Santa Clara RBA 17
A purpose-built beach facility with a 400 ft boardwalk and room for up to 60 cars — close to Seaside and WaterColor if you want restaurants nearby.
A Real Facility, Not Just a Path to the Sand
Santa Clara RBA 17 has 109.5 ft of confirmed public Gulf frontage on a county-owned parcel — a $478,000 beach access facility built in 2021, with a substantial 400 ft boardwalk. It’s close to Seaside and WaterColor, so restaurants and shops are an easy walk or short drive away.
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Up to 60 Spaces — Main Lot Plus Overflow
Between the main lot and overflow parking directly across 30A, there’s room for up to 60 cars. It still fills on peak days, so arrive early. Golf cart parking is also available.
- ADA boardwalk ramp — note the ramp is steep, so wagons and coolers may take some effort
- Restrooms, outdoor rinse showers, and water fountains
- Beach wheelchairs available — request through the lifeguard or fire department
- Beach chair and umbrella rentals available
A $478,000 Facility, Built in 2021
This access was purpose-built in 2021 with a genuine 400 ft boardwalk — not a retrofit. It’s one of the more substantial builds on this stretch of 30A, close enough to Seaside and WaterColor that a beach day can easily turn into a dinner-out day.
Worth knowing: private property flanks both sides of the public corridor — keep to the area in front of the boardwalk.
“A purpose-built facility with a real boardwalk — and Seaside close enough to walk to for dinner.”
Room to Sit, a Few Rules to Know
- Bonfires: allowed with a South Walton Fire District permit — required, apply before your visit
- Lifeguards: on duty in season — always check the flag color before swimming
- Private property flanks both sides of the public corridor
Seagrove and Deer Lake Are Close By
Seagrove Regional Beach Access, brand new in 2026, sits nearby with dedicated ADA and bicycle parking. Deer Lake State Park is also close, if you want the coastal dune lake and don’t mind the entry fee.
Know Before You Go
- Parking fills on peak days even with up to 60 spaces — arrive early.
- The ADA ramp is steep — wagons and coolers may take some effort.
- Private property flanks both sides. Keep to the area in front of the boardwalk.
- Bonfires need a permit from South Walton Fire District — apply before your visit.
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