Thanks to the hard work of a dedicated group of locals, South Walton has added an entire layer of recreation through artificial reef environments. The South Walton Artificial Reef Association (SWARA) has installed the first set of near shore reefs off our beaches.
The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA) of Northwest Florida State College announces the summer session of its award winning eco-tourism initiative, Discover Roads Less Traveled: Eco-Adventures of Walton County. Voted Best Outdoor Adventure in the 2015 Perfect in South Walton- Best of the Best list, the summer tour line-up falls nothing short. Don’t miss the chance to get outdoors this summer and explore!
March 12, 2015 by admin
Grand Boulevard is South Walton's premier shop, eat, play and stay destination. Located near the entrance to Sandestin, the outdoor lifestyle center features exclusive boutiques and eateries, renowned national retail brands, a wide mix of specialty services, as well as the only movie theater in South Walton where you can catch the latest flicks,
As is true with any location fortunate enough to be by a large body of water – the beach is by far the number one reason eager travelers head to our corner of paradise.
Granted, South Walton is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the country – or the world for that matter – but the most precious souvenir any departing guest ventures home with is not sandy feet or a sun-kissed tan. Explorers who arrive seeking fun in the sun find this in abundance, but perhaps the most valuable keepsake of all found on our shores is inspiration.
The judging is complete and the official results are in for our 2014 "You're So SoWal if..." contest! A big SoWal thanks to everyone who sent in entries to make this year the best ever with great stuff from across the country. Beach lovers near and far know and love South Walton beaches!
This is the 4th year of our contest and every year we are thrilled by the creative, funny, and heartwarming entries. Thanks to everyone for sharing what SoWal means to you, especially our loyal SoWal Forum members.
June 24, 2014 by SoWal Staff
When you step inside this fine Rosemary Beach home, it is difficult to find words that describe just how creative and unique it is. The Gulf view home is owned and has been carefully adorned by interior designer Vern Yip. It's graced by interesting artwork, décor and furniture that is a feast for the senses.
June 23, 2014 by Kurt Lischka
Each year the fun begins at the Red Bar in Grayton Beach as folks roll out of bed and into their trucks, jeeps, and boats to parade around the town.
A Local Fourth of July Weekend Tradition Finds Its Sea Legs
“Whenever two sailboats are on the water at the same time,” says Charlie Thornton, “it’s a race. The captains may not admit it, but each wants to go faster than the other.”
Some things never change.
Last Fourth of July local sailors gathered for the legendary Rags to Riches Regatta, a Hobie Cat Race with a course between Grayton Beach and Seagrove. Seventeen captains showed up with their crew and 16-foot Hobies to negotiate the famously rowdy Gulf.
The judging is complete and the official results are in for our 2013 "You're So SoWal if..." contest! We laughed and we cried, and we appreciate the flood of entries from SoWal beach lovers near and far!
This is the third year we've had our contest and every year we've been dazzled by the creative, funny, and heartwarming entries. Thanks to everyone for sharing what SoWal means to you, especially our loyal SoWal Forum members.
June 26, 2013 by SoWal Staff
The beach means summer and the best of summer in SoWal is during 4th of July week. There is so much fun and fireworks everywhere you turn, in every beach town. All along South Walton Beaches is an all-American celebration every year during the first week of July. Parades, flags, watermelon and music blend perfectly with beautiful beaches and happy families.
Be sure to check the SoWal Events Calendar, the SoWal Live Music Calendar, and the SoWal Forum for all the happenings.
