Best LGBTQ Beaches in Fort Walton Beach

Located in the southern end of the city of Fort Walton Beach, Santa Rosa Island Beach is an eight mile - long beach with light brown sand. Santa Rosa Island Beach does not have lifeguards or any other amenities, so plan your visit accordingly. Dogs are not allowed on the Santa Rosa Island Beach, and the beach is open from 6 a.m. until sunset. 

Located in the city of Fort Walton Beach, John Beasley Park Beach is a quiet beach situated on the Gulf side of Okaloosa Island in Florida. John Beasley Park Beach is well-equipped with amenities including the free parking lot, lifeguards, showers, restrooms, 12 picnic tables, and vending machines. There are also few activities here, including fishing, paddleboards, and swimming. John Beasley Park Beach is a five-minute drive from the nearby attractions including Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier, Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone, and Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park.