The best campgrounds near Miramar Beach, Florida with surfing

Looking to catch some waves near Miramar Beach, Florida? Hipcamp has over 120 camping options for you with surfing in mind. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you'll find the perfect spot to hang ten. Check out top campsites like Bay Forest Retreat (148 reviews), 30A Bay Hideaway (97 reviews), and RV on 30E (91 reviews) for some epic surfing adventures. With prices starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $38 per night, you'll have plenty of budget-friendly options to choose from. And don't worry, popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and toilets are readily available. So pack up your board and get ready to ride those waves!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to catch some waves near Miramar Beach, Florida? Hipcamp has over 120 camping options for you with surfing in mind. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you'll find the perfect spot to hang ten. Check out top campsites like Bay Forest Retreat (148 reviews), 30A Bay Hideaway (97 reviews), and RV on 30E (91 reviews) for some epic surfing adventures. With prices starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $38 per night, you'll have plenty of budget-friendly options to choose from. And don't worry, popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and toilets are readily available. So pack up your board and get ready to ride those waves!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Bay Forest Retreat

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34mi from Miramar Beach · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging · Navarre, FL

Explore 11+ acres of rustic and untamed woods. We are a military veteran family who enjoys the land as a place for family and friends to explore, camp, and relax at the 250+ feet of the East Bay beach. We do not have WiFi, but we do have 5g service throughout the 11 acre property. Our camping sites DO NOT have electricity These are hike-in only campsites ☺️ Primitive camping is permitted at designated wooded high grounds in the middle of the property. It is a 5 and 10-minute rugged hike in to the middle ground respectively. The trail remains under development, so please bring close-toed shoes or boots for hiking throughout the property (depending on rainfall, there may be mud and water). We have two primitive campsites these campsites are first come first serve, they are not assigned when booking. Plesea see pictures. Our Glamper tent is a 10x12 canvas furnished full size bed with bedding, pillows and enough floor space for two sleeping bags. The tens are located off a short trial, but rugged 2-minute hike from the parking area. We provide the opportunity to go camping without having to pack the tent. Closed toed shoes are highly suggested as well as plenty of lighting with batteries or solar charging capability. This is a rugged, fun and serene camping experience. Locates justminutes from the Emerald Coast - 7 mins to Navarre Beach, - 30 mins to Pensacola Beach, - 15 mins to Naval Live Oaks, - 45 mins to Fort Pickens, - 50 mins to NAS Pensacola, - 45 mins to Santa Rosa Island, - 35 mins to Okaloosa Island, - 40 mins to Destin. Recommended local restaurants: St. Michael's Brewery which has rotating food trucks and is family friendly, Ye Olde Brothers Brewery, Dewey Destin’s, Andy D's on Navarre Beach, Stripe's Pub, Johnny Huston's, Windjammers, TC’s Front Porch, Deb’s Coffee, The Eatery food truck park, Top’s Burgers, and New York Pizza Depot. Other sightseeing in the area includes: Museums: National Naval Aviation Museum, Air Force Armament Museum, Fort Pickens, Indian Temple Mound Museum, Pensacola Museum of Art, Museum of Industry, and Destin History & Fishing Museum Additional activities include: Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, HH Arts Gallery, Emerald Coast Science Center, Gulf Breeze Zoo, and Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park.

2. Local's Life

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15mi from Miramar Beach · 1 site · Tent, RV · Fort Walton Beach, FL

We have a nice little RV pad on the back of our coastal home. Situated on a little bayou that opens out into Choctawhatchee Bay. Crab Island is only a 10 minute boat ride away. You would have access to our small dock and there is a neighborhood boat ramp less than one hundred feet away. This is a great place for kayaks, wave runners, and small boats. If you don't have a boat, we can set up any kind of trip you want. We are all licensed captains and own multiple Crab Island businesses. So we can set up charters for you on the following boats: Sailing trip on a restored 1963 Pearson Ensign. Can accommodate up to 6 people. This is a classic sailboat that is easy to sail and easy to learn to sail. A restored 1966 Boston Whaler that is perfect for couples looking for a sunset cruise, etc. Can accommodate up to 6 people but it perfect for 2 -4. We can go to Crab Island, look for dolphins or find our own private island beach. Waverunner tours. We can take you on a guided wave runner tour looking for dolphins and private beaches. You will drive one wave runner while our licensed captain guided you on another one. Insurance does not allow us to rent these out solo but there are many good vendors in the area to do that. Inshore flats skiff targeting redfish and trout on light spinning gear and fly rods. This boat is best fished with no more than 3 people. Rates: $150 per hour for less than 3 hours $500 for half day (4 hours) $600 for 6 hours The neighborhood is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Fort Walton with large oaks and magnolias providing plenty of shade for bike riding and walking. Downtown Fort Walton with its shops and quaint restaurants is only a mile away. Didn't bring a bike, we have 2 you can use. During the summer, there are fireworks every Wednesday night that are viewable from this spot. The site comes with water/sewer and 30 Amp hookup. The sight can accommodate up to 43' for trailer and vehicle.

