Boating & Things to Do in Santa Rosa Beach
Discover 7 amazing destinations, from hidden anchorages to lively sandbars.
Best Time to Visit
Subtropical climate featuring mild, dry winters and warm, active summers perfect for sandbar rafting and reef snorkeling. Boaters generally favor the November to May window for the most stable cruising conditions.
Winter (Dec – Feb)
Air: 74°F – 78°FWater: 71°F – 73°F
Cool offshore breezes, excellent visibility for reef snorkeling.
Spring (Mar – May)
Air: 81°F – 85°FWater: 76°F – 78°F
Sandbar season begins, prime offshore sportfishing conditions.
Summer (Jun – Aug)
Air: 88°F – 92°FWater: 83°F – 86°F
Warm waters, afternoon thunder showers, lobster season opens in late July.
Autumn (Sep – Nov)
Air: 82°F – 86°FWater: 79°F – 82°F
Tropical season transitions to pleasant autumn cooling.
Events Calendar
No upcoming seasonal events registered for Santa Rosa Beach yet.
Recommended Voyages & Itineraries
Curated Route4 Days
Biscayne Bay to Key Largo Cruise
Cruise south from Miami's high-energy sandbars through Biscayne National Park. Stop at Elliott Key, snorkel Carysfort Reef Lighthouse, and dock-and-dine in Key Largo.
Planned Stops
Miami→
Nixon Sandbar→
Elliott Key→
Carysfort Reef→
Key Largo
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All Santa Rosa Beach Destinations
MARINA
Tom’s Landing
Santa Rosa Beach
Tom’s Landing is a charming marina nestled in the scenic area of Point Washington, Santa Rosa Beach. Known for its well-maintained facilities and covered, lifted slips, this marina offers a tranquil and secure environment for boaters. Its strategic location provides quick access to the bay, making it an ideal spot for fishing enthusiasts and those planning excursions. The marina is celebrated for its deep roots in the community and its picturesque setting, making it a beloved choice for local and transient boaters alike.
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BOAT RAMP
Charles E Cessna Landing Public Boat Ramp
Santa Rosa Beach
Public boat ramp managed by Walton County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
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BOAT RAMP
North County Highway 393 Boat Launch
Santa Rosa Beach
Older ramp needs repair not recommended for large boats use with caution
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Grayton Boat Ramp (No Trailer Parking)
Santa Rosa Beach
Launch and retrieve only! No parking of trailers or boats.
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Thomas Pilcher Park on the Clyde B. Wells Bridge
Santa Rosa Beach
Public boat ramp managed by Walton County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.
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Eastern Lake County Park (No Trailer Parking)
Santa Rosa Beach
Launch and retrieve only! No parking of trailers or boats. No PWCs.
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Point Washington Public Boat Ramp
Santa Rosa Beach
Public boat ramp managed by Walton County. Access type: Government Owned for General Public Use.