Photo of Okaloosa Island Beach with white fine sand surface

Photo of Okaloosa Island Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Okaloosa Island Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Okaloosa Island Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Okaloosa Island Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.6

Excellent

Okaloosa Island Beach

Fort Walton Beach, United States

#8 out of 266 in Florida

8.6

Excellent

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access White fine sand Good for Surfing Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Fort Walton Beach • 1 km

Map of beach

Park Fort Walton Beach Landing Park

790m

Park John Beasley Park

860m

Tourist Attraction The Boardwalk, Okaloosa Island

180m

Tourist Attraction Okaloosa Island Pier

350m

Museum Emerald Coast Science Center

1.3km

Tourist Attraction HarborWalk Village

7.8km

Tourist Attraction Destin Harbor Boardwalk

7.9km

Museum Air Force Armament Museum

8.6km

Aquarium Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

110m

Amusement Park Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

440m

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About

Okaloosa Island Beach is located on the Gulf of Mexico (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 8th place out of 266 beaches in the Florida region 224.5 km away from its center, the city of Tallahassee. It is one of the beaches of Fort Walton Beach settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and white fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Okaloosa Island Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, showers, toilets, sea pool. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Okaloosa Island Beach is located in Florida region (Okaloosa County sub-region) within Fort Walton Beach, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+30 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

6 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Fort Walton Beach • 1 km

Map of beach

Park Fort Walton Beach Landing Park

790m

Park John Beasley Park

860m

Tourist Attraction The Boardwalk, Okaloosa Island

180m

Tourist Attraction Okaloosa Island Pier

350m

Museum Emerald Coast Science Center

1.3km

Tourist Attraction HarborWalk Village

7.8km

Tourist Attraction Destin Harbor Boardwalk

7.9km

Museum Air Force Armament Museum

8.6km

Aquarium Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

110m

Amusement Park Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

440m

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

130m from the beach

7 Good

Water's Edge 118

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Fort Walton Beach • 1km from center

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280m from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Tropical Isle #205

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Fort Walton Beach • 980m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.5 (Excellent)

What to do in Okaloosa Island Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Okaloosa Island Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Localities

Nearest

Fort Walton Beach • 1km

Main locality of province

Tallahassee • 224.5km

Transport

Airport

VPS • 12.9km

Bus Station

Boardwalk/Wayside Park • 2.4km

Train Station

Baldwin County Express Inc. • 96.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.6 Excellent

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Average Reviews rating

8.6 Excellent

Lorena Lee

10 Exceptional

This beach is absolutely gorgeous! I make sure to visit every year whenever I can. I highly recommend taking the time to check it out if you're in the area. Plus, the white fine sand is an added bonus.

March 2023

Diana Duvall

10 Exceptional

One of our favorite spots in FWB is this beach, which boasts white, fine sand.

March 2023

Aurora

8 Very good

The beach offers of minimal seaweed and a refreshing breeze that adds to the serene ambiance. The parking facilities are adequate, making it a convenient spot for a day out.

March 2023

Keshaun Ambrosio

10 Exceptional

Offers a fantastic snorkeling experience with its nearby reef.

March 2023

Philippa Paulson

10 Exceptional

The beach was stunningly beautiful, captured perfectly by Loretta Lewis Photography in March. It boasts white, fine sand that adds to its natural charm.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Okaloosa Island Beach?

The Okaloosa Island Beach is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.

What are the key activities at Okaloosa Island Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Okaloosa Island Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Okaloosa Island Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Okaloosa Island Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Okaloosa Island Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Okaloosa Island Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Okaloosa Island Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Okaloosa Island Beach?

Okaloosa Island Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Okaloosa Island Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Okaloosa Island Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Okaloosa Island Beach?

There are 1397 places to stay in the Okaloosa Island Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Okaloosa Island Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Okaloosa Island Beach from parking?

The Okaloosa Island Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Okaloosa Island Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Okaloosa Island Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Okaloosa Island Pier located in 2.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Okaloosa Island Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Okaloosa Island Beach is August. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 17°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Okaloosa Island Beach (Florida) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.