Outdoors

Seasonal 30A packing guide with eco-friendly tips—reef-safe sunscreen, reusable gear, layering advice, and year-round sustainable essentials.

Coastal neighborhoods along 30A that make car-free living easy with direct beach access, trails, and compact town centers.

Overview of customary use vs private beach ownership on 30A, SB1622 changes, the 20‑ft transitory zone, $120M for renourishment, and tips for renters.

Five hands-on South Walton workshops on native plants, Florida-friendly landscaping, rain gardens, and coastal dune lake gardening.

Explore 30A’s coastal dune lakes to spot birds, dolphins, sea turtles, and alligators; includes top paddling spots, rentals, safety tips, and best times.

Compare family-friendly 30A neighborhoods with safe, walkable designs, parks, trails, beaches, and community events to find the best fit for your family.

Calm paddleboard tours on Lake Powell at Camp Helen: rentals from $25/hr, guided eco-tours around $30, wildlife viewing, online reservations and safety tips.

Family-friendly beaches, hiking, kayaking on rare coastal dune lakes, wildlife viewing, cabins and campsites at Grayton Beach State Park. $5 vehicle entry.

Compare Topsail Hill's coastal dune-lake conservation, species protection, and community education with other Florida parks facing development and habitat threats.

A concise look at Choctawhatchee Bay’s habitats, wildlife, recreation, and local programs combating pollution through restoration and water-quality monitoring.

Walton County dog beach rules: who can get permits, allowed hours, fees, leash and vaccination requirements, rental pet policies, and fines.

Compare 10 30A vacation rentals with private pools, easy beach access, family-friendly amenities, and optional pool heating.