3. Sand Between Your Toes

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24mi from Miramar Beach · 1 site · RV · Laguna Beach, FL

The property is located on west end of Panama City Beach, FL fenced and gated with a 16 foot gate and gravel driveway for easy back up or pull in we suggest back up. The property is quiet, with a fire pit, electric hook up service for 30 or 50 amp. Sewer, water, Wi-Fi and electric included. The property is within 1 mile of the world's most beautiful beaches, Panama City Beach Florida. We are conveniently located in the heart of it all. The property is approximately 5 minutes to scenic 30A, 5 minutes to Pier Park, 5 minutes to Frank Brown Park. We enjoy having individuals, families and their pets as long as quite hours remain 9pm-9am and that the property is left in the same manner as it was when you arrived

4. 30A Bay Hideaway

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6.2mi from Miramar Beach · 1 site · RV · Miramar Beach, FL

Private, gated waterfront estate on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay. Close to the activities on 30A and the Gulf of Mexico (7 minutes) but secluded enough to feel like you have your own private piece of paradise with amazing sunset views. The bay is full of life: watch mullet jump, catch crabs, watch for dolphins and sting rays. If you enjoy fishing, try night fishing on the dock, too. Bay charters come to the waters around our dock on their excursions! If you bring a boat, Cessna Landing is just under 2 miles away with a very nice boat launch. Tie your boat to our dock for the duration of your visit. Boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming, sunset watching, bicycling and campfires are a few things to enjoy while at the 30A Bay Hideaway. Sunset viewing deck, bay beach/dock, fire pit and an outdoor shower and sink with hot water and an outdoor mini-fridge are included in the listing. Owners are not onsite during rental periods and the property is limited to one RV site so you can be sure you will have the property all to yourself!

5. Choctawhatchee Bay

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8.9mi from Miramar Beach · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Very private woods, gardens, and an aquifer-fed pond teeming with wildlife. A short walk to the park on Choctawhatchee Bay. The water is calm for swimming and paddling. A short drive or bike ride to the finest beaches in the world. The nearby 331 bridge allows freedom from the tourist traffic on Hwy 98. There are just two campsites overall and they are in the shade. Kids are safe to explore our long dead-end road with only two neighbors at the end.

Public campgrounds near Miramar Beach

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Topsail Hill Campground

4.4mi from Miramar Beach · 189 sites · Tents, RVs · in Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

Grayton is a beautiful secluded beach front.

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Grayton Beach Campground

12mi from Miramar Beach · 55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Grayton Beach State Park

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Pine Grove Campground

40mi from Miramar Beach · 67 sites · Tents, RVs · in St. Andrews State Park

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Lagoon Campground

40mi from Miramar Beach · 91 sites · Tents, RVs · in St. Andrews State Park

Stories from the community

Donna

3 weeks ago

43 ft fifth wheel

7 nights at Sand Between Your Toes

What a great spot with plenty of room to park and close to everything. 5 min walk to beautiful lake powell for fishing . Best beach in PCB is laguna beach and your 5 minute drive away. Brian the host is very nice and always available for any questions. The site is very nice and safe. Don't hesitate book it... you will love sand between your toes!!

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Dana

3 weeks ago

31 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at 30A Bay Hideaway

We've been sojourning here for almost five years. We drive our camper from Kansas City to the Everglades for the winter and stop here at the Bay Hideaway to and from to visit our six grandchildren that live in the area. It is a perfect Hideaway, with no 'stranger danger', a huge lawn to play on, a shallow bay for the kids to have fun catching crabs, a very long dock, a tree house, not to mention the quiet and the gorgeous views. I love the porch, and the trees and marsh for the excellent birdwatching. In the four days we were here this visit we saw over 15 types of birds including a Clapper Rail, a Bald Eagle, and lots of shore birds. Crystal and Nathan have been helpful and a pleasure to communicate with... very highly recommend staying here!

It rained early our first morning, and by evening the ground was dry and all the burnable material was dry. There's no mud around camp, only sand and leaves.

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Clark

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bay Forest Retreat

The campground was beautiful! The facilities were clean and all trail paths were trimmed with no debris! They had plenty of fire would for sale and a cart to use to carry your camping gear into your site! The bridge was a little tricky to maneuver with your cart but after a couple trips we figured out how to make it work with the cart! Fortunately, we were the only campers in the primitive and glamper tent site but the 5 glamper and primitive sites seem too close together and would maybe be too much if all are fully booked and especially with all the open land they have that could be used to spread the sites out a little more so people have more privacy. The hosts were great and very attentive! Will certainly go back again soon!!!

Katie

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bay Forest Retreat

This is my second time back and I had an even better experience the second time around! The beach was beautiful and a great spot to camp 🫶🏽🫶🏽 The instructions sent before my arrival were very thorough and helpful. The site is also very conveniently located to Navarre beach! Definitley coming back! 🤙🏽

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Amber

October 2025

44 ft Class A

With pets

5 nights at Sand Between Your Toes

Quiet. With a 45’ diesel pusher we fit. But my husband is a back-up genius. And we had a tow vehicle.

