Best Camping in and near Grayton Beach State Park

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Grayton Beach State Park adventure.

A unique Gulf Coast paradise with clear jewel waters and rare coastal dune lakes.

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Grayton is a beautiful secluded beach front.

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Grayton Beach Campground

55 sites · RVs, Tents In Grayton Beach State Park

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Bay Forest Retreat

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres · Navarre, FL

Explore 11+ acres of rustic and untamed woods. We are two military veteran families who enjoy the land as a place for family and friends to explore, camp, and relax at the 250+ feet of the East Bay beach. Primitive camping is permitted at designated wooded high grounds in the middle of the property. It is a 5 and 10-minute rugged hike in to the middle ground and waterfront, respectively. The trail remains under development, so please bring close-toed shoes or boots for hiking throughout the property (depending on rainfall, there may be mud and water). Our Glamper is a 10x12 canvas furnished tent located a short but rugged 2-minute hike from parking. It provides the opportunity to go camping without having to pack all the gear. Our location is minutes from the Emerald Coast - 7 mins to Navarre Beach, - 30 mins to Pensacola Beach, - 15 mins to Naval Live Oaks, - 45 mins to Fort Pickens, - 50 mins to NAS Pensacola, - 45 mins to Santa Rosa Island, - 35 mins to Okaloosa Island, - 40 mins to Destin. Recommended local restaurants: St. Michael's Brewery which has rotating food trucks and is family friendly, Ye Olde Brothers Brewery, Dewey Destin’s, Windjammers, TC’s Front Porch, Deb’s Coffee, The Eatery food truck park, Top’s Burgers, and New York Pizza Depot. Other sightseeing in the area includes: Museums: National Naval Aviation Museum, Air Force Armament Museum, Fort Pickens, Indian Temple Mound Museum, Pensacola Museum of Art, Museum of Industry, and Destin History & Fishing Museum Additional activities include: Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, HH Arts Gallery, Emerald Coast Science Center, Gulf Breeze Zoo, and Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park.

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Maggie's Musical Farm

10 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Youngstown, FL

Mike & Maggie bought this beautiful property 38 years ago. Their house, The Cracker Shack, is 100 plus years old and is the second generation home of the Gainer family who settled the Econfina area in the 1820's. It's made of heart pine and the fireplace was carved from the limestone in Econfina Creek.

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Local's Life

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Fort Walton Beach, FL

We have a nice little RV pad on the back of our coastal home. Situated on a little bayou that opens out into Choctawhatchee Bay. Crab Island is only a 10 minute boat ride away. You would have access to our small dock and there is a neighborhood boat ramp less than one hundred feet away. This is a great place for kayaks, wave runners, and small boats. If you don't have a boat, we can set up any kind of trip you want. We are all licensed captains and own multiple Crab Island businesses. We have a 32' sailboat that has been in our family for 3 generations and our oldest son runs charters on it. You can charter our pontoon boat for as many as 6 people to take you to Crab Island as well as some other spots that only locals know about. We can also accommodate up to 2 people on an inshore flats skiff targeting redfish and trout on light spinning gear and fly rods. The neighborhood is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Fort Walton with large oaks and magnolias providing plenty of shade for bike riding and walking. Downtown Fort Walton with its shops and quaint restaurants is only a mile away. Didn't bring a bike, we have 2 you can use. The site comes with water/sewer and 30 Amp hookup. The sight can accommodate up to 43' for trailer and vehicle.

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Navarre Beach Camping Resort

20 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Navarre, FL

Navarre Beach Camping Resort is located in Navarre, FL. We have 99 rv sites 29 cabins and three travel trailers. We are on the water, the Santa Rosa Sound, it is an intercoastal water way. We are a ten minute drive to Navarre Beach. Fishing, boating, kayaking, paddle boarding are fun things to do in the area.Learn more about this land:Back-in standard sites throughout the park have full hook-up and will accommodate up to twenty five foot campers. You park your RV on a sand, dirt pad, you have a concrete pad and a picnic table. Site comes with water, sewer, electric, wifi and cable. Some sites have shade. None of our sites are shaded all day long. Every site is a short walk to our beach.

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Lucas Lake ranch

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Chipley, FL

Almost a 1 acre property nestled in between Lucas Lake and Hicks Lake along with other small ponds and streams. There is public Lake access to Lucas Lake down the street for your boat or kayak launching. Great fishing, swimming, and wild life watching. We have 6 chickens, a cat and 1 small dog. Pets are welcomed. We are working on planting a food forest.

