Welcome, Guests
Your quick guide to the beach, the weather and Destin.
Before You Head Out
Everything you need for a good beach day, in one place.
On Site
Southbay has a private beach, two community pools and tennis, pickleball and shuffleboard courts.
Your Beach Day in Three Steps
A simple plan for guests, from the first look at the water to the last of the sun.
- 1
Check the Flags
Look at the beach flag and the live conditions before you head to the water. See what each flag means.
- 2
Set Up on the Sand
Chairs and umbrellas are set up for you, by the hour or by the month. See the rates.
- 3
Stay for Sunset
Pools, courts and the lake boardwalk are close by when you want a break from the sun.
Beach Service
Beach chairs and umbrellas, plus kayaks and paddle boards, are set up for you on the sand. Rates for 2026 are below.
One Set Up: 2 Chairs and 1 Umbrella
- Hourly$10.00
- Half Day$30.00
- All Day$45.00
- 2 Days$86.00
- 3 Days$125.00
- 4 Days$165.00
- 5 Days$201.00
- 6 Days$230.00
- 7 Days$255.00
- Monthly$450.00Best Value
Kayaks and Paddle Boards
1 Hour $35.00 Half Day $75.00
Rates do not include sales tax and are subject to change.
Around Southbay
Sand, pools, courts and a lake, all within the gates.
If a Storm Is Coming
County officials can order visitors to leave coastal areas ahead of a hurricane. Watch official alerts and follow their instructions.