Great spot with usually a decently amount of parking if you time it right! I love that there are…read morebathrooms as well. Beautiful beaches as you'd expect in the area!

Very clean! Life guard on duty, bathrooms, rinse off station, down the way from the island is less…read morebusy. Great for kids

We like to park at this park and walk around the downtown area. The park is on the water and it's…read morealways nice to walk around the area. There's a kids play park a historical site, a free library. Free parking.

When visiting the Destin/Fort Walton Beach (FWB) area as a tourist, especially with kids or dogs in…read moretow, it's good to know about wholesome, outdoor-but-non-beach destinations where you will have access to shade, entertainment, restrooms, and provisions. Even better if entrance and parking (2 hours) are free. Fort Walton Landing Park in the "FWB Downtown Marketplace" zone (aka "East Miracle Strip") fits all of those checkboxes. There are grassy knolls, tall trees, cheeky squirrels, many shaded seating areas, and a large playscape structure, plus bay views and a peek of homes and hotels on Okaloosa Island across the water. There is NOT a beach here (the white sandy beaches are on the island; this is the bay/channel side - other reviewers posting gulf beach pics are confused). The two piers / docks and associated boardwalk are unfortunately still out of commission after storms in 2020, but will hopefully be rebuilt soon. Note that dogs must be on leash at all times. The shops across the street include a mixture of apparel, gifts, art, and sports, so you're sure to find a souvenir or three to take home while you explore the area on foot. We especially liked Buccaneer Shop (local flavor), Run with It! (running and pickleball gear), and Coral Reef Shop (tacky t-shirts with Destin & FWB logos). The FWB Farmers Market is held here 8a - 1p on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, year-round. Holiday concerts and fireworks are often held here, as well. Check out social media and the individual vendor websites for current information on other park events. For a map of all FWB municipal parks, see https://www.fwb.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/public_works_amp_utility_services/page/7171/parksrecmap.pdf (zoom in on the green spaces). For a list of all FWB municipal parks, see https://www.fwb.org/parksrec/page/city-parks

We saw the pier while on the beach and decided to go the next day. It's $2 to walk and $8 to fish,…read moreand we really should've realized while in line that it was primarily a fishing spot. People walked by with all their catches and everything. We each paid the $2 to walk anyway, and the entire pier is lined with people fishing! We did go during Memorial Day weekend, so I understand this is a busier time, but wow. It made for a smelly walk. Only the area near the shore had space for taking photos, so we were off the pier in like 10 minutes. Going for the sunset seemed great until actually being there, but we did learn from the signs on the pier that they would have a firework show, which we came back for. The firework show was about 5-ish minutes long, but it was great! They go all out at the end, so there's a lot of fireworks going off.

We were at the boardwalk eating dinner, and my son had never visited the pier, so we decided to go…read more It is two dollars a person if you are a walker and eight dollars if you want to fish. I highly recommend taking a walk. The salty air is super refreshing, and the wind makes it a very pleasant experience. Also, the scenic views are amazing. I have been to the pier several times, and I really enjoyed seeing the different wild life. I have seen jellyfish, herons and even sea turtles. I have never fished there, but I have seen people catch fish. I also have heard the best seasons to catch fish are spring and summer.

I had the pleasure of meeting Joanna she helped me get a…read morebeach chair She is so delightful and so so nice Very accommodating loved her personality Thank you Joanna

BEST BEACH RENTAL COMPANY!!…read more A 5 star does not do this company justice. I am a local wedding planner and found out about them when a Bride that I was working with used them. I only had second hand knowledge of them but figured I would try them out personally. I needed a beach wheelchair for my dad, they made the experience so easy I thought I forgot to confirm them when I booked them like 5 months in advance. I reached out day before to confirm we were still good and we were! We confirmed the meeting time at the beach access. Day of they arrived ON TIME as scheduled and would you believe.. I was not available ( I was taking get ready pictures for my nephews wedding and the Bride & Groom were running about 30 minutes behind)... I apologized and asked if there was a way for him to leave it for me and he said YES! He locked it up and sent the combination to the lock. Ya'll I had not even had a chance to pay him yet! When I say they FAR exceeded my expectations, I mean they FAR exceeded my expectations. I will be using them again! Kind, professional & very accomodating!

My family and I had the best time - we had a few hours to kill on a drive down south. Stopped here…read moreoff a recommendation from friends! The springs are great and enjoyable and the paddling back to the livery is such a fun adventure! We took our kids (ages 10, 9 and 6) everyone had a wonderful time.

Had an amazing time. Rented the kayak and took a 2 hour float through the beautiful scenery. Saw…read moreyellow humming birds, turtles, cranes and lots of fish. Beautiful blue spring.

Sun, sand, shopping and good food. You couldn't ask for a better beach party!…read more The boardwalk at Fort Walton Beach near Okaloosa Island is a fun location that opens out onto the beach. There is a kite shop, a gelato shop, several boutiques and restaurants. The bottom area is shaded with several different seating areas. There is a huge parking lot, but it can be really crowded. We have always been able to find a parking space, but sometimes it has been way in the back. There are handicap parking spaces near the front. The pier is located next door. With the beach, ocean and three sand volleyball courts, in the front, and the pier next door you could make a day of it at The Boardwalk. At night, AJs, one of the restaurants, offers live music. Every Wednesday night at nine pm there is a fireworks show shot from the pier. The Boardwalk also offers other events throughout the year.

We continued our trip west from Destin and ended up here. The water is crystal clear blueish green…read more The sand is pearly white. This beach had more seaweed in it than some of the other beaches near by.

Great beach, bathrooms, and do private events, I recommend coming here if you want to have a…read morerelaxing time with out a 1000 people around you

This has got to be the nastiest stop in all of Destin Florida. The bathrooms are so disgusting I…read morewouldn't take a picture for the sake of my own well being! This is pathetic! The metal toilets, no toilet paper, prissy doo doo smelling garbage. If you ever considered being an entrepreneur here is your chance. You can stand out here selling bleach, Lysol and toilet paper and make a killing!

Perfect spot for a family or couples relaxing vacation! Grounds & facility well maintained. Love…read morethe beach service (2 chairs plus umbrella) included with your stay during most of the year (we were there end of March). The beach is just breathtaking...I grew up going to FL many spring breaks & this is one of the best! The sands was so fine...like sifted cooking flour! We can't wait to return and/or share this great find!

Such a great place , easy check in , very nice workers , great location right on the beach, very…read morequiet and relaxing, pools and grounds were clean! We'll definitely be back!