Topsail Hill Preserve Campground

The Great Outdoors

Search for an RV in Walton County, and you’ll discover countless opportunities for lovers of the outdoors. One such place is Grayton Beach State Park. Grayton Beach consistently ranks among the most scenic and pristine beaches in the United States. Spreading across 2,000 acres, the park has ocean and lake swimming, a boat ramp, hiking and biking trails, and campgrounds. Located between Destin and Panama City Beach, visitors can explore more than four miles of trails through coastal forests, kayak and canoe in the water, and even camp.Another large park in the area is Eden Gardens State Park. The focal point of the park is a stately two-story home with white columns and a wrap-around porch built in 1897. The home is adorned with Louis XVI furniture and antique family heirlooms. Manicured gardens and longleaf pine and cypress forests surround the mansion. Visitors who camp at Topsail Hill Preserve Campground can enjoy a guided tour of the Wesley House, check out the gardens, or go fishing off the dock in Tucker Bayou.Yet another park is Camp Helen State Park. The 180-acre park is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Powell, Florida’s largest coastal dune lake. A day-use area, visitors to the park can swim in the lake or the ocean or enjoy fresh and saltwater fishing. There are also opportunities for hiking and fishing. Check out three miles of hiking trails, nature study, and more.

Exploring the City

If you’re traveling with children, a cool place to check out is the Emerald Coast Science Center in Fort Walton Beach. The science center houses more than 45 interactive, hands-on exhibits including, animals, colors, the human body, futuristic robots, and more. The museum is also home to birds, various mammals, and an impressive reptile exhibit. In addition to the exhibits, the science center houses several animals, including parrots, cockatoos, snakes, cockatiels, and more.Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier is an impressive concrete pier known for its saltwater fishing, summer fireworks, and bird watching opportunities. The pier is popular among anglers of all experience levels. And if you forgot something at home, don’t worry. You can rent fishing poles, buy bait and tackle, and even snacks from Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier.If you enjoy local history, visit the Indian Temple Mound Museum. The museum opened in 1962 and is home to interpretative exhibits that tell the story of 12,000 years of Native American occupation. At the museum, you’ll find over 1,000 artifacts made of shell, clay, bone, and stone. There’s also a large collection of prehistoric ceramics found in the Southeast United States. When you rent a motorhome in Santa Rosa Beach and visit the Indian Temple Mound Museum, you can learn about European explorers, early settlers, and local pirates.Santa Rosa Beach is a stunning place on Florida’s gulf coast. No matter your interest or age, you can find something you enjoy when you visit. Whether you want to spend your time sunbathing, exploring local state parks, or checking out the world-class museums, there’s something everyone can enjoy when you camp with an RV near Santa Rosa Beach.