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Watercolor Beach

Watercolor Beach(Van Ness Butler Junior)

United States, Florida, Santa Rosa Beach 

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Watercolor Beach

United States, Florida, Santa Rosa Beach 

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Located in the western end of the city of Santa Rosa Beach, Watercolor Beach is a mile - long beach with white sand and a nearby grove of pine trees. 

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Watercolor Beach. Fish Out of Water Restaurant offers light-filled views that serve incredible seafood, salad, sandwiches, burgers, tacos, and desserts. Bud & Alley’s Pizza Bar + Trattoria is a bay-front classic Italian cuisine restaurant that serves amazing wood-fired pizzas, salads, pasta, and appetizers. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near Watercolor Beach, the modestly priced Barefoot BBQ serves amazing smoked meat sandwiches, salads, nachos, and desserts.

If you are looking for a hotel near Watercolor Beach, there are many great nearby options. If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 4-Star Watercolor Inn is five minutes away by car and offers many amenities including a golf course, a fitness center, a spa, a business center, an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a beach club, and a restaurant. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard which offers many amenities including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, and a restaurant. As another moderately priced option, the 3-Star Hyatt Place Sandestin/ At Grand Boulevard offers many amenities including a golf course, a fitness center, an outdoor pool, a business center, and a complimentary breakfast. If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near Watercolor Beach, the modestly priced 2-Star Sleep Inn Near Sandestin Beach offers many amenities including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, a business center, and a complimentary breakfast.

Watercolor Beach has many amenities including lifeguards, restrooms, showers, and ATMs. Dogs are allowed on the beach if they are on a leash, and the beach is open from sunrise to sunset. Watercolor Beach offers several fun activities including hiking, canoeing, paddle boarding, scuba diving, surfing, and swimming.

There are many attractions near Watercolor Beach. Jolee Island Nature Park is a family park that offers several amenities including serene nature trails, picnic shelters, and a playground that features swings, a pirate boat, playhouses, and treehouses. Historic Wesley House is a mansion that was built in 1895 and is famous for its Louis XVI furniture – it is surrounded by longleaf pine trees, cypress trees, moss-draped oak trees, vibrant flower gardens, and a lake. In addition, the visitors can enjoy a guided tour to Wesley’s house, along with picnicking, fishing, and hiking. If you are looking for another attraction near Watercolor Beach, Big Kahuna’s Water & Adventure Park is a park that features a lazy river, tall water slides, waves, rivers pools, a mini-golf course, a cyclone twister, a sky coaster, and numerous rides.

Getting to Watercolor Beach is easy - the access stairs to the beach are present near 1931 East County Highway 30A. A free parking lot is available near the access stairs.

There are many attractions near Watercolor Beach. Jolee Island Nature Park is a family park that offers several amenities including serene nature trails, picnic shelters, and a playground that features swings, a pirate boat, playhouses, and treehouses. Historic Wesley House is a mansion that was built in 1895 and is famous for its Louis XVI furniture – it is surrounded by longleaf pine trees, cypress trees, moss-draped oak trees, vibrant flower gardens, and a lake. In addition, the visitors can enjoy a guided tour to Wesley’s house, along with picnicking, fishing, and hiking. If you are looking for another attraction near Watercolor Beach, Big Kahuna’s Water & Adventure Park is a park that features a lazy river, tall water slides, waves, rivers pools, a mini-golf course, a cyclone twister, a sky coaster, and numerous rides.

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IN20 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, USA

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    Does Watercolor Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Watercolor Beach have lifeguards?

    Yes, this Beach ensures safety with professional lifeguards on duty throughout the day, offering peace of mind for beachgoers.

    Is Watercolor Beach a family-friendly beach?

    Yes, this Beach is the perfect family destination, offering clean restrooms, vigilant lifeguards, and a variety of nearby food options, ensuring an enjoyable day for all.

    Is Watercolor Beach good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Watercolor Beach have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Watercolor Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Watercolor Beach?

    Yes, this Beach has multiple restaurant options near or on the beach.

    What are the activities at Watercolor Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Hiking, Scuba Diving, Surfing.

    Does Watercolor Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Watercolor Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!

    Is Watercolor Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.

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