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The Beaches of South Walton


Featured in Family Circle,
October 2006

BY ELLEN H. PARLAPIANO

WHY IT’S SPECIAL This pristine 26-mile stretch of Panhandle shoreline is known as the “Emerald Coast” for its clear green waters. A coastline bike trail winds through picturesque communities, with sherbet-colored cottages and names like Seaside, WaterColor and Santa Rosa Beach.

GREAT ADVENTURES Fish for catfish from the beach at Topsail Hill State Preserve, where the sand dunes can soar 25-feet tall. Or rent a canoe for $10 and paddle the rare dune lake at Grayton Beach State Park.

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