Topsail Hill Preserve State Park RV & Campground Guide
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In Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, Topsail Hill Preserve State Park makes for an exciting family-friendly excursion. Rangers regularly interact with children by hosting campfire stories, leading plant walks, and hosting breakfasts where everyone can ask questions. Families can rent bikes at the park store and ride to Campbell Lake or the beach. At this preserve, which is 14 miles east of Destin and 12 miles northwest of Seaside, you'll find a 3.2-mile beach as well as opportunities for saltwater and freshwater fishing. Use the equipment from the park’s headquarters to go geo-seeking, which is like a big game of hide-and-seek with your crew. With so many possibilities, Topsail Hill Preserve is a must-see destination on the Florida Panhandle.
Spring 57-76 F
Summer 76-89 F
Fall 68-84 F
Winter 48-63 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
When you stay at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, you'll be able to watch the sun come up over the water, play all day long, and sit around a campfire at night. Of course, camping will be more convenient if you bring your RV. If you don't have one, get a rental on RVshare.
Gregory E. Moore RV Resort
Gregory E. Moore RV Resort is located at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. You can stroll about 2 miles to get to the beach or ride the complimentary tram. This campground, where rates start at about $24 per night, offers sites next to beautiful ponds, and it’s a short bike ride to Campbell Lake.
• Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: Yes (spots near the store) • Pet-friendly: Yes • Other amenities: Tram, park store, cable
Grayton Beach State Park
Grayton Beach State Park offers gulf fishing as well as the opportunity to fish on Western Lake. Rates start at about $30 per night at this campground. As for on-site adventures, you can rent canoes, go birding, and more.
• Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Other amenities: Fishing, canoeing, birding
Camp Gulf
Rent a golf cart at Camp Gulf to get around easily; you may also want to rent a paddleboard to play on the water. There's also a pool with a water slide. Rates start at about $27 per day at this resort.
• Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: Yes • Pet-friendly: Yes • Other amenities: Swimming pool, golf cart rentals
Live Oak Landing
Play in the pool or on the playground at Live Oak Landing. You can also rent a boat and launch it from the boat dock. Rates start at about $82 per night at this RV park.
• Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: Yes • Pet-friendly: Yes • Other amenities: pool, boat dock
What to Do at
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Inside Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Make it a point to wake up early as you'll want to watch the birds catch their breakfast in the Gulf of Mexico at this state park. Then, get ready for a day of adventure fishing in the gulf or the freshwater lake. Check with the park’s rangers because they usually have special activities planned, especially on the weekends. Fifteen miles of hiking trails are available for exploring. Catch a ride on the tram to see this park’s amazing scenery or go for a bike ride.
How to Get to
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
You can get to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park from Santa Rose Beach, Florida, in about five minutes. Start by going south out of town on North County Highway 393. Turn right on US Highway 98 West and left on West County Highway 30A.
Entering Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
The park is open for day use from 8 a.m. to sundown.
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Per vehicle 2-8 people : $6.0
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Per single-occupant vehicle : $4.0
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Per walk-in or biker : $2.0
Walk or bike into the park at this reduced fee. This fee also applies to those who visit alongside a pass holder or to those with more than eight people in a vehicle.
Ever since the Quarters Turpentine Village was abandoned and the area turned into a state park, people have enjoyed coming to this location to go fishing, boating, hiking, camping, and more. If you've visited this state park, then share your experiences on your social media account. Tag RVshare in it so that our team can see what you and your friends are saying. You may also send your photos and stories to [email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions About Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
The best time to explore Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is during the summer months when the temperatures are warm. The park is often jam-packed with people and fun activities in the summer months.
Given its location in the Gulf Coast area, Topsail Hill Preserve State Park has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cold winters. The highest temperature recorded in this park is 48 degrees Fahrenheit, while the lowest temperature is 89 degrees Fahrenheit.
This park is a common birding destination thanks to its massive number of birds, including ospreys, red-shouldered hawks, and Eastern bluebirds. Deer, coyotes, and raccoons roam around the park’s forested areas.
You do not have to book a camping spot at this park. Reservation is highly recommended during holidays when the park receives many guests. The cost of reserving a space is $6.
Guests can bring their pets when they tour Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. You should always attend to your dog and keep it on a leash. Cleaning after your pets is recommended per the park’s "leave no trace" policy.
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