Santa Clara Regional Beach Access
Santa Clara Regional Beach Access is a public beach access in South Walton, Walton County, Florida, between Seaside and Alys Beach near Seagrove Beach. It is a regional beach access with parking, restrooms and outdoor showers, aimed at families and visitors spending a full day on the sand. Access details may have changed after Hurricane Isaias (October 12, 2026), so check before you go.
Should you go to Santa Clara Regional Beach Access today?
Better pick another day
- 47% chance of thunderstorms in daylight.
- Moderate rip current risk.
- Up to 77°F.
- Mon 2 Moderate rip current risk
- Tue 3 Dry daytime forecast
- Wed 4 58% chance of thunderstorms in daylight
- Thu 5 Dry daytime forecast
- Fri 6 Dry daytime forecast
Weather at Santa Clara Regional Beach Access, today
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 pm | Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 76°F | E 15 mph | 46% |
| 2 pm | Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 77°F | E 10 mph | 35% |
| 4 pm | Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 76°F | ENE 10 mph | 47% |
Beach and surf
| Rip Current Risk | Moderate |
|---|---|
| Surf Height | Around 3 feet |
| Water Temperature | 74 degrees |
| UV Index | Low |
Daylight
| Sunrise | 5:58 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 4:57 pm |
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What to bring to Santa Clara Regional Beach Access
- Beach umbrella with sand anchor: keeps the shade in place when the wind picks up on the sand
- Beach wagon with wide wheels: carries chairs, cooler and kids' gear from the parking lot to the water
- Reef-safe mineral sunscreen: water-resistant protection for a long day in the sun
| Question visitors ask | Is Santa Clara Regional Beach Access open and where to park? |
|---|---|
| County | Walton County |
How do you get to Santa Clara Regional Beach Access and where do you park?
Santa Clara Regional Beach Access sits centrally between Seaside and Alys Beach and serves visitors staying throughout Seagrove Beach, according to the Scenic Sotheby's International Realty guide. The sources do not give a street address or parking capacity. Visit South Walton has an interactive map where you can type in an address to find the nearest beach access and its amenities.
The Scenic Sotheby's guide says regional beach accesses typically offer parking, but it does not say whether Santa Clara has a fee or how many spaces it has. Check before you go.
Is Santa Clara Regional Beach Access free, and when is it open?
The attraction record lists admission as free. The sources do not list daily opening hours for Santa Clara, and the official site notes that access information may have changed after Hurricane Isaias on October 12, 2026. The official map was last updated September 21, 2026.
Visit South Walton says regional beach accesses have lifeguards on duty from March through October. Scenic Sotheby's says seasonal lifeguards are typically stationed at regional accesses during the busiest beach months. Complimentary beach wheelchairs are offered seasonally at Santa Clara, according to the same guide.
When is the best time to visit Santa Clara Regional Beach Access?
The sources describe lifeguard coverage from March through October, which is the period to plan around for a supervised swim. Outside those months, the sources do not describe lifeguards at Santa Clara. Each regional beach access has a flag showing current surf conditions, according to Visit South Walton.
The official site warns that access details may have changed after Hurricane Isaias, so confirm the current status before you travel.
Santa Clara Regional Beach Access: questions visitors ask
Is Santa Clara Regional Beach Access open right now?
The sources do not list daily hours for Santa Clara Regional Beach Access. The official site says access information may have changed after Hurricane Isaias on October 12, 2026, so check before you go.
Does Santa Clara Regional Beach Access have parking?
The Scenic Sotheby's guide says regional beach accesses typically offer parking, and the guide lists Santa Clara among them. The sources do not give the number of spaces or any parking fee.
Are there lifeguards at Santa Clara Regional Beach Access?
Visit South Walton says each regional beach access has a lifeguard on duty between March and October. Scenic Sotheby's says seasonal lifeguards are typically stationed at regional accesses during the busiest beach months.
Does Santa Clara Regional Beach Access have restrooms and showers?
Visit South Walton says regional beach accesses offer restrooms, parking, showers and bike racks, and Scenic Sotheby's says Santa Clara typically has restrooms and outdoor showers.
Are beach wheelchairs available at Santa Clara?
Scenic Sotheby's lists Santa Clara Regional Beach Access among the locations with complimentary beach wheelchairs, offered seasonally. The guide does not give the dates or how to reserve one.
How can you find the nearest beach access to Santa Clara?
Visit South Walton has an interactive map where you type in an address to find the nearest beach access and its amenities. The map shows a latest update of September 21, 2026.
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