Location: Fort Walton Beach
Top Things to do in Fort Walton Beach
8 Nature & Parks in Fort Walton Beach That You Shouldn't Miss
The great outdoors is likely to feature prominently in any vacation to Fort Walton Beach. There are two public golf courses in Fort Walton Beach, The Oaks and The Pines, while championship courses such as the one at Regatta Bay are within easy reach. Sea anglers have the opportunity for some fine shore or boat fishing, hunting down the big game fish which populate the waters off the Florida coast. The more adventurous may wish to go surfing - or even take instruction and perform a parachute jump!
Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach
1. Nonie's Ark Animal Encounters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Nonie's Ark come to YOU! The address listed is where you can see the "crew mates" on display at The Emerald Coast Science Center. PaRtY AnImAlS FoR HiRe!!! A Fun Hands-On Learning Adventure Featuring Live Exotic Animals for Birthday's, Classrooms, Festivals and MORE! Crew mates of this Ark include unwanted pets adopted by Nonie, Wildlife Educator in the Florida Panhandle.
2. Okaloosa Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,546 reviews
Reviewed By GrandTour816989
Great beach vibe! We were in town for a beach wedding. We enjoyed our time on the beautiful beach and loved the pool grotto bar. We will definitely come back for another visit very soon!
3. John C Beasley Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By chelslynne - Pensacola, United States
There is a lifeguard showers and bathrooms. I would frequent this beach if I lived in the area. No high rises in the immediate area either just sea grass!
4. Ross Marler Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By TravelinCroakers - Rockmart, United States
FWB has some really nice free parks. Marler park has a boat launch, picnic pavilions, swimming area, fishing dock, a wetland area, walking path, and maybe more I didn't even see because we stayed around the dock.
5. Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,490 reviews
Delight in watching dolphins leap and sea lions play during our spectacular shows! Or participate and interact directly with these and other remarkable marine animals including stingrays, sharks, and otters in our new interactive programming (additional fee applies). Enjoy educational exhibits and beautiful ocean views. Open daily at 9am.
Reviewed By Gigililly
Took visiting family, thought it would be a good way to kill a couple hours. SO much fun!!! It’s like a mini sea world without the overpriced foods, and crowds. Can’t wait to go back!!
6. The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 381 reviews
Reviewed By stevolene - Chattanooga, United States
This is probably the center piece of okaloosa island, lots of shops and eateries, you don’t have to spend a dime if you don’t want to, lots a little quaint places just to chill , look at the beach and people watch
7. Liza Jackson Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By jessicacZ17IY - Baltimore, United States
This dog park was a great find. I found it on Sunday. There were a great group of.dog owners, big and small, but not crowded. Big and small dogs were separated. They had benches and water fountains. The best part was the view! A great Sandy bay area with picnic tables where you throw your dog a ball or walk along the Waters edge. A great beautiful spot for playing and relaxing with your pet in fort Walton Beach, FL.
8. Fort Walton Beach Landing Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By cherylh903 - Durham, United States
This is a small, beautiful park with 700 feet of bay waterfront. It offers a concert stage, gazebo, playground, rock climbing wall, beautiful view of the bay, boat ramps, picnic tables, boardwalk, greenspace, and fishing pier. We grabbed a quick takeout lunch and sat in the gazebo while we ate and watched barges and boats going by. Be sure to check the website for special events being held in the park.