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Gateway Trails

6 sites · RVs, Tents14 acres · Holt, FL

Wooded, FHU, tent and Glamping Sites! - Welcome to Gateway Trails! Our site offers a place to stay as a gateway to Destin, Okaloosa Island, Pensacola Beaches and waterways, or to the expansive local activities in the Blackwater State Forest and surrounding rivers, including hiking, hunting, canoeing, & kayaking! We have: 3 FHU Sites - Water, electric, and Sewer at each site. (One 50 AMP + Two 30 AMP sites); Boondocking Site, Primitive Site, and Glamping in our refurbished 2003 Dutchman Camper. The site is on fully fenced in 14 acres. The campsites are behind a natural barrier of trees that offer privacy. Well-maintained walking/biking/hiking trails are on the property, with many shaded sections. Porta potty on site for our tent campers and boondockers, but coming soon - a bathroom house w/ flush toilet! Our Sites: Red Oak Nook has 50 AMP power and we have an available converter from 50 AMP to 30 AMP. Go Bull's Landing and Long Leaf Landing both have a 30 AMP power hookup. We also offer Cozy Camper at Long Leaf Landing for an amazing "glamping" experience with A/C, microwave, refrigerator, and RV bathroom & shower! We also have a primitive site and Boondocking site. A large spacious boondocking/tent site and a walk in primitive site! Something for everyone! We are pet friendly! Though pets need to be on a leash outside of your site. Follow us on Instagram @gatewaytrails850 or Facebook Gateway Trails to see more details about the campsite and surrounding area. Check out below how far we are from some area Points of Interests! *3 miles to Baker or Holt, Fl for grocery, restaurants, dollar generals *7 min drive from I-10 Holt Exit (Exit 45) *1.9 miles to Bone Creek Recreation Area *5 miles to secluded Blackwater River access point (this route does require dirt road rough terrain access). *2.0 Miles to South Laurel Farms Florida Wedding Venue *40 Miles to Destin via Mid-Bay bridge *35 Miles to Pensacola, Fl *50 Miles to Pensacola Beach, Fl *Not far from Hwy 189 South as you travel to Destin, Florida from Alabama *And if you are coming from Texas, Louisiana, or North Georgia & Alabama we are a great ½ point to Walt Disney World or Tampa!

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Lake City Campground

13 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents22 acres · Florala, AL

Just a 10-minute drive to Lake Jackson, Alabama’s only natural lake, this peaceful camping retreat is the perfect place for families to relax and enjoy nature. Positioned in the city of Florala, this campground is a combination of Florida Sunshine and Alabama heritage making it a valuable repository of outdoor activities and perfect for the history-seeking enthusiast. This veteran-owned and operated campground provides a place where family time is revisited with games and campfire stories. Memories can be made in only a short drive for shaded picnics on the beaches of Florala State Park, exploring the peaceful downtown antique shops, or just a shaded stroll through 21+ acres of nature located right outside your door. This location is also an affordable destination for visiting the beaches of Destin, Ft. Walton, or Navarre. Being just an hour drive away, you can spend time enjoying the refreshing salt air, and then return to the campground for some time to relax in the serenity of nature.

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Panama City Beach RV Resort

118 sites · RVs5 acres · Panama City Beach, FL

We are a cute little RV resort just across from the Gulf of Mexico. You can ride your bikes or take a golf cart ride over to St. Andrews State Park. There are many great activities close by to choose from. Our friendly and helpful staff would be delighted to help! We are open year-round and would love to have you here! We have full hookups on all of our sites. We are across the street from the beach, a short 5-minute walk. Heated pool. Clean bathhouses. Laundromat and fitness room. We are just minutes away from St. Andrews State Park. They have great nature trails you can walk or ride your bike. Come check out our great location and meet all of the wonderful guests we have! Free high-speed wireless internet is brand new along with beach access from our private, gated resort. We’re really pet-friendly here and even have a fantastic dog park.

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Sand Between Your Toes

1 site · RV1 acre · Laguna Beach, FL

The property is fenced and gated with a 12 foot gate and gravel driveway for easy pull in. The property is quiet, with a fire pit, electric hook up service for 30 or 50 amp. Sewer, water, Wi-Fi and electric included. The property is within 3 miles of the world's most beautiful beaches, Panama City Beach Florida. We are conveniently located in the heart of it all. The property is approximately 5 minutes to scenic 30A, 5 minutes to Pier Park, 5 minutes to Frank Brown Park.

