Is Destin beach better than Miramar Beach?

In Destin, the water tends to be more clear and the white sand beaches are beautiful in contrast with the turquoise water. Although the crowds at Destin can be large, so if you're looking to escape the busyness, then you may want to visit Miramar Beach or the other smaller beach towns nearby.



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Miramar Beach is due east of Destin, Florida. It is often considered to be part of the city of Destin. However, it has its own ZIP code (32550) and is in Walton County, whereas Destin is in Okaloosa County.

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A trip to Miramar Beach is incomplete without the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Miramar Beach is renowned for its white sand beaches and turquoise waters, making it a popular destination for swimming and sunbathing.

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Any of the Miramar Beaches are within walking distance to Pompano Joe's, The Crab Trap, and the Surf Hut. Nine absolutely gorgeous beaches to visit. It's super clean, hardly any seaweed, clear blue water and white soft sand!

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Princess Beach is one of the more secluded beaches along the Emerald Coast. If you're looking to escape the crowds on other beaches, Princess Beach is the spot for you. This beach is tucked away behind the tall sand dunes and isn't marked well at all.

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The Best Beaches in Destin
  • Henderson Beach State Park. Walk up the boardwalk over the sand dunes to one of Florida's best locations – the Henderson Beach State Park. ...
  • Miramar Beach. The Emerald coast boasts some of the clearest waters in the US, and Miramar beach is no exception. ...
  • Okaloosa Island. ...
  • James Lee Beach. ...
  • Crab Island.


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Light, reflecting off of this algae (phytoplankton) is then further enhanced by the white sand backdrop giving the water the appearance of being “green” in color.

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On the hunt for the absolute clearest waters of Florida? Then, Destin Beach is the place to go. This beach is located in a coastal area called the Emerald Coast, which stretches about 100 miles through five counties in the idyllic Gulf of Mexico.

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Destin, Miramar Beach and South Walton resemble an off shore island in this regard. The giant bay filters sediment coming in from any rivers or creeks far away on the other side. Clear clean water pours in from deep gulf waters on a daily basis that is undiluted by brackish run off.

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Furthermore, here in Destin, Florida we have incredibly fine white quartz sand lining our shores making the perfect backdrop for light to penetrate, further exaggerating whatever molecules, phytoplankton or algae are left in the water, bringing out the dominant color.

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Summer is also the best time to visit Crab Island in Destin. Crab Island will have the most clear water days and comfortable swimming/wading temperatures than any other season. Summer is also when Crab Island will have vendors and tours operating daily.

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When To Go. Destin is typically a summer destination. Families enjoy coming to the beach during spring, summer, and fall breaks, but it's a little-known secret that fall (September-October) is the best time to come, when the crowds have thinned but the weather-and water-are still warm.

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Destin will see the highest crowds during the summer and traffic is heavy, especially in the evenings and all day on the weekends.

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