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Beaches of South Walton
offers 145 holes of championship golf all concentrated along the
12-mile stretch of the Gulf of Mexico, 49 tennis courts open to the
public, 10 mile bike and hiking trail, 2 state park camping grounds,
fresh and salt water fishing, and all year long beach and water
activities.
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Biking / Hiking |
Eastern Lake Bike / Hike Trail
Santa Rosa Beach - 850-231-5800. A ten-mile loop in the Point Washington
State Forest winds through a variety of natural vegetation and wildlife
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Point Washington State Forest
This 15,000-acre forest is home to more than ten miles of trails to
challenge bicyclists, hikers and nature lovers. One of the most popular
is the route from Eastern Lake to Cassine Garden, where visitors may
spot an endangered red-cockaded woodpecker or a gopher tortoise, a
species of special concern to environmentalists. |
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Bamboo Beach and Bicycle Company, 850-231-0770, Rosemary Beach, FL |
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Butterfly
Bike and Beach Rentals, 850-231-2826, 3657 E County Hwy 30a, Seagrove Beach, FL |
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Camping |
Grayton Beach State Recreation Area - Park Info and Online Camping Reservations
Hailed as the "Best Beach in the U.S.," Grayton features pristine landscapes,
camping, self-guided nature trails and picnic areas. A boat ramp is located on
Western Lake. You'll find this park off Scenic Highway 30-A.
Beaches, Boating, Boat Ramp, Cabins, Full Camping,
Campfire Circle, Canoeing, Fishing, Nature Trail, Picnicking, Showers, and
Swimming. |
Topsail Hill State Preserve - Park Info and Online Camping Reservations
Identified as the most pristine piece of coastal property in the state of
Florida, this undeveloped area features 1,600 acres of stunning Gulf-front pine
forests, nature trails over mountainous sand dunes and two freshwater coastal
dune lakes. Admission is free.
Beaches, Bicycling, Full Camping, Cabins, Fishing, Nature
Trails, Picnicking, Scuba, and Swimming. |
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Golf |
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From the Beaches of South Walton, you are
only 20 to 30 minuets away from quality golf courses and golf clubs in
Destin, Sandestin and Bluewater Bay in Niceville!
Regatta
Bay Golf Course
- Book on line 24 hours a day.
Regatta Bay Golf Course NW Florida's #1 Ranked Course. This
unforgettable, 18-hole championship course, designed by Robert C. Walker,
former lead architect for Arnold Palmer, challenges golfers of all skill
levels. Designed to be as challenging to the professional as it is fun to
the novice, this par 72 course amenities include; Clubhouse, gps on golf
carts, golf shop, and award-winning Rutherfords 465 Restaurant.
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850-337-8080 |
Email | 465 Regatta Bay Blvd, Destin, FL
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Book Tee Time Online
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Rutherfords 465 - Fine Dining |
The 16,000 square foot, multi-level club
house has a full-service restaurant, an underground golf cart storage
area, extensive exterior dining decks, and other upscale clubhouse
features.
Merging colonial tropical design elements
with mahogany millwork floors and textural finishes, hues of ivory,
slate green and terra cotta set the tone and perfectly compliment all
the amenities found at Regatta Bay.
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Bluewater
Bay Golf Club
| Rentals/Rates | Golf Packages
| Specials | Golf Courses |
| Coupon | Restaurant
| Map | Email
| 800-874-2128 |
| 850-897-3613 | 1950 Bluewater Blvd, Niceville |Golf--Northwest Florida's top rated golf.
36 holes of championship golf designed by world renowned architects Tom
Fazio and Jerry Pate. Located on the beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay, just
minutes from Destin's famous white sand beaches. Bluewater Bay’s on-course
experiences are complemented with a fully-stocked Pro Shop with a staff of
professionals ready to improve your swing or your entire game. Amenities include
putting greens, driving range, club rentals, and restaurant. Accommodation
packages, golf packages and printable golf coupon available online.
Semi-private, 6803 yards, 36 holes par 73.1. slope 130.
The reviews are in ...
Bluewater Bay Golf Resort has been recognized by virtually every major
golf magazine for our superior offerings!
