Grayton Beach State Park

Another beautiful Florida Beach State Park. Gate staff were friendly and helpful. Nice paved roads and parking lots throughout. Nice restroom facilities near the beach. Beaches were beautiful and as untouched as you can find. The sand dunes are roped off and very cool. Great place for family photos. Lots of photographers utilize this location.

Grayton Beach State Park is an exceptional location! It costs $5 per car for admission. However, be sure to get there early. Once the park reaches capacity, they will close the entrance for a while. We arrived mid-afternoon to take the one mile hike through the white sand dunes. It was an easy walk with amazing views. The sand can get hot though. So, be sure to have appropriate footwear. After the hike, we went to the beach for a quick swim. The water was clear, blue, and cool. We enjoyed it so much that we didn’t want to leave. We highly recommend exploring nature at this location.

This is a great State Beach. There is a Turtle Reef you can swim out to and snorkeling to see all of the marine life. There is also an RV camp ground. There is some construction taking place so when you visit, follow the ling mat and don't go on the boardwalk because it's closed off. It's laid back and most of the people are family, boomers and Gen X.

Grayton Beach State Park is a fantastic spot for a relaxing day trip, especially if you enjoy outdoor activities. The entrance fee for pedestrians and cyclists is just $2.00 per person, making it affordable for a quick adventure. The park offers scenic trails, a well-maintained campsite, and access to the beach, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or a peaceful walk. Exploring the trails on bike is a great way to soak in the natural beauty of the area. We enjoyed our day trip. it’s a wonderful place to unwind and enjoy nature for a day.

Grayton Beach State Park is truly one of Florida’s finest treasures—and we feel lucky to have it right in our backyard. As longtime locals, we’ve done it all here over the years: hiked the scenic trails, paddled across Western Lake, camped under the stars, and stayed in the cozy cabins during the 30A Songwriters Festival in January. The cabins are one of our favorite ways to enjoy the park—perfectly positioned along 30A, simple but comfortable, and a short walk to the beach. You get everything you need without the high price tag of nearby rentals, making it a fantastic and affordable way to enjoy the area. The beach itself is world-class—literally. With its powdery white sand and emerald waters, Grayton Beach has been ranked among the top beaches in the U.S. by Dr. Beach and others multiple times. It’s the kind of place that takes your breath away, whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth. We’ve brought family from out of state here just to experience it—it’s that special. On calm days, we love to paddleboard along the shoreline, and for those into diving, the Underwater Museum of Art (UMA) just offshore adds a truly unique experience you won’t find at most state parks. Sculptures become reef habitat, and diving there combines art, conservation, and adventure all in one. Whether you’re here for recreation or relaxation, Grayton Beach State Park offers a rare mix of natural beauty, peace, and accessibility. It’s one of the most unforgettable spots on the Gulf Coast—and a place we’ll keep coming back to for years to come.

We came to Grayton Beach State Park for Beach access on this trip. It is perfect for that. We had to wait a little while for parking one of the days but were lucky to get in not long after we got there. The beaches are close to the parking area, clean, and aren't as crowded as most other public beach areas. Even though we didn't go on any trails this year, some of the trails at this park are awesome. Western Lake is beautiful. My only complaint is with the online reservation system for Florida State Parks. I purchased a day pass, but that did NOT guarantee us entry into the park (unlike with Texas State Parks.... day passes are like gold on busy or holiday weekends!). I wasted $5 buying it, thinking it was truly like a reservation.

We had a wonderful time at Grayton Beach State Park. We were able to find a great spot on the beach and enjoy time to relax as well a wonderful time in the water. The sand is very fine and welcoming. I would highly recommend getting there mid morning to get the best parking and location on the beach. The restrooms were clean and nearby. Bring something to provide shade, as it gets hot in the direct sun. Enjoy your time in Florida on the beach.

This was such a nice stay! Stayed three nights in March 2025 in cabin 14b. Very nice cabin equipped with the amenities you would need as far as some kitchen items and linens. Bring hand soap and other toiletries and dish soap. There are a couple of dish towels provided too. There is a small coffee pot. Two bedrooms (one with queen bed and other with two twin beds) and one bath with a nice shower. There are also some books in the cabin as well as a couple of games and a nice 1000 piece puzzle of the US presidents. My “happy place” in the cabin is the lovely screened in porch! And just outside the screened in back porch is a nice picnic table and charcoal grill. That porch is a lovely place to read a good book, do a little painting or whatever hobby you’re into, pray, listen to nature, bird listening and viewing, watching the little lizards scurry by occasionally. There is a very nice walking path for a quick and relatively short walk over to the beach. There is a fire ring along the way that is available to reserve (you need permission to use), and a couple of “ponds”. There is a really nice board walk over the dunes and out on to the beach. There are steps, but also a ramp going all the way.