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The Red Barn

7 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Crestview, FL

Nestled on 3 acres right next to blackwater national forest & yellow river management area. Lots of swimming, kayaking, fishing, hunting! Hunters delight! Also less than a hour drive to local beaches! Pensacola, Navarre, Ft. Walton! We offer kayaks on site for a small fee! There’s also several swimming areas on Blackwater river close by as well!

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30A Bay Hideaway

1 site · RV1 acre · Miramar Beach, FL

Private, gated waterfront estate on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay. Close to the activities on 30A and the Gulf of Mexico (7 minutes) but secluded enough to feel like you have your own private piece of paradise with amazing sunset views. The bay is full of life: watch mullet jump, catch crabs, watch for dolphins and sting rays. If you enjoy fishing, try night fishing on the dock, too. Bay charters come to the waters around our dock on their excursions! If you bring a boat, Cessna Landing is just under 2 miles away with a very nice boat launch. Tie your boat to our dock for the duration of your visit. Boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming, sunset watching, bicycling and campfires are a few things to enjoy while at the 30A Bay Hideaway. Sunset viewing deck, bay beach/dock, fire pit and an outdoor shower and sink with hot water and an outdoor mini-fridge are included in the listing. Owners are not onsite during rental periods and the property is limited to one RV site so you can be sure you will have the property all to yourself!

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Stay And Play The Cypress

5 sites · Tents25 acres · Vernon, FL

25acres on homes creek just a 45 minute paddle to the beauty of Cypress springs - never have to drive. Just hit the river. Cheapest canoe/ kayak rentals around. Clean port a potty’s. And cabin rentals. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit. Grills and are on the water. Can you pour corn hole to keep bar areas. And much more see pictures

The best camping near Grayton Beach State Park guide

Overview

About

With one mile of sugar-white sand fronting the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico, it’s easy to see why the waterfront at Grayton Beach State Park is consistently rated one of the most beautiful beaches in America. This popular Florida state park offers a convenient campground for RV and tent camping, a separate cabin site, and 2,200 acres that include Western Lake, a rare coastal dune lake found in only a few locations worldwide. A convenient boat ramp allows visitors to go paddling and kayaking in the brackish waters, while anglers can try their luck in both fresh and saltwater. Go hiking or biking on nature trails that wind past massive sand dunes, salt marshes, and a thick coastal forest of magnolias, scrub oaks, and pine flatwoods, teeming with birds and other wildlife.

Notable Camping Spots

The full-facility Grayton Beach Campground offers 59 sites, with restrooms, hookups, and dump stations. The cabin site is located around one mile west.

Best for lake views: Even numbered sites from 6 to 28 face Western Lake through the brush.
Best for large RVs: Sites 39 to 61 offer more parking space and larger turning radiuses for RVs up to 40 feet.
Best for families and groups: 30 cabins offer creature comforts with 2 bedrooms, one bath, kitchenettes, and separate beach access.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Florida residents can make campsite reservations 11 months in advance, while non-residents can make reservations 10 months in advance. Cabins must be reserved at least one day prior, while campsites can be reserved the same day.
Check for free sites throughout the day. New sites become available daily at 8am EST, while cancellations are released back into the inventory on a random basis.
If you can’t reserve a spot ahead of time, show up first thing in the morning to grab any unreserved first-come, first-served basis.

When to go

Summer is the busiest season at Grayton Beach State Park, with high temperatures, large crowds, and ranger-led programs. Consider visiting in the spring or fall, when the weather is still pleasant but the crowds thin out. Expect peak season fees for cabin rentals from February through July. Sea turtle nesting season runs from May to October and may lead to restricted areas on the beach. Be sure to check the weather before confirming plans if traveling during hurricane season, from June to November.

Know before you go

The ranger station offers canoe and kayak rentals, and ice and firewood are available for purchase inside the park. For meals, bike rentals, and other supplies, the towns of Grayton Beach and Seaside are both nearby.
There are no lifeguards at Grayton, so swimmers should be careful when in the water.
The park offers several accessible cabins, campsites, beach Mobi-mats, and a beach wheelchair for use.
Anglers should check that they have the appropriate freshwater and saltwater fishing licenses if they plan to fish in the surf or on Western Lake.
Pets are not allowed in cabins, cabin areas, or on the beach.
Late arrivals should call the camping areas before 5pm to arrange for entrance after hours.