Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Henderson Beach adventure.
This park is a sundrenched setting for swimming, paddling, and sunbathing.
Sugar-white sands and crystal-clear waters draw visitors to this park near Destin in the Florida Panhandle. Besides basking in the sun on the shoreline and swimming in the warm Gulf waters, you can take a short hike along a nature trail with views of the coastal dune ecosystem and abundant wildlife, or grab a paddleboard to explore the Emerald Coast from the water—look out for tropical fish, dolphins, and even sea turtles. Henderson Beach Campground has 60 campsites that accommodate tents and RVs, all connected to the beach via a boardwalk.
Summer is peak season, and, while this is the best time to visit due to the warm water, it gets very busy. If planning a summer visit, try to make reservations as far in advance as possible. Otherwise, opting for spring or fall promises more availability and fewer crowds. You’ll enjoy sunny weather almost any time of year—temperatures typically run in the 80s in summer and in the 50s and 60s in winter.