"Northwest Florida's Top-Rated
Golf" -- Golfweek
"A Must Play"
-- Golf
Magazine
"Four Stars"
-- Golf
Digest's Places To Play 2000
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Indian Bayou Golf Club
Golf packages available! Indian Bayou Golf Club is located in the heart of
beautiful Destin, Florida. Our semi-private course offers 27 challenging holes
suited to all skill levels—perfect as your home course or for your Florida golf
vacation getaway. Indian Bayou offers three nine-hole courses
with wide, forgiving fairways with beautiful lush, undulating greens, majestic
pines and sparkling lakes and water features.
| 850.837.6191 | Email:
Email |
1 Country Club Drive East, Destin, FL |
Semi-private, 3500 yards 9 holes, 6958 18 holes par 73.1, slope 129. Driving
range, putting greens, club rentals and restaurant.
Our Club House, with
its expansive views of the beautifully manicured courses, offers a full-service
pro shop, restaurant, lounge and both men’s and women’s locker rooms.
The Pro Shop
carries a full complement of men’s and ladies’ golf apparel, Footjoy golf shoes,
gloves, clubs, balls…everything you need for your game.
The
Restaurant and Lounge are
open every day. The full-service lounge opens daily at 8:00 a.m. and serves an
assortment of beverages and light fare until 6:00 p.m. The restaurant offers a
lunch menu daily from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
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Camp Creek Golf Club - private, 850-231-2019, Seacrest |
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Sandestin
Golf and Beach Resort,
800-277-0800 | 9600 Hwy 98 West, Destin, FL |
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Santa Rosa, 850-267-2229, Santa Rosa Beach, FL |
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State Parks |
Deer Lake State Park
Located just east of Seagrove Beach off Scenic Highway 30-A, the south side of
the park offers 172 acres of pristine beach and lake areas. North of Scenic
Highway 30-A, you'll find 1,700 acres of hiking trails meandering through
unspoiled native vegetation. Discover one
of the most beautiful beaches in Northwest Florida! Facilities are limited at
Deer Lake State Park. The pristine beach and beautiful coastal dune lake are
worth the walk! Enjoy the tranquility of Deer Lake State Park!
Beaches, Fishing, Nature Trails, Picnicking, Swimming, and
Wildlife Viewing |
Eastern Lake Bike / Hike Trail
Santa Rosa Beach - 850-231-5800. A ten-mile loop in the Point Washington
State Forest winds through a variety of natural vegetation and wildlife
habitat.
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Eden State Gardens
Tucked away in historic Point Washington on the shore of Tucker Bayou is a
beautiful turn-of-the-century mansion surrounded by azaleas, camellias and
towering Spanish moss draped live oaks, some dating back more than 600 years.
Eden State Gardens is also home to ArtsQuest, an award-winning fine arts
festival held in May. Guided mansion tours are offered Thursday through Monday.
Look for Eden State Gardens one mile north of US 98 on County Rd. 395.
Fishing, Picnicking, and Visitor Center |
Grayton Beach State Recreation Area - Park Info and Online Camping Reservations
Hailed as the "Best Beach in the U.S.," Grayton features pristine landscapes,
camping, self-guided nature trails and picnic areas. A boat ramp is located on
Western Lake. You'll find this park off Scenic Highway 30-A.
Beaches, Boating, Boat Ramp, Cabins, Full Camping,
Campfire Circle, Canoeing, Fishing, Nature Trail, Picnicking, Showers, and
Swimming |
Point Washington State Forest
This 15,000-acre forest is home to more than ten miles of trails to challenge
bicyclists, hikers and nature lovers. One of the most popular is the route from
Eastern Lake to Cassine Garden, where visitors may spot an endangered
red-cockaded woodpecker or a gopher tortoise, a species of special concern to
environmentalists. |
Topsail Hill State Preserve - Park Info and Online Camping Reservations
Identified as the most pristine piece of coastal property in the state of
Florida, this undeveloped area features 1,600 acres of stunning Gulf-front pine
forests, nature trails over mountainous sand dunes and two freshwater coastal
dune lakes. Admission is free.
Beaches, Bicycling, Full Camping, Cabins, Fishing, Nature
Trails, Picnicking, Scuba, and Swimming |
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Tennis |
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Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club, 850-267-2305, Santa Rosa Beach,
FL |
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Tops'l Beach & Racquet Resort, 888-
867-7535, Sandestin, FL |
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Rosemary Beach Racquet Club, 850-278-2061, Rosemary Beach, FL |
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Water Activities |
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Big Daddy's Bikes & Beach Sport, 850-622-1165, Blue Mountain Beach,
FL |
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Elrods Fish Camp, 850-267-2318, Santa Rosa Beach,
FL |
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Locals Landing, 850-622-0281, Santa Rosa Beach,
FL |
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Choctawhatchee River Tours, 850-835-2541, Sandestin,
FL |
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Marsh Hen River Tour, 850-267-6940, Sandestin,
FL |
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