Henderson Beach State Park - Destin

Steve’s take

If you're on I-10 through the panhandle and the kids are begging for the beach, Henderson Beach in Destin is about thirty minutes south and the water is emerald green over sugar white sand. It's a state park, which means no condo towers, no jet ski rentals, just beach. The boardwalk trail through the dunes is beautiful and the swimming is excellent. This is the Florida panhandle at its finest — bring towels and plan to stay a while.