Photo thanks to Camping on the Gulf
Camping on the Gulf
The big beachfront campground of the Emerald Coast: 215 sites, 16 of them right on the sand, with two pools, a hot tub and a seasonal water slide.
Miramar Beach, Florida · 4 miles east of Destin
Season
Year-round
Pools and slide change by season
Elevation
Near sea level
On the Gulf beach
Hookups
Full hookups
30/50 amp; beachfront sites have no sewer
Big rigs
Rigs to 55 ft
Paved roads; beachfront sites limited
Updated October 12, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
On the sand in Miramar Beach
The Camping on the Gulf experience
Camping on the Gulf is the area’s big, busy beach campground: 215 sites between US-98 and the Gulf in Miramar Beach, including 16 RV sites right on the sand, plus two pools, a hot tub, a seasonal water slide and a store.
Beachfront sites16 RV sites right on the sand
Full hookups30/50 amp; beachfront sites use free pump-outs
Two pools & hot tubNorth pool heated in winter
Water slideSeasonal
Activity centerBilliards and games
Store & gift shopGroceries, souvenirs and beach gear
LP gasFills on site
Wi-FiFree; no cable TV
LaundryOn site
BathhousesRenovated
Security gateAnd paved roads
Pet friendlyNot on beachfront sites
Life at camp
What campers say
The campground report card
Campers love the beachfront sites and the pools; lower scores are mostly about prices, crowds and the strict reservation fee.
How RVers rate it
Category scores from Campendium reviewers, out of 5
Field notes from RVers
Longest rig RVers report41 ft Jul 2019
Cell signal reportedVerizon 4G/5GAT&T 4G/5GT-Mobile 4G/5G
Last reported nightly rate$210 Apr 2025
As reported by Campendium and RV LIFE users. Campendium lists a 55-foot maximum. Confirm rates, site lengths and policies with the campground before you go.
Miramar Beach, on US-98
Getting there
The campground is on US-98 (Emerald Coast Parkway) in Miramar Beach, about 4 miles east of Destin.
From I-10: Exit 56 (SR-85) south through Niceville and over the Mid-Bay Bridge (SR-293, toll) to US-98, then east to the campgroundToll-free from I-10: Exit 85 (US-331) south over the Choctawhatchee Bay bridge to US-98, then west about 11 miles to the campground
US-98 · EMERALD COAST PKWY
Set your GPS
10005 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
To the beach*On site
To Topsail Hill SPAbout 9 min
To Henderson Beach SPAbout 13 min
To Destin HarborAbout 19 min
Call ahead after Hurricane Isaias. Isaias made landfall near Destin on Oct. 9, 2026; confirm the campground is open and the beachfront sites are usable before you travel.
Check in at noon, out by 11. Central time; no early or late check-ins. The office is open 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
*Drive times are from OpenStreetMap routing and are approximate; US-98 traffic can double them in summer. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around Destin & South Walton
Around Miramar Beach
The beach is at the bottom of the park; Henderson Beach, Destin Harbor and Topsail Hill are each 10 to 20 minutes by car.
Photo thanks to Jeremiah Crosswhite (CC0)
Miramar Beach
Sugar-white sand and clear green water along Scenic Gulf Drive. Lifeguards work the regional accesses March through October.
Photo thanks to Ebyabe (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Henderson Beach State Park
1.3 miles of undeveloped beach, a dune boardwalk and a nature trail in Destin. Reopened after Hurricane Isaias (as of Oct. 19).
Photo thanks to Destin Vacation Boat Rentals (CC BY 2.0)
Destin Harbor
Charter fishing fleets, dolphin cruises, pontoon rentals to Crab Island and waterfront restaurants along the HarborWalk.
Photo thanks to Alexander Hatley (CC BY 2.0)
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Tall white dunes, rare coastal dune lakes and a quiet 3-mile beach. Still closed after Hurricane Isaias as of Oct. 19, so check before you go.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
The three closest RV parks and campgrounds to Camping on the Gulf, by drive time.
Photo thanks to Destin RV Beach Resort
Destin RV Beach Resort
An upscale 36-site gated resort with a heated pool and private beach access across Scenic Gulf Drive.
Photo thanks to Geronimo RV Park
Geronimo RV Park
A spotless 34-site park two blocks from Miramar Beach, with concrete pads and a free golf-cart beach shuttle.
Photo thanks to Destin Village RV Resort
Destin Village RV Resort
A gated park of 27 owner lots a block from the beach, rented lot by lot through the owners.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether Camping on the Gulf fits your rig, your dates and your budget.
Our take: the only place around Destin where your RV can sit on the beach itself, with pools, a slide and a store for the kids. It’s busy and expensive (RVers report about $185–$257 a night), beachfront sites have no sewer and no pets, and the reservation fee of two nights per week is non-refundable.
