Discover Top Destin Beach Accesses: Ultimate Guide to Destin, FL Beaches & Parks

by Grace T. Whistport

Welcome to our comprehensive guide to the best beach accesses in Destin, Florida, where you'll find all the information you need to plan your perfect beach day in this stunning coastal paradise. From the crystal-clear waters of Norriego Point to the family-friendly amenities at James Lee Park, we've compiled a complete list of beach access points, parking details, and nearby attractions to make your Destin experience unforgettable. Dive into our guide and discover why Destin's white sand beaches, emerald green waters, and incredible parks attract visitors from around the world. Don't miss out on the ultimate beach adventure in the heart of Florida's Emerald Coast!

Aerial view of the pristine white sands and emerald waters at a Destin, Florida beach access point

  1. Barracuda Street Beach Access
  2. Calhoun Beach Access
  3. Crystal Beach Drive Access
  4. Henderson Beach State Park
  5. James Lee Park
  6. June White Decker Public Beach Park
  7. Norriego Point
  8. O'steen Public Beach Access
  9. Pompano Joes
  10. Pompano Street Beach Access
  11. Shirah Street Beach Access
  12. Silver Shells
  13. Tarpon Street Beach Access
  14. The Shores at Crystal Beach


Barracuda Street Beach Access

Just East of Crystal Beach Drive, this access offers no public restrooms and limited parking. If you are staying in the Crystal Beach area, this is also a good access to walk to.

Barracuda & Hwy 98 (Crystal Beach) Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Daily, Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free

 


Calhoun Beach Access

The Calhoun Beach Access is located near the famous restaurant the Back Porch! This area provides ample parking and public restrooms, outdoor showers and water fountains.

Scenic 98 Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Daily, Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


Crystal Beach Drive Access

Another smaller access in the Crystal Beach area is the Crystal Beach Drive Access. About a quarter-mile east of The Shores, this access has a small parking area and is usually a little more private.

Crystal Beach Drive & Hwy 98 (Crystal Beach) Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Daily, Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


Henderson Beach State Park

Henderson Beach State Park provides a parking area, picnic tables, playground, boardwalk, nature trail, a pavilion, campgrounds, and ADA accessible plus beach wheelchair availability.

17000 Emerald Coast Parkway Destin, FL 3254

Hours: 8 am until Sundown

Cost: $6 per vehicle, max. 8 people per vehicle. $4 for Single Occupant Vehicle. $2 for Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.


Family enjoying a sunny day at a Destin beach park with picnic tables and playground

James Lee Park

James Lee Park features 166 parking spaces, picnic area, playground, public restrooms and showers.

3510 Scenic Hwy 98 Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


June White Decker Public Beach Park

June White Decker Public access is located adjacent to Calhoun access. The park has public restrooms and bike racks.

1950 Scenic Hwy 98 Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


Norriego Point

Norriego Point is a famous area in Destin, Florida that sits between the Destin Harbor and the East pass access to the Gulf of Mexico. Tourists and locals can access the beach from Norriego Point at:

Gulf Shore Drive Destin, Fl 32541

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


O'steen Public Beach Access

Osteen public beach access is located along Gulf Shore drive as well. Osteen sits closer to the condo complexes and is a great place for those with a lot of beach gear looking to spend all-day on the white sand!

Gulf Shore Drive Destin, Fl 32541

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


Pompano Joes

Located in Miramar Beach, just outside the East end of Destin, this public beach access sits next to Pompano Joes Seafood restaurant. This area offers a good amount of public parking, public restrooms, outdoor showers and water fountains.

2375 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach, Florida 32550

Hours; Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


Pompano Street Beach Access

Located in Crystal Beach, East of the Barracuda Street Access with limited parking.

Pompano Street & Hwy 98 (Crystal Beach) Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


Shirah Street Beach Access

The Shirah Street Access is also known as the Crystal Beach access. This area is popular for anyone staying toward the East end of Destin, especially those staying in Crystal Beach

Shirah Street & HWY 98 Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Dusk to Dawn

Cost: Free


Silver Shells

Silver Shells beach access sits adjacent to June White Decker. These 3 sit rather close to each other but provide plenty of public access.

7th Street & Scenic 98 Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free


Tarpon Street Beach Access

One block East of Tarpon Street. Limited parking but less crowds.

Tarpon Street & Hwy 98 Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Dusk to Dawn

Cost: Free


The Shores at Crystal Beach

The Shores at Crystal Beach Access offers a parking area, pavilion, picnic tables, public restrooms, showers.

2966 Scenic Highway 98 Destin, FL 32541

Hours: Daily, Dawn to Dusk

Cost: Free

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