Adventure is never far in Destin-Fort Walton Beach.
Our clear, emerald water makes Destin-Fort Walton Beach the best place to try something new. Use the filter below to customize your family's next bite-sized water adventure.
Trip Ideas
While beachgoers can lay out on the sand, shoppers can stroll down the HarborWalk Village and savor plates of Gulf-to-Table seafood. What will you do in Destin-Fort Walton Beach?
![A fish with a tag swims underwater in green, murky water.](https://www.destinfwb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Tagged-Cobia-Underwater1-480x353.png)
The Future of Cobia Tagging
The Future of Cobia Tagging Cobia tagging is more than just a pastime for local anglers- it’s a vital part of marine conservation efforts. Known for its rich marine biodiversity, Destin-Fort Walton Beach attracts fishermen from all over to participate in Cobia migration. A Collaborative Conservation Effort Over…
Read more![](https://www.destinfwb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Ghost-crabs-night-453x360.jpg)
Three Ways to Participate in International Dark Sky Week in Destin-Fort Walton Beach
International Dark Sky Week is a worldwide celebration to bring awareness to the harmful effects of light pollution. What is light pollution? Light pollution is the human-made alteration of outdoor light levels from those occurring naturally. Why reduce the impact of light pollution? For one, do…
Read more![a pier under the water with a blue sky.](https://www.destinfwb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/emeraldcoast_480x360.jpg)
Where to See Sea Turtles in Destin-Fort Walton Beach
Where to See Sea Turtles in Destin-Fort Walton Beach Destin-Fort Walton Beach is home to some amazing wildlife, including our four species of sea turtles! You can see Loggerhead, Green, Kemp’s Ridley, and Leatherback sea turtles in our crystal-clear Gulf waters. Our flippered friends are active and…
Read more![](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/AD1_summits-resized-new-2.png)