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Walton County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Grayton Beach State Park
357 Main Park Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Dr. Stephen Leatherman ("Dr. Beach") has ranked Grayton Beach State Park among the best in America repeatedly. A coastal-dune lake (Western Lake) opens to the Gulf only after heavy rain — a globally-rare landform. Sugar-white sand, sea oats, and no commercial development inside the state park.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 83°F water · 84°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 84. East northeast wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. East wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 83°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued june 3 at 1:56pm edt until june 5 at 4:00am edt by nws tallahassee fl
63 /100
good
41 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 1:56PM EDT until June 5 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Walton and Bay County Beaches. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
ENE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 01 PM–02 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
83°F
Swimming weather
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · TAE · FLZ108 · Issued Jun 3, 3:19 PM
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Sunset
8:42 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:33 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 3:43 PM | High | 0.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
84°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
85
83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
34
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
46
85°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
48
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
35
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 83°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot; $5/vehicle entry.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed in campground and on trails.
Entry Fee
$5/vehicle (2-8 people); $4 single occupant.
Address
357 Main Park Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Grayton Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Grayton Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Grayton Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed in campground and on trails.
Is there an entry fee at Grayton Beach State Park?
$5/vehicle (2-8 people); $4 single occupant.
Are there lifeguards at Grayton Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Grayton Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Grayton Beach State Park?
Amenities at Grayton Beach State Park include restrooms, showers, snack stand (seasonal), kayak rentals, campground.
When is the water warmest at Grayton Beach State Park?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Grayton Beach State Park located?
Grayton Beach State Park is in Walton County, FL, at 357 Main Park Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS