James Lee Park
James Lee Park is a public beach run by Okaloosa County at 3510 Scenic Hwy 98 in Destin, near the Walton and Okaloosa County line. It offers swimming, fishing, pavilions, restrooms and a beachfront with several access points. The county's park page lists 170 parking spaces, including six accessible spaces, but it does not publish hours or confirm beach wheelchairs, so check before you go.
Should you go to James Lee Park tomorrow?
Better pick another day
- High rip current risk.
- Dry daytime forecast.
- Up to 74°F.
- Tue 20Dry daytime forecast
- Wed 21Dry daytime forecast
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Weather at James Lee Park, tomorrow
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 am | Mostly Sunny | 60°F | NE 20 mph | 0% |
| 9 am | Sunny | 61°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 11 am | Sunny | 66°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 1 pm | Sunny | 72°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 3 pm | Sunny | 74°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 5 pm | Sunny | 73°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
Beach and surf
| Rip Current Risk | High |
|---|---|
| Surf Height | 3 to 4 feet |
Daylight
| Sunrise | 6:50 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 6:10 pm |
| Question visitors ask | Does James Lee Park have beach wheelchairs and parking? |
|---|---|
| County | Okaloosa County |
| Official site | myokaloosa.gov |
How do you get to James Lee Park and where do you park?
James Lee Park is at 3510 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, Florida, near the Walton and Okaloosa County line. Okaloosa County's park page lists 170 parking spaces at the park, including six handicapped parking spaces and a limited number of spaces for golf carts only.
The county's Facility and Parks Maintenance Department can be reached at 850-689-5790 or [email protected], with its office at 5489 Old Bethel Rd, Crestview, FL 32536. The park page does not describe driving directions or shuttle options.
What can you do at James Lee Park?
James Lee Park offers swimming, fishing, multiple pavilions, restrooms and a beachfront with multiple access points, according to Okaloosa County's park page. The county notes that James Lee Park is the only Okaloosa County-maintained park in Destin. The City of Destin runs its own parks along the Gulf of Mexico and area waterways.
The county page was read on 15 October 2026, according to the attraction record. It does not list admission fees or opening hours, so check before you go.
James Lee Park: questions visitors ask
Does James Lee Park have beach wheelchairs?
Okaloosa County's park page does not mention beach wheelchairs, so this guide cannot confirm them. The page lists six handicapped parking spaces at James Lee Park. Call the county's Facility and Parks Maintenance Department at 850-689-5790 before you go.
How many parking spaces are at James Lee Park?
Okaloosa County's park page lists 170 parking spaces at James Lee Park, including six handicapped parking spaces. The page also says there are limited golf cart-only parking spaces.
What are the hours at James Lee Park?
The county's park page does not publish opening hours. Check before you go with the Facility and Parks Maintenance Department at 850-689-5790 or [email protected].
Is James Lee Park the same as the City of Destin beaches?
No. Okaloosa County's park page says James Lee Park is the only Okaloosa County-maintained park in Destin, and that the City of Destin maintains its own parks. Visitors can find City of Destin parks at CityofDestin.com.
Where is James Lee Park located?
James Lee Park is at 3510 Scenic Hwy 98 in Destin, Florida, near the Walton and Okaloosa County line. The county's park page gives this location.
Who do I contact about James Lee Park?
Contact the Okaloosa County Facility and Parks Maintenance Department at 850-689-5790 or [email protected]. The office is at 5489 Old Bethel Rd, Crestview, FL 32536.
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