Grayton Beach State Park
Grayton Beach State Park is a Florida State Park on CR 30A in Walton County, between Panama City Beach and Destin, with beaches, swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, and camping. Per the attraction record (Florida State Parks, read 2026-10-15), the day-use park is open from 8 a.m. to sunset every day of the year and charges $5 per vehicle. Overnight cabins were closed after Hurricane Isaias, and the park closes intermittently when it reaches capacity, so check before you go.
Should you go to Grayton Beach State Park today?
Good day to go
- Dry daytime forecast.
- Up to 71°F.
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Weather at Grayton Beach State Park, today
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 am | Sunny | 53°F | ENE 15 mph | 0% |
| 9 am | Sunny | 59°F | ENE 15 mph | 0% |
| 11 am | Sunny | 64°F | ENE 15 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% |
Beach and surf
| Rip Current Risk | Moderate |
|---|---|
| Surf Height | Around 1 foot |
| Water Temperature | 76 degrees |
| UV Index | High |
Daylight
| Sunrise | 6:48 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 6:10 pm |
| Question visitors ask | Is Grayton Beach State Park open and how much does it cost? |
|---|---|
| County | Walton County |
| Official site | www.floridastateparks.org |
How do you get to Grayton Beach State Park?
Grayton Beach State Park is located on CR 30A in Walton County, Florida, between Panama City Beach and Destin, near the unincorporated area of Grayton Beach. Western Lake, the second-largest coastal dune lake in the Florida Panhandle, is one of several dune lakes visible from Scenic Highway 30A.
The sources reviewed do not describe parking spaces, fees beyond the vehicle entry charge, or parking rules, so check the Florida State Parks website before you go.
How much does Grayton Beach State Park cost, and when is it open?
According to the attraction record (Florida State Parks, read 2026-10-15), entry to Grayton Beach State Park costs $5 per vehicle. The same record lists hours of 8 a.m. to sunset, 365 days a year.
These figures were read on 2026-10-15 and are not confirmed against a current official notice in the sources reviewed, so check before you go.
What is open at Grayton Beach State Park right now?
The attraction record says Grayton Beach State Park is open for day use only. Overnight accommodations were closed after Hurricane Isaias, according to a Florida State Parks notice in effect on 2026-10-15.
The park's overnight options include recreational vehicle and tent camping and 30 cabins that sleep up to six people, according to Wikipedia. Because the overnight accommodations are closed, check before you go before planning a stay.
When is Grayton Beach State Park likely to reach capacity?
The attraction record notes that Grayton Beach State Park closes intermittently when it reaches capacity. The record does not give dates, times, or seasonal patterns for these closures.
Check before you go on busy days, since the park can close to new visitors once it is full.
Grayton Beach State Park: questions visitors ask
Is Grayton Beach State Park open and how much does it cost?
According to the attraction record (Florida State Parks, read 2026-10-15), Grayton Beach State Park is open from 8 a.m. to sunset every day and charges $5 per vehicle. Overnight cabins were closed after Hurricane Isaias, so check before you go.
What activities are available at Grayton Beach State Park?
Wikipedia lists beaches, bicycling, birding, boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking, kayaking, picnic areas, swimming, wildlife viewing, and full camping facilities at Grayton Beach State Park. The park also includes Western Lake, a coastal dune lake.
How big is Grayton Beach State Park and when did it open?
Grayton Beach State Park covers 2,187.44 acres and opened in 1968, according to Wikipedia. The land was obtained through a lease from the Florida Board of Education in 1964.
Does Grayton Beach State Park have overnight stays?
Wikipedia says the park offers recreational vehicle and tent camping and 30 cabins for up to six people. The attraction record says overnight accommodations were closed after Hurricane Isaias as of 2026-10-15, so check before you go.
Is there a separate unit of Grayton Beach State Park with beach access?
Wikipedia says a separate unit located one mile west of the main park offers duplex cabins for rent and also has beach access. Check before you go for its current status, since the sources reviewed do not confirm it.
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