84°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
58%
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Okaloosa County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Henderson Beach State Park
17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541
A 208-acre slice of undeveloped sugar-white quartz sand right in the middle of Destin — 30-foot dunes, sea oats, and a mile of Gulf frontage protected from the Scenic 98 development just inland. Sixty-site campground, six picnic pavilions, and the easiest "wild beach" access in the Destin sprawl.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 58% rain · 86°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 58% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 86°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
33 /100
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28 Swim
53 Sunbathe
19 Walk
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Cloudy
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
58%
Today
Tomorrow
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
86°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
6:22 PM
-0.1 ft · in 3.6h
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ655)
The MOB office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- ALZ265 Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal — Dauphin Island, Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, n/a
- FLZ202 Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal — Pensacola Beach, Gulf Breeze, Navarre Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:45 AM
Sunset
8:51 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:51 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 6:22 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
46
88°
Sunny
6%
85
87°
Sunny
4%
85
89°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
28%
38
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
35
88°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
46
What to Bring Today
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 86°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 58% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot included in entry. Pre-registration via Day Use Pass required for entry as of mid-2026; reserve up to 60 days in advance.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome in the park; not on the beach.
Entry Fee
$6 per vehicle.
Address
17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Henderson Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Henderson Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Henderson Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome in the park; not on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Henderson Beach State Park?
$6 per vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at Henderson Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Henderson Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Henderson Beach State Park?
Amenities at Henderson Beach State Park include restrooms, showers, picnic pavilions, campground (60 sites), nature trail, boardwalks.
When is the water warmest at Henderson 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 Henderson Beach State Park located?
Henderson Beach State Park is in Okaloosa County, FL, at 17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541.
Nearby Beaches
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