Destin: Henderson Beach State Park
About
Henderson Beach State Park is a public beach access point in Florida, about 2 miles from the town of Destin. It's a developed stop rather than a remote stretch of sand, with restrooms, lifeguards, accessible access and parking on site. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show October highs around 81°F with lows near 63°F, while May is similar at about 84°F with fewer rainy days than midsummer. July and August are the hottest and wettest months, averaging around 91°F with 11 to 12 wet days each. A fee is charged to use the beach. For time off the sand, Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park Trail is about 8 miles away and offers a hike nearby.
Beach Details
Lifeguards
On duty (often seasonal)
Parking
Large lot
Fee
Entrance 4.00
Restrooms
Yes
Accessible access
Yes
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Destin: Henderson Beach State Park
Florida
Data: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program. Source metadata · Official page
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Oct–May. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 63–84°F and lows of 45–68°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Destin Ft Walton Ap, FL weather station, 1.9 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan63° high45° low
- Feb66° high48° low
- Mar71° high54° low
- Apr76° high60° low
- May84° high68° low
- Jun89° high74° low
- Jul91° high76° low
- Aug91° high76° low
- Sep88° high72° low
- Oct81° high63° low
- Nov72° high53° low
- Dec66° high47° low
Nearby
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park TrailHiking7.8 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
