Crystal Sands Beach

Crystal Sands Beach is located by Scenic Highway 98 in Destin, Florida and is approximately one hour's drive from Pensacola. Destin is a small fishing village that lies between the Gulf of Mexico and Choctawhatchee Bay, which separates the peninsula from the mainland. The white sandy beach is part of what is known as the Emerald Coast due to the emerald green sea.

Visitors are attracted to the beach for sunbathing and swimming in the sea but there are other activities to be enjoyed here too. Activities offered here include pontoon and wave runner rentals, parasailing, snorkelling, dolphin spotting and sightseeing cruises. A popular place for families to visit whilst staying here is the Gulfarium on Okaloosa Island. This is one of the oldest aquariums in the United States.

Being an active fishing area there are many opportunities for holidaymakers to charter a boat for sea fishing. There are lots of hotels and condominiums located nearby as well as eateries with a large choice of seafood and other dishes. Another nearby attraction is Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park on US Highway 98 East. This has many water activities as well as miniature golf and a race track.