Outdoors & Nature

February 22, 2021

People flock to South Walton from all over the world to enjoy the most beautiful beaches on the planet.

September 3, 2020

Sea turtle hatchlings are beginning to appear on beaches throughout the Sunshine State, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is asking the public to help ensure these tiny turtles reach the ocean by following a few simple guidelines.

June 17, 2020

South Walton beaches are a go-to destination for summer fun and for sea turtles.

June 15, 2020

Stop by the Rosemary Beach Town Administration Building and pick up a map for a walking tour to check out the 2019-2020 edition of the outdoor sculpture exhibit.

March 19, 2020

It’s an exciting time of year in SoWal – when locals break out of hibernation, prepare for tourist season, and plan for stellar outdoor fun.

May 5, 2019

Sea Turtle Season runs May 1 – October 31 in South Walton.

July 4, 2018

Visiting Eden Gardens State Park is tuning out the rest of the world and tuning in the “ Real Florida ”.

February 3, 2018

In an effort to mitigate storm effects and maintain its beaches in the best possible condition, Seaside is restoring and re-nourishing its coastal sand dunes.

November 14, 2017

Friends of South Walton Sea Turtles group invites our community to the We Share the Beaches Educational Series held at the South Walton Coastal Branch Library.

July 18, 2017

On the east side of South Walton just east of Inlet Beach, turn off Highway 98 and through the gate of Camp Helen State Park and be amazed how fast you go from freeway frenzy to total tranquility.

July 3, 2017

As people make plans to go to the beach for the Independence Day holiday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding the public to help protect beach-nesting shorebirds and sea turtles by giving them space and keeping personal fireworks off the beach.

June 29, 2017

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) in partnership with the South Walton Artificial Reef Association (SWARA) will join two of SoWal’s most beloved attractions – the arts and the Gulf of Mexico – by creating The Underwater Museum of Art (UMA), North America’s first underwater permanent sculpture exhibit.