Deer Lake State Park

4.5/5
(86) · State park in Santa Rosa Beach, United States
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Deer Lake State Park is a sight to behold with a pristine beach and lush landscape. The park's coastal dune lakes are extremely rare worldwide. In the …

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4.5/5 · 86 reviews
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Jan 4, 2025
Take a stroll along the 1.5 mile Deer Lake Trail and explore the unique dune ecosystem. A boardwalk across the dunes offers easy access to the white sand beach and the Gulf waters. The park feature…Full review by 2TravelersMn
Mar 2, 2024
I recently moved to the area and was going on my morning run when I decided I wanted to eat lunch over near Watersound. Since the bridge is out, I figured I would walk from the beach to the street an…Full review by Hanz A
Sep 27, 2023
Great parking and facilities for those that need to drive to beach access. It is not so great for people walking. I was approached by a ranger on a morning run and he asked if I paid the gate fee. I…Full review by double_atl

Questions & answers

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Can u bring your dog on the beach
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Dogs are not allowed on the beach, boardwalk or in buildings. Service dogs are welcome.
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Answer by Patrick H · Jan 5, 2025
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Has anyone been able to find seashells along this beach? Any luck with other 30a locations? Thank you!
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Update. Found a couple of small but slightly unique shells after a storm. Try to go to areas on either end and less will be available. Still about the best I have done in the area to …
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Update. Found a couple of small but slightly unique shells after a storm. Try to go to areas on either end and less will be available. Still about the best I have done in the area to add to my collection.
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Answer by Laura G · Oct 25, 2019
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Can you fish here?
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Yes, we often see visitors fishing here.
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Answer by Ned H · Jan 5, 2020
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Where there is a state park near this beach that has campsites for a 25' motorhome?
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Grayton Beach State Park And Topsail Hill State Park.
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Answer by Steve B · Dec 9, 2016
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What are the different ways that you can stay overnight in Florida State Parks?
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Florida's state parks offer multiple ways to stay in our parks overnight and enjoy the great outdoors:
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