An independent guide to Scenic Highway 30A
The Gulf Coast, the way a homeowner sees it.
Beaches, towns, tables, and the small details that make a 30A trip easy. Written by Emily Schmidt, a Grayton Beach homeowner.
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Grayton Beach, Florida: A Local's Guide to 30A's Funkiest Town
Where to park, where to eat, and how to spend a slow day in Old Florida's favorite beach town.
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Start with the essentials.
Beaches
The 6 Best Beaches on 30A: A Local's Guide to Access, Parking and Fees
Things to Do
Biking 30A: The Timpoochee Trail and Beyond
Eat & Drink
Best Restaurants on 30A: Where to Eat for Every Occasion (2026 Guide)
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30A With Kids: A Family Guide
Things to Do
Exploring 30A's Rare Coastal Dune Lakes
Plan Your Trip
30A Trip Planning Guide: When to Go, Airports, Getting Around and Hurricane Season
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Where we stay
Harbor Heights, Grayton Beach
Our family's house on 30A: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, sleeps 14, a short bike ride to Grayton Beach.
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