Norriego Point
Norriego Point Park is a state-owned point of land on Holiday Isle in Destin, Florida, where visitors now pay $5 per hour to park. According to WEAR-TV, Destin residents with a city parking decal park for free. The Destin City Council has voted to manage the land for conservation and outdoor recreation, but the state lease is not yet final.
Should you go to Norriego Point today?
Better pick another day
- NWS Rip Current Statement in effect.
- Wind up to 20 mph on the water.
- High rip current risk.
- Dry daytime forecast.
- Up to 70°F.
- Mon 19High rip current risk
- Tue 20Little incoming tide in daylight (murkier water)
- Wed 21Light wind, up to 10 mph
- Thu 22Light wind, up to 5 mph
- Fri 23Light wind, up to 5 mph
Weather at Norriego Point, today
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 am | Sunny | 58°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 9 am | Sunny | 60°F | NE 20 mph | 0% |
| 11 am | Sunny | 64°F | NE 20 mph | 0% |
| 1 pm | Sunny | 68°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 3 pm | Sunny | 70°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
| 5 pm | Sunny | 69°F | NE 15 mph | 0% |
Tides
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High | Sun 3:34 am | 0.8 ft |
| Low | Sun 3:44 pm | 0.1 ft |
| High | Mon 4:30 am | 0.8 ft |
| Low | Mon 4:12 pm | 0.1 ft |
Beach and surf
| Rip Current Risk | High |
|---|---|
| Surf Height | 3 to 5 feet |
| Water Temperature | In the mid 70s |
| UV Index | High |
Daylight
| Sunrise | 6:49 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 6:12 pm |
| Question visitors ask | How much is parking at Norriego Point in Destin? |
|---|---|
| County | Okaloosa County |
How much is parking at Norriego Point Park?
WEAR-TV reported that the Destin City Council approved $5-per-hour parking at Norriego Point Park. The rate replaced the earlier flat fee of $20 for four hours, because visitors were asking for an hourly option when they stayed less than four hours. The article, dated September 24, 2026, says the change is now in effect. Check before you go with the City of Destin for the current rate.
Parking is free for people who hold a Destin parking decal. The council also voted to put all parking revenue toward the Norriego Point Park project.
Who manages Norriego Point Park, and what is planned?
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has told the City of Destin that it will enter into a direct lease for the property, according to WEAR-TV. At the same meeting, the Destin City Council voted to manage the land for conservation and outdoor recreation. The plan could include walking and jogging areas, fishing and beach recreation volleyball, and it also includes 54 additional parking spaces.
Destin City Attorney Kimberly R. Kopp said the city's answers to the state were not final. She said the plan is consistent with the city's position of conservation and nothing commercial.
Norriego Point: questions visitors ask
How much is parking at Norriego Point Park in Destin?
According to WEAR-TV, parking at Norriego Point Park costs $5 per hour, replacing the earlier $20 flat fee for four hours. Parking is free for people who hold a Destin parking decal. Check before you go, because the rate may change.
Is Norriego Point Park going to be developed commercially?
The City of Destin has said it wants conservation and recreation at Norriego Point Park and nothing commercial, according to City Attorney Kimberly R. Kopp in WEAR-TV. The city's final answers to the state on the property were still pending when the article was published.
Is the state lease for Norriego Point Park final?
No. WEAR-TV reported that the Florida Department of Environmental Protection has told the City of Destin it will enter into a direct lease, and the city's answers to the state were not yet final.
How many parking spaces will Norriego Point Park have?
The plan approved by the Destin City Council includes 54 additional parking spaces, according to WEAR-TV. The article does not give a total count for the site.
Where does the parking money at Norriego Point Park go?
The Destin City Council voted to put all parking revenue toward the Norriego Point Park project, according to WEAR-TV.
What can visitors do at Norriego Point Park?
WEAR-TV reported that the proposed plan could include walking and jogging areas, fishing and beach recreation volleyball. These uses are proposed, not confirmed, so check before you go with the City of Destin.
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