded, but to be expected for this vacation destination.

Great place to have a vacation close to the beach. Nice pool very nice rooms. Great room service,…read morefriendly people great beaches, nice, white sand.

Did you know located adjacent to Pompano Joe's restaurant there's an easier way for wheelchair…read morebound individuals to gain access to the beach shoreline? Well I didn't either. Courtesy of generous donations, there's a wheelchair with GIGANTIC AIR-FILLED WHEELS to make navigating the sand much easier. This is a godsend for those wheelchair bound individuals and their families. The chair helps riding across the sand more effortless. You never knew you needed this until you did. Thank you Mr. Dylan we appreciate you!!!! This is a white sand beach and it is truly beautiful for the eyes to see. Standing on the shoreline you can see the difference in colors of the water, which is due to the sand. Also funny to note, the sand IN THE WATER has various levels, on minute the water is at your knees and the next it's at your ankles. The waves are steady and often times fierce in strength. Glad to see that the powers that be post various flags to advise of the current strength, the presence of wildlife in the water and an indication/warning of heat advisories that may be present. Love the showers that are located at the top of the ramp, great for pre or post showers for body temperature acclimation and or cleansing from sand. Clean restrooms at the top of the ramp are available for your use prior to, during, or after swimming. This is PHENOMENAL having them in place, it's always when you need them they're hard to find. Having young kids in-tow, I PERSONALLY welcome CLEAN BATHROOMS. Ohhhh and I also love that there are trash receptacles at the base and the top of the ramp. Discard those empty containers, broken umbrellas and unwanted food items if you please. This beach is super clean and it's great to see everyone is chipping in to keep it that way. My advise if you're coming to be a temporary beach-bum: bring your chairs, ice coolers filled with ice-cold water, tent/umbrella, a big hat, towels and an attitude ready for fun. This is an awesome way to cool off, let the kiddies burn energy and make some memories at the same time. Happy to have been here; I will return to make more memories!!!

Destin, Florida is a city in NW Florida located in the Panhandle. They have gained notoriety as the…read morebeaches are magical with Emerald Waters and Powdery White Sand. Interesting fact, the sand is that way from granite deposits that flow from North GA and beyond all the way down into the Gulf as silt. Because of the beaches, the area attracts more and more tourist every year and IMO is getting more luxurious as the years go by. I've noticed better restaurants, more aesthetically pleasing looking buildings and just a more upscale feel with each visit. I'm writing this here because I noticed many of the beaches along the 6 mile coast are PRIVATE. I'm not sure which beach to actually post this review but I find that simply horrible, ridiculous, backwards and restrictive! Who adds gates with Codes to a beach?!?! I can understand a handful of properties and major resorts but to secure majority of the coastline with Controlled Access? In my particular visit I stayed at a resort and had the codes for entry/exit but found many people having difficulty simply getting to the beach! I don't think they knew the beaches would have controlled Access! Even to exit, you need a code! That's shameful! It was frustrating to see people struggle with umbrellas/coolers and chairs only to have to find the Public Beach and have to walk back to their car. May I add the city also doesn't have any form of boardwalk to enjoy a long walk down the coast or some form of transportation to maneuver the public/private beaches! You're basically on your own! I'm curious Who/When/How that got approved because that's definitely some backwards N. Florida, My Property, ME, ME, ME planning! I'm not a resident but I believe some things on this planet are public and Imo a beach is one of them! Plus their has to be better ways to protect and maintain these beaches than blocking them off from the general public. Any who, for anybody planning a Trip to Destin, Please do your homework! Visit the website below which has hyperlinks for all the beaches which explains access points/fees/sizes of the beach and more details. I'll also attach a picture which shows a few of the main Public Beaches. It does appear the largest beach is Henderson Beach with1.22 miles of shoreline. Seems like the general "Dump the masses" area. The others are significantly smaller! smh. Any who I hope this helps! One Last detail, We had many umbrellas and chairs however this was literally the 1st beach that didn't have Umbrellas for sale on the beach. It's just very restrictive down there and is worthy of a review! https://www.cityofdestin.com/281/Beach-Information