AREA FUN FACTS South Walton, found along the Emerald Coast of Florida and home of Hilton Sandestin Beach, is widely considered one of the top vacation destinations in the world. Take a look at these fun facts, and you’ll understand why.
55
300 +
Special events and festivals are held annually on the Emerald Coast.
40%
of the land in South Walton is protected in 4 state parks and 1 state forest.
Safe and sound …
WHETHER YOU’VE COME HERE FOR WORK OR FOR PLAY, WE WANT YOU TO ENJOY YOURSELF. HERE ARE A FEW HOUSEKEEPING SUGGESTIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPERIENCE AT YOUR BEACHFRONT HOME AWAY FROM HOME:
No glass on the deck, pool or beaches.
No coolers on the deck/pool areas.
Please wear proper
sea turtle
attire inside the hotel.
NESTS MARKED
Please be aware of
in 2019 by South Walton turtle patrols.
the daily beach flags for safe swimming.
Nesting season runs from May to October.
20
species of edible gamefish are found in the Gulf and local waters.
15
rare coastal dune lakes are found in South Walton, the largest concentration in the world.
WATER CLOSED TO PUBLIC
HIGH HAZARD
MEDIUM HAZARD
LOW HAZARD
MARINE PEST PRESENT
200 75degrees
miles of hiking and biking trails in Walton County.
is the average annual temperature.
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