Gulf Trace Travel Guide
Santa Rosa Beach
Popular places to visit
Seaside Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seaside Beach during your travels in Santa Rosa Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Grayton Beach State Park
Relax on pristine beaches, walk through tranquil forests and dine on local seafood when you visit this attractive beachside community.
Blue Mountain Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blue Mountain Beach during your travels in Blue Mountain Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Seacrest Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seacrest Beach during your trip to WaterSound Beach?
Seagrove Beach East
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seagrove Beach East during your trip to Santa Rosa Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
You can take time to visit Topsail Hill Preserve State Park during your travels to Santa Rosa Beach. Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunsets.
Things to do
Private 90 Minutes Fliteboard Efoil Lesson
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Miramar Beach
Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay
Top hotels in Gulf Trace
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Very nice balcony
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection
Clean room, excellent staff accommodations . Great service.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
Everyone was very polite and helpful. The room was as advertised, the restaurants had good food, the walk to the beach is short, the rooftop bar is amazing.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Grand Boulevard
Entire atmosphere is fantastic. One of my favorite facilities to date. We did have to wait a long time to check in not sure where staff was...when they did arrive they were friendly
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
Yes! All the above.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Destin
Great staff, clean and spacious room.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gulf Trace
Grayton Beach
You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Grayton Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Grayton Beach State Park or Grayton Beach.
Blue Mountain Beach
If you're spending some time in Blue Mountain Beach, Blue Mountain Beach and Santa Rosa Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Gulf District
Though Gulf District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park.
Beach District
While there might not be top attractions in Beach District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park.
Watercolor
While visiting Watercolor, you might make a stop by sights like Grayton Beach State Park and Seagrove Beach West.
Seaside
Seaside is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Seaside Beach and Central Square.
