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Okaloosa Island, national seashore: Gulf Island National Seashore - South of Mircle Strip Pkwy SE

Florida

About

Okaloosa Island is a stretch of beach within Gulf Islands National Seashore in Florida, south of Mircle Strip Pkwy SE. The nearest town is Cinco Bayou, about 2.7 miles away. For beach weather, spring and fall are the most comfortable times to visit. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show highs around 76°F in April and 81°F in October, while July and August average highs near 91°F. For a change from the sand, Timber Lake Trails lies about 6.6 miles away and offers a hiking option close to the coast.

Beach Details

Parking

Large lot

Restrooms

Yes

As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.

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Location

Okaloosa Island, national seashore: Gulf Island National Seashore - South of Mircle Strip Pkwy SE

Florida

Data: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program. Source metadata

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, 6.4 mi away. High / low in °F.

  1. Jan63° high45° low
  2. Feb66° high48° low
  3. Mar71° high54° low
  4. Apr76° high60° low
  5. May84° high68° low
  6. Jun89° high74° low
  7. Jul91° high76° low
  8. Aug91° high76° low
  9. Sep88° high72° low
  10. Oct81° high63° low
  11. Nov72° high53° low
  12. Dec66° high47° low

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020

Where it is

Nearest town
Cinco Bayou, Florida · 2.7 mi

Source: NPS Land Resources boundaries; USGS GNIS populated places

Conditions

Active alerts for Gulf Islands National Seashore as of Oct 9, 2026:

Source: NPS Alerts API

Nearby

Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)

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