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Ryan

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bay Forest Retreat

Exactly as advertised and I would go back to primitive camp again. Would possibly even do a yurt if it's in my camping budget for the time. Great for budget camper last minute camper looking for a quick imo, especially if a bigger spot is unavailable.

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William

September 2025

35 ft fifth wheel

6 nights at 30A Bay Hideaway

Book it! We felt so lucky that we found this spot super last minute. The hosts were so kind to allow us to book the same day we were arriving. We stayed a week in this paradise. Sunrises and sunsets were world class. The campsite itself was level and clean with full hookups. Getting our 36’ fifth wheel back there was no problem at all. We can’t wait to stay here the next time we’re in town visiting family.

Nicholas

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to 30A Bay Hideaway

This was such an incredible spot! It was private with gorgeous views and very conveniently located. We had such a great time relaxing and would definitely come back! The hosts were very responsive and accommodating as well

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linda

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Sand Between Your Toes

Plenty of room! Nice folks! Full hookups. Very convenient to Rosemary Beach where our niece was getting married. Ubers were very inexpensive to that area.

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Jeff

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bay Forest Retreat

I had an outstanding solo camping experience here. From fishing off the kayak in the bay to enjoying a gorgeous sunrise and sunset, it was everything I was looking for. The hosts were helpful and friendly during our brief interaction. Even though I only spent 1 day in those woods, it was memorable. And camp is only a short ride from a local brewery and civilization... If my travels ever bring me back around the area, I would definitely try to reserve a site here.

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Susan

August 2025

28 ft travel trailer

6 nights at Sand Between Your Toes

Great place to stay. Close to shopping, restaurants and the beach. Owner lives on site so he’s there if you need anything but does not bother you if you don’t. Very quiet and peaceful.

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yehuda

August 2025

25 ft Class C

Group trip

1 night at Local's Life

We really enjoyed our time at Eric's! Really nice people and really comfortable RV pad area. Definitely recommend staying!

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Dan

August 2025

35 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Sand Between Your Toes

Nice and quiet spot. Would stay here again if needed.

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Michael

July 2025

44 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Sand Between Your Toes

Site was very nice. Large, behind a privacy fence. Fire pit and chairs were available.

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Jamie

July 2025

26 ft travel trailer

3 nights at 30A Bay Hideaway

This is our absolute favorite HipCamp. Beautiful and private location. We never want to leave each time that we stay here. It is a little piece of paradise.

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Darrah

July 2025

35 ft travel trailer

Group trip

7 nights at Sand Between Your Toes

If you’re looking for a convenient spot to park your camper near the Laguna Beach end of Front Beach Road, this location is a good choice! The hosts live on-site in their own camper while building a tiny home, and they couldn’t be more helpful. When we discovered a wasp nest in the fire pit, the host ran to the store and took care of it within 10 minutes. We also had an issue with power to our outdoor kitchen area, and he generously lent us his personal extension cord to make sure we were all set. The property is fully enclosed with a private gate that wraps around the entire lot. You get your own key to the gate each time you come and go, which made it feel extra safe—even though the area itself already felt safe. There’s more than enough space to park a large camper (ours is 38 ft with 3 slides) plus an additional vehicle or two. There are sand spurs, which is pretty common near the beach, so just be mindful not to walk around barefoot—and for your pups too!

Debbie

July 2025

24 ft Class C

With pets

3 nights at Local's Life

We had a great time. Eric was a informative host. Right by the boat dock was so serene. The last night was fireworks by the beach that we had a great view of.

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Savannah

July 2025

21 ft travel trailer

5 nights at Sand Between Your Toes

We had an amazing time. The property was quite and the hosts were very accommodating. I love it was close by to everything. We had more than enough restaurants and entertainment to chose from.

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Jay

July 2025

24 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to 30A Bay Hideaway

We loved camping here because it’s right on the water and quiet, yet 9 min from Publix! Easy to park our full size truck and 24’ camper.

Sara

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bay Forest Retreat

Husband and I stayed from 7/4-7/7 with our 5 dogs after driving 9 1/2 hours. Besides the first night, no other campers were there. Pros- Owners (Hilary and Thomas) were wonderful, property is beautiful, sites are cozy, 2 kayaks (and life jackets) are available for use at the private beach on the bay. Cons- Cohost (Brooke) had to help another family camping that we had accidentally set up our stuff in their spot (no visibly marked site #’s), but was extremely rude to us about this, got in my husband’s face screaming and cursing at us, threatened to call the police (we weren’t being anything but compliant), then wouldn’t stop talking over us so we could explain the situation- all over a campsite mixup and us having our 5 dogs with us, which I had already disclosed in the reservation request that had been approved. It was obvious to us AND to the other family that she was drunk (probably coming from a 4th of July party) but I don’t care, she was horrible. Then another worker refused to allow us to BUY firewood from him when there wasn’t any available for the paying guests to buy, stating that he needed the wood to last him through winter… it’s July and we needed /maybe/ 2 bundles. We stayed in contact with the owners throughout our stay because, quite frankly, we were going to leave after the first night, but Hilary and Thomas’s willingness to help and communicate with us really to make us feel heard when the other 2 workers weren’t great really did make things better.