Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is a 1,637-acre Florida state park on the Gulf of Mexico in Walton County, near Santa Rosa Beach and about 10 miles east of Destin. It suits visitors who want undeveloped dunes, coastal dune lakes and beach access. As of October 15, 2026, the park and its lodging were closed because of Hurricane Isaias, and the main beach boardwalk had been closed for construction since September 16, 2026, so check before you go.
Should you go to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park today?
Good day to go
- Dry daytime forecast.
- Up to 71°F.
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Weather at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, today
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 am | Sunny | 55°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 | 6:49 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 6:11 pm |
| Question visitors ask | Is Topsail Hill Preserve State Park open? |
|---|---|
| County | Walton County |
| Official site | floridastateparks.org |
Is Topsail Hill Preserve State Park open right now?
Florida State Parks reported that Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and its lodging have been closed since October 14, 2026, because of Hurricane Isaias. The main pedestrian boardwalk to the beach has been closed for construction since September 16, 2026. The Nature Walk and the Visitor Center are also under construction.
The status above was recorded on October 15, 2026. Check before you go with Florida State Parks for the current closure status and any reopening date, because closures can change quickly.
How do you get to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park?
The park lies in Santa Rosa Beach, about 10 miles east of Destin, and has entrances off U.S. 98 and Scenic Highway 30A. According to Wikipedia, the main western entrance on U.S. 98 leads past the campground to the primary beach access, and a tram carries visitors the last stretch to the shore. The eastern entrance is unpaved and reaches the north shore of Campbell Lake.
Wikipedia's description of the tram and the entrances may be out of date. Check before you go with Florida State Parks about whether the tram and beach access are running while the boardwalk is closed.
How much does it cost to visit Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, and what are the hours?
The attraction record, checked on October 15, 2026, lists an entry fee of $6 per vehicle. The record gives the hours as 8 a.m. to sunset, every day of the year. Both figures come from the attraction record and are not confirmed against a current official notice, so check before you go with Florida State Parks.
The park is open all year. Because of the October 2026 closure, the posted hours do not apply until the park reopens.
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park: questions visitors ask
Is Topsail Hill Preserve State Park open?
As of October 15, 2026, Florida State Parks reported that Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and its lodging were closed because of Hurricane Isaias, starting October 14, 2026. Check before you go with Florida State Parks for the current status.
How much is admission to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park?
The attraction record, checked on October 15, 2026, lists $6 per vehicle. Confirm the current fee with Florida State Parks before you go.
What are the hours at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park?
The attraction record, checked on October 15, 2026, lists hours of 8 a.m. to sunset, every day of the year. These hours are suspended while the park is closed after Hurricane Isaias.
Is the beach access at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park open?
The main pedestrian boardwalk to the beach at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park has been closed for construction since September 16, 2026, according to the attraction record checked on October 15, 2026. Check before you go for any change to that closure.
How big is Topsail Hill Preserve State Park?
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park covers about 1,637 acres and preserves about 3.2 miles of undeveloped Gulf shoreline, according to Wikipedia. The park also includes parts of five coastal dune lakes.
Where is Topsail Hill Preserve State Park located?
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is in Walton County, Florida, in the Santa Rosa Beach area, about 10 miles east of Destin, according to Wikipedia. It has entrances off U.S. 98 and Scenic Highway 30A.
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