State Parks Near Crestview, Florida
13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Crestview, including 1 park across the line in Alabama. The closest is Blackwater River State Park, about 18 mi west of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Blackwater River State Park18 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 13 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 65 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 03 with free entry
State parks near Crestview, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Crestview; driving distance is usually longer.
Blackwater River State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, wildlife watching, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Blackwater River State Park →Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and wildlife watching. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Camping is available: 42 campsites across 2 camping areas, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park →Shoal River Headwaters State Park
In Walton County, about 7 miles northwest of DeFuniak Springs, Shoal River Headwaters State Park covers about 2,480 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Shoal River Headwaters State Park →Henderson Beach State Park
Popular activities here are surfing, beachcombing, swimming, biking, and wildlife watching. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. Camping is available: 62 campsites across 4 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Henderson Beach State Park →Blackwater Heritage State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding, biking, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Blackwater Heritage State Trail →Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, beachcombing, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a swimming pool, and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Topsail Hill Preserve State Park →Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park
Popular activities here are wildlife watching and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park →Eden Gardens State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and wildlife watching. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Eden Gardens State Park →Grayton Beach State Park
Things to do include snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Grayton Beach State Park →Ponce de Leon Springs State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, swimming, wildlife watching, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for Ponce de Leon Springs State Park →Frank Jackson State Park
The park supports fishing and hiking. For overnight stays there are 32 campsites (RV sites, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites). If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours, fees and rules for Frank Jackson State Park →Deer Lake State Park
Popular activities here are swimming, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Water access includes a swimming beach. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Deer Lake State Park →Camp Helen State Park
Things to do include beachcombing, historic sites, swimming, wildlife watching, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for Camp Helen State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Crestview
- Blackwater River State Park 18 mi west · 31 campsites
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park 20 mi southeast · 42 campsites
- Henderson Beach State Park 26 mi south · 62 campsites
- Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 32 mi southeast · 183 campsites
- Grayton Beach State Park 38 mi southeast · 37 campsites
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Crestview
- Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 32 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Grayton Beach State Park 38 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Frank Jackson State Park 42 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Deer Lake State Park 43 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Camp Helen State Park 48 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Crestview
- Blackwater River State Park 18 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park 20 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Henderson Beach State Park 26 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 32 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Grayton Beach State Park 38 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 3 more in the list above
Hiking near Crestview
- Blackwater River State Park 18 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park 20 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Henderson Beach State Park 26 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Blackwater Heritage State Trail 29 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 32 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Fishing near Crestview
- Blackwater River State Park 18 mi west · Fishing listed
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park 20 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Henderson Beach State Park 26 mi south · Fishing listed
- Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 32 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Eden Gardens State Park 38 mi southeast · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Free state parks near Crestview
- Shoal River Headwaters State Park 22 mi east · No entrance fee listed
- Blackwater Heritage State Trail 29 mi west · No entrance fee listed
- Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park 35 mi southwest · No entrance fee listed
Questions about state parks near Crestview
What is the closest state park to Crestview?
Blackwater River State Park is the closest, about 18 miles west of Crestview in a straight line. Next are Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park and Shoal River Headwaters State Park.
How many state parks are near Crestview?
13 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Crestview have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Blackwater River State Park, Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park and Henderson Beach State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Crestview?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Crestview?
3 parks list no entrance fee: Shoal River Headwaters State Park, Blackwater Heritage State Trail and Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.
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- Near Ozark, AL74 mi northeast
- Near Dothan, AL77 mi northeast
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.