Guide
Things to do
Everything you need to know about things to do on Florida's Emerald Coast.
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The Best Time to Visit the Emerald Coast (Season by Season)
Warmest water, lowest crowds, hurricane season, and the shoulder-season sweet spots — when to come and what to expect.
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Coastal Dune Lakes: South Walton's Rarest Natural Feature
There are only a handful of places on Earth with coastal dune lakes — and South Walton has 15 of them. What they are and how to paddle one.
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Fort Walton Beach & Okaloosa Island: The Other Side of the Bridge
Often overshadowed by Destin next door, Fort Walton Beach offers the Gulfarium, ancient Native American history, and a less-crowded shoreline.
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Snorkeling & Paddleboarding the Clear Water of Destin
The water clarity that gives the Emerald Coast its name makes it one of Florida's best spots for snorkeling jetties and paddling the flats.
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The Best Sunset Spots on the Emerald Coast
The Gulf faces south and west here, which makes the Panhandle one of Florida's great sunset coasts. Where to be when the sky goes coral.
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Things to Do in Destin: A Local's Shortlist
Beyond the beach: charter fishing, Crab Island, HarborWalk Village, and the destinations that make Destin the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village.'