State Parks Near Panama City, Florida
12 state park units lie within 50 miles of Panama City. The closest is St. Andrews State Park, about 5 mi southwest of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- St. Andrews State Park5 mi southwest
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 12 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 65 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Panama City, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Panama City; driving distance is usually longer.
St. Andrews State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, historic sites, and canoeing and kayaking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for St. Andrews 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 →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 →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 →Constitution Convention Museum State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Constitution Convention Museum State Park →T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, beachcombing, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park →William J "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Area
William J "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Area is a recreation area in Gulf County, about 8 miles southwest of Port St. Joe.
Hours, fees and rules for William J "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Area →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 →Falling Waters State Park
Things to do include swimming, fishing, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. For overnight stays there are 26 campsites across 3 camping areas (RV sites with full hookups and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Falling Waters 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 →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 →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Panama City
- St. Andrews State Park 5 mi southwest · 180 campsites
- Grayton Beach State Park 31 mi west · 37 campsites
- T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park 35 mi southeast · 128 campsites
- Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 39 mi west · 183 campsites
- Falling Waters State Park 40 mi north · 26 campsites
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Panama City
- Camp Helen State Park 21 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Deer Lake State Park 26 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Grayton Beach State Park 31 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park 35 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 39 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Panama City
- St. Andrews State Park 5 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Camp Helen State Park 21 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Deer Lake State Park 26 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Grayton Beach State Park 31 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park 35 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 4 more in the list above
Hiking near Panama City
- St. Andrews State Park 5 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Camp Helen State Park 21 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Deer Lake State Park 26 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Eden Gardens State Park 30 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Grayton Beach State Park 31 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near Panama City
- St. Andrews State Park 5 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Camp Helen State Park 21 mi west · Fishing listed
- Eden Gardens State Park 30 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Grayton Beach State Park 31 mi west · Fishing listed
- T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park 35 mi southeast · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Panama City
What is the closest state park to Panama City?
St. Andrews State Park is the closest, about 5 miles southwest of Panama City in a straight line. Next are Camp Helen State Park and Deer Lake State Park.
How many state parks are near Panama City?
12 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Panama City have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being St. Andrews State Park, Grayton Beach State Park and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Panama City?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Panama City?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Panama City Beach, FL13 mi west
- Near Crestview, FL67 mi northwest
- Near Dothan, AL75 mi north
- Near Enterprise, AL81 mi north
- Near Bainbridge, GA83 mi northeast
- Near Tallahassee, FL87 mi east
- Near Ozark, AL89 mi north
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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.