Henderson Beach State Park Campground
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2022

Great Beach Camping Near Destin, Florida!

We stayed at Henderson Beach State Park in a small travel trailer. Upon our arrival we were greeted by the attendant at the office window. We were asked to pull forward and park in the provided guest parking and to come inside the office. Once parked, we went inside the office to receive the booking and park information which included a map of the park with specific directions to our site. The staff was well prepared for our arrival and friendly to our needs. 

Our site was fantastic, site 22 is a pull through site that is extremely long and private. Any sized rig could be accommodated there with room for towed or towing vehicles. The gravel was freshly raked and all leaves recently removed. The sites included 50/30/20 electricity, water, table, fire ring and line for hanging towels. We required a couple of blocks to achieve level but still very good for an all gravel site. 

There are two bath houses with laundry facilities, they were very clean and well maintained throughout our stay. The park hosts and maintenance personnel were visible and approachable with information and assistance if needed. The campground is very close to the wonderful beach of Destin, FL with its own access for walking to enjoy the water and sunsets. Unfortunately, the boardwalk was under construction during our stay. Driving from the campground to the beach via the park's roads was only five minutes, access was easy and certainly worth the effort. 

There is one dump station with two lanes provided, this area was in great condition with non-potable available for tank flushing.  We didn't see and long lines waiting during our stay.

The available over the air TV was excellent, plenty of stations for local information, news and weather, The Verizon service was also excellent for cell and data coverage. 

There is an abundance of shopping and dining opportunities literally just outside the park's gate. This is very convenient but is also a distraction in my opinion. For the park to be so private and beautiful, the noise generated by the traffic on state highway 98 is obvious. Don't let this deter you from coming, this is a small inconvenience for the beach which is the showcase for this park. 

Reservations here are extremely hard to get, especially on short notice. I highly recommend staying here if an opportunity presents itself.

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  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Henderson Beach State Park Campground by Tony C., February 11, 2022