The best 30A Beaches
Here is a guide to the best 30A beaches. The “30A” area has fewer crowds and lower prices than many other parts of Florida, all while offering beautiful beaches with miles and miles of white sand.
If you’re considering a Florida family vacation and looking for the best 30A beaches, this is for you! We cover all of Florida, so don’t miss our posts like the 15 best money saving tips for Disney World and 30 best things to do in Clearwater with Kids when you’re done here!
What is 30A?
30A refers to County Road 30A between Panama City and Fort Walton Beach, Florida. This 26-mile stretch along the Gulf of Mexico features many different communities. 30A is loved for its iconic white sand beaches and crystal clear water.
Influencers have popularized the term “30A,” although it’s also known as the “Redneck Riviera.” Technically, it is part of Florida’s Emerald Coast or the panhandle. Whatever you’d like to call it, this is a guide to the best 30A Beaches!
How to get to the 30A Beaches
One of the reasons the 30A beaches are so popular is that you can drive to them fairly easily from most of the southern and some of the mid-western states. If you choose to fly, you can fly into Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) or Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) in Panama City.
You can find direct flights from select cities on Allegiant Airlines, Southwest Airlines, plus the “big three” American, United, and Delta.
If you fly, make sure to rent a car from Discount USA Car Rental. They offer the best prices on rental cars and work with all the major car companies.
The best 30A Beaches
Here are the best 30A Beaches, listed in no particular order.
Alys Beach
This beach is a popular destination for families and weddings. You’ll find a nature trail and splash pads at this beach.
Santa Rosa Beach
Santa Rosa is the largest beach community on this list, and one of Travel + Leisure’s “top five favorite towns in America.” You can explore Point Washington State Forest, run the trails, go fishing, and check out the many nearby restaurants.
Dune Allen Beach
This is one of the closest 30A beaches to Destin,
WaterSound
WaterSound is located between Seacreast and Seagrove and is a private, coastal community.
Seagrove Beach
This is another laid-back beach close to many outdoor activities. This beach feels like “Old Florida” with a slower pace and is less developed than some of the other 30A communities.
Seacrest Beach
Seacrest Beach is another very casual beach community. While there aren’t as many amenities here, you’ll find some of the best white sand and turquois blue waters.
Rosemary Beach
Rosemary Beach is a stunning beach with more upscale amenities. There are plenty of restaurants, shops, and art galleries nearby.
Grayton Beach
Grayton Beach features the sugar-white sand you think of when you think of 30A and has a laid-back atmosphere.
Seaside
This beach is well known for its pastel-hued architecture as well as restaurant scene. Fun fact, The Truman Show was primarily filmed in Seaside, Florida.
Inlet Beach
If you’re looking for a quieter beach, this can be a good option. Inlet Beach is one of the most eastern beaches of these 30A beaches.
Where to stay in 30A
Here are some of the best hotels in 30A.
You can also check out the many, many VRBO properties along 30A.
A Guide to 30A Beaches
I hope this guide to the best 30A beaches helps you find what you’re looking for! Make sure to check out our other blog posts for 30A, Northwest Florida, and the Emerald Coast.
Here are some other things to do in Northwest Florida:
- The Best Places to Stay in Navarre Beach Florida
- The 20 best things to do in Navarre with kids
- The best Destin Florida Beaches
- A Guide to Crab Island in Destin, Florida
- 32 things to do in Destin Florida
- The best restaurants in Destin
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