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Biking 

Scenic Highway 30-A Bike Path
Safely navigate South Walton's most picturesque roadway on eight-feet wide, off-road bike paths that wind along pristine fresh water lakes, quiet communities, undeveloped woodlands and beach areas. Paths are constructed from Blue Mountain Beach to Inlet Beach, except where pedestrian sidewalks exist. Nine miles are off-road, and a majority of the rest of the 18-mile stretch is connected to the highway.

Eastern Lake Bike/Hike Trail
A 10-mile loop in the Point Washington State Forest that passes through a variety of natural vegetation and wildlife habitat. Call for maps and regulations.  Phone: (850) 231-5800


Boat Cruises

The Glass-Bottom Boat
"A Sightseeing Adventure"

Pirate Cruise
3601 Thomas Drive
Panama City Beach, Florida

Young and Old, the Pirate Cruise has something for everyone.  Cruise away into the fantasy world of swashbucklers and pirates.  Pirate Cruises provide sightseeing, historical narration, entertainment and festive music for all occasions.  1-850-234-7400.

Scenic Helicopter and Airplane Tours

Paradise Helicopter
15726 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, Florida

See the world's most beautiful beaches from the best seat on the beach.  Available for aerial photography and scenic flights.  Open all year.  1-850-230-2080     

Bay Seaplanes, Inc.
Experience Alaskan Style Bush Flying in a Tropical Setting.  See the world's most beautiful beaches as never before.  Crystal clear waters, dolphins, and shell island from a bird's eye view.  Share this unique experience with the family aboard a Cessna 180K, carrying up to five passengers.  1-850-234-1532


Fishing

Destin Princess
Destin, Florida
Year round deep sea fishing aboard the 65' Catamaran Destin Princess - Destin's Newest and Fastest Party Boat.  The Destin Princess is Coast Guard approved for up to 45 passengers.  Toll Free 1-888-837-5088

Adventure Charter Service
Destin, Florida
Private, Group, and Corporate Charters. 1-850-654-4070

Sweet Jody
Destin, Florida
Year round deep sea fishing.  4-12 hour trips available morning and afternoon.  1-850-650-2500.

Captain Anderson's Marina
5550 North Lagoon Drive
Panama City Beach, Florida

Deep Sea Fishing 1-850-234-3435


South Walton's Nature Trails

Cassine Garden's Nature Trail
The on-property nature trail and boardwalk meander through three miles of scenic marsh-land, forests and white sand beaches. Call for information.  Phone: (850) 231-5721

Deer Lake State Park
Located just east of Seagrove Beach off County Road 30-A, the south side of the park offers 172 acres of undeveloped pristine beach and lake areas. North of 30-A, the park features 1,700 acres of old unmarked hiking trails that meander through unspoiled native vegetation.  Phone: (850) 267-1868

Eastern Lake Bike/Hike Trail
A 10-mile loop in the Point Washington State Forest that passes through a variety of natural vegetation and wildlife habitat. Call for maps and regulations.  Phone: (850) 231-5800



Swim with the Dolphins

Treasure Island Marina
3605 Thomas Drive, Slip#22
Panama City Beach, Florida

Daily trips off beautiful Shell Island with a chance to swim with dolphins.  Shallow water, lots of marine life and shells.  Great for first timers and families.  Deli lunch and snorkel gear included.  1-850-234-7377



Snorkeling

Hydrospace Dive Shop
Highway 98
Panama City Beach, Florida

1-850-234-3063

Water Parks

Big Kahuna's Themepark
1007 Highway 98 East
Destin, Florida
Big Kahuna's Lost Paradise Themepark/Waterpark is a 23-acre family entertainment complex.  Everything from the world's largest 54-hole tropical golf course, winding through caves and waterfalls in a beautifully landscaped jungle setting, to the waterpark with the largest man-made waterfall, pumping 30,000 gallons of crystal clear water per minute over 250 feet of mountain granite rock.  There's rushing rivers, speed slides, body flumes, white water tubing, leisurely lagoons, pools, slides, rides, children's water slides and play area that completes this water paradise.  1-850-837-4061.

Live Greyhound Racing

Ebro Greyhound Park
Corner of Highway 20 and 79
Ebro, Florida
Ebro Greyhound Park offers spacious wagering areas, snack bars, Paddock Buffet and lounge seating, box seats, and trackside seating for a close-up look at the excitement.  1-850-234-3943.