Deer Lake State Park is only 1.8 miles away from The Lodge 30A and guests can enjoy access to this 1,920-acre park (state park admission fees are waived for all hotel guests) that features parking, picnic facilities with tables and grills, restrooms and a boardwalk across the dunes that offers access to the beach where visitors can swim and fish.
Beach Days Made Easy
Access to the best of Scenic 30A
At The Lodge 30A, the beach is always close — and your options are wide open. Our central location along Scenic Highway 30A makes it easy to explore everything from peaceful, preserved dunes at Deer Lake State Park to quick, walkable public beach access points nearby. Whether you’re planning a sunrise stroll, a full day by the Gulf, or a quiet sunset escape, you’ll find the perfect beach experience to match your vibe.
Deer Lake State Park
Nearby Public Regional Beach Accesses
Eastern Lake Neighborhood Beach
(0.5 mile)
A convenient neighborhood entry for an easy beach visit.
Walton Dunes Neighborhood Beach
(1.3 miles)
A solid option when you’d like a little more space while staying close.
Santa Clara Regional Beach
(1.3 miles)
A guest favorite for longer beach visits thanks to regional access amenities.
Inlet Beach Regional
(7.4 miles)
A larger regional access for a full beach day and exploring more of 30A.
Beach Day Tips
Which access is best for a quick beach trip?
One Seagrove and Eastern Lake are the closest options to The Lodge 30A.
Which option feels the most natural and uncrowded?
Deer Lake State Park is a favorite for scenic boardwalk access and preserved shoreline.
Can the front desk help?
Yes. The Front Desk team at The Lodge 30A is happy to share the best access point for your day and provide directions.
What do the beach safety flags mean?
South Walton uses a Beach Safety Flag Warning System to help guests understand daily water conditions and surf safety. Flags are posted at public beach accesses and updated daily. For Gulf conditions and flag updates, text "SAFETY" to 31279
(Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.)
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Green Flag: Calm conditions, low hazard
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Yellow Flag: Moderate surf and/or currents
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Red Flag: High hazard, strong surf and/or currents
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Double Red Flags: Water closed to the public
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Purple Flag: Dangerous marine life present
Always check the flag status before entering the water and follow local beach safety guidance. For the latest updates, visit Visit South Walton or ask our front desk for today’s conditions.