Authentic Walton

10/12/2026

As Walton County continues to recover from Hurricane Isaias, here are a few updates on local transportation, recreation and community resources:

🚌 Beach Park & Ride service will resume Tuesday, Oct. 13.
🚲 The multi-use path from US Hwy. 98 West and Scenic Hwy. 30A to CR 83 is fully functional following debris cleanup. The pedestrian bridge at Oyster Lake on 30A remains closed while crews work in the area.
📍 For official county-wide updates on food distribution, debris collection and other community resources, visit: https://ow.ly/xUKS50ZWY4n

We’ll continue updating our Walton County Tourism Hurricane Isaias Updates page as new information becomes available. Visit https://ow.ly/ovSg50ZWY4o for the latest.

10/12/2026

Visiting soon?

As our community continues recovery efforts, several Regional Beach Accesses have an open route to the beach. Check out the latest update from Walton County Tourism below before heading out, and please be mindful of crews working in the area.

As recovery efforts continue, you may still see cleanup crews, ongoing repairs and temporary closures in some areas. We appreciate your patience as crews work to restore our beautiful beaches and beach accesses.

For the latest information about our Regional Beach Accesses, please visit: https://ow.ly/H1Bk50ZWRCj

10/10/2026

The Walton County Tourism Visitor Center will be closed Sunday, October 11, as our community continues to recover from Hurricane Isaias.

For the latest local updates, visit https://ow.ly/QR4Y50ZWQEU and sign up for ALERTWalton to receive important notifications: https://ow.ly/agGW50ZVWK6

Please stay safe, and thank you for your understanding!

10/06/2026

Looking for a taste of the Gulf? 🦐

Celebrate National Seafood Month with a stop at T's Catch in Freeport, where you’ll find fresh seafood ready to take home and enjoy.

🐟: https://ow.ly/QO8650ZV12B

10/04/2026

It's National Golf Lovers' Day, so let's tee off some fun in ! ⛳️

From the historic Eagle Springs Golf, Recreation Center, and Restaurant in DeFuniak Springs to the natural beauty of Windswept Dunes Golf Club in Freeport, there’s plenty of room 🏌️‍♀️fore🏌️‍♀️ some extra fun North of the Bay.

Find your ideal course: https://ow.ly/qs6G50ZU4ft

09/29/2026

A good day starts with a great caffeine stop! ☕️

Celebrate with a stop at Abide Coffee Co. in Freeport for your next cup: https://ow.ly/oYSK50ZSpT6

📸: on Instagram

09/28/2026

Celebrate with a little family fun in ! 🎨✨

From pumpkin patches to festive events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this fall. 🍂 Plan your next getaway here: https://ow.ly/3hck50ZSpJ8

09/27/2026

Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, the waterways of offer endless opportunities for outdoor adventures. 🎣

Find your next cast here: https://ow.ly/UKtV50ZRCbR

09/24/2026

Trade four wheels for the water in ! 🚤 Follow the waterways from Freeport to Choctawhatchee Bay for a weekend of fishing, waterfront dining and sunset cruises.

Find our full guide to a boat-only weekend ⤵️
https://ow.ly/u2CZ50ZR4Bm

09/22/2026

A true DeFuniak Springs landmark, restored and ready to welcome you. 💛 Step inside the newly opened Sunbright Inn, a beautifully restored Victorian home with a rich history. 🏡

Discover the story behind its restoration and renovation: https://ow.ly/6AAf50ZQaE0