Campground ratesNot published · checked Oct 8–12, 2026
NightlyOnline quote
Last reported (Campendium)$210 /night, Apr 2025
Reported by Dyrt users$185–$257 /night
Reservation fee2 nights /week of stay
Extra pump-out (beachfront)$25 /each
Own electric golf cart$5 /day
Rates vary by site and season and are shown in the online booking map. The reservation fee is applied to your stay but isn’t refundable. Military and Good Sam discounts are available.
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the park’s rates page or call (850) 502-5282.
Typical January afternoon
Destin63°
Chicago32°
Mild winters: 31° warmer than Chicago in January; July highs reach about 91°.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider and why campers keep coming back.
Open
Site types
Quoted online; RVers report about $185–$257 a night.
Open
Rates & policies
Reservation fee, check-in, pets and fires.
Open
Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
Open
Camping on the Gulf is a large, family-run campground on the beach in Miramar Beach, with RV sites, cabins, a beach house and glamping tents. It’s for families who want resort-style extras on the sand.
Best for
- Beach campers: 16 RV sites right on the sand, with fires allowed near the site.
- Families: two pools, a hot tub, a seasonal slide and an activity center.
- Dog owners: the shaded Upper Park sites are pet friendly.
- Military and Good Sam members, who get discounts.
Consider this
- Beachfront sites have no sewer (free pump-outs every other day) and no pets.
- The reservation fee (two nights per week) isn’t refundable.
- It’s big and busy, especially in summer.
- No boats, and only one RV plus one vehicle per site.
Winter in Destin
Typical January afternoon
63°
Destin
Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport
32°
Chicago
Chicago O’Hare
31 degrees warmer than Chicago, with nights near 45°. Normal January highs, 1991–2020.
Most sites have full hookups (30/50 amp, water and sewer) and Wi-Fi; the 16 beachfront sites have water and electric with free sewer pump-outs every other day. Prices vary by site and season.
Beachfront Online
The 16 sites on the beach, with free pump-outs every other day ($25 for an extra one, $45 in an emergency).
Upper Park Online
Full-hookup sites in the shaded upper park, a short walk from the beach.
North Upper Park Online
Full-hookup sites near the north pool, which is heated in winter.
Cabins & glamping Online
Cabins, a beach house and glamping tents for friends traveling without an RV.
Reservation fee2 nights/weekNon-refundable; applied to stay
Date changesFreeMore than 7 days out
Check-inNoon CSTOut by 11; no early or late
Office8 a.m.–8 p.m.Central time
Vehicles1 RV + 1No boats
Golf carts$5/dayOwn electric cart; or rent
PetsUpper park onlyNot on beachfront sites
FiresAbove groundBeachfront: within 20 ft of site
Beach canopies10×10 maxOne per site
DiscountsMilitary, Good Sam
Checked against campingonthegulf.com on October 12, 2026. Rates aren’t published; book online or call (850) 502-5282. The reservation fee equals two nights’ rent for each week of your stay and isn’t refundable; date changes are free more than 7 days out.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- What will my total be? Ask for the rate with taxes, fees and any discount.
- Which section is my site in? Beachfront, Upper Park and North Upper Park differ a lot.
- Is the slide open? It’s seasonal, and the south pool closes in winter.
- Can I change my dates? Free more than 7 days before arrival.
- Can I bring a golf cart? Your own electric cart is $5 a day.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready to camp on the beach?
Park on the sand, swim in the Gulf and end the day with a beach fire. Book direct for current rates.
Thank you to the people behind these photos and this video. Please support them by giving their work a look. The park photos come from Camping on the Gulf, with our thanks. Video: Up in the Air.stream on YouTube. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: Jeremiah Crosswhite (Miramar Beach; CC0), Ebyabe (Henderson Beach; CC BY-SA 3.0), Destin Vacation Boat Rentals (Destin Harbor; CC BY 2.0) and Alexander Hatley (Topsail Hill; CC BY 2.0); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Destin RV Beach Resort, Geronimo RV Park and Destin Village RV Resort. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
Disclaimer
RV-Roundup is an independent, community-based resource created to help RV travelers and to support and promote the parks we feature. RV-Roundup is not owned by, operated by, or officially affiliated with Camping on the Gulf unless otherwise stated.
The information on this page was prepared using the most current details available at the time of publication, including the park’s published materials and publicly available sources. Pricing, availability, rules, policies, regulations, amenities and other details are set by the park and may change at any time without notice. Before you travel or book, please confirm all details directly with Camping on the Gulf at campingonthegulf.com or (850) 502-5282. RV-Roundup is not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes made after publication.
We will always do our best to keep this page up to date. Thank you to everyone who contributes; we truly appreciate your help and support.