The South Walton community is made up of small townships. Each with it's own unique history and stories. To get to the area from Destin, take Highway 98 east. Drive past the Sandestin Resort to the County Roar 30A. It's about 1.5 miles and take the exit by the Chevron station. The townships in order are: Dune Allen, Blue Mountain, Grayton Beach, Watercolor, Seaside, Seagrove, Sea Crest, Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach and the Inlet Beach. The 30A road parallels the major Highway 98.

A little history... the county seat for Walton County is DeFuniak Springs which is close to Britton Hill.. the highest point in Florida. It was founded by George Walton the secretary of the State for the territory of Florida in 1821. Tourism didn't start here till though Charles Gray founded Grayton Beach in 1885. Since the land was too sandy and distribution for farming was difficult the Butler family, in 1913, decided instead to start the first resort in the Grayton. It soon became a popular place in the summer for families.

South Walton to this day is still a small town community. If you are looking for a place to get away from the crowds come and see us. There are many fine dining restaurants in the area: Fish Out of Water, Bud & Alleys, and Angelina's Pizzeria & Pasta. At Gulf Place they have weekly outdoor concerts and festivals. There are bike rentals at the resort areas or check out Big Daddy's bikes and sport. They also offered guided canoe tours through the intercoastal dune lakes.

After the vacation is over.. the only thing left are the photos..

The next "hot" vacation "must do".. is a family portrait on vacation. At Summertime Beach Portraits we have exclusive Gulf front access to a private lot. Take the time to make a memory with your family. You can trust noted photographer Tricia Keffer to preserve your family's heritage.

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