Located on Northwest Florida’s panhandle, Walton County offers the perfect backdrop for sporting events, from South Walton’s 26 miles of sugar-white sand beaches on the Gulf Coast to Authentic Walton’s stunning natural landscapes just north of the Choctawhatchee Bay.
Walton County, Florida, is made for movement – you’ll find state-of-the-art facilities and championship courses that can accommodate everything from organized tournaments to exciting activities like fishing, biking, sailing and diving.
When you’re not playing your sport, there’s plenty for the whole family to explore, thanks to incredible dining, historical hot spots and sugar-white sand beaches. With a wide variety of accommodations and amenities across these destinations, Walton County is ready to welcome any group.
Spanning 16 unique beach neighborhoods, South Walton is filled with opportunities for action. Find adventure on the Gulf of Mexico through sailing, fishing charters and diving excursions, including a rare underwater art museum.
On land, championship golf courses incorporate the beautiful natural terrain while offering spectacular views. State-of-the-art complexes and resorts serve up countless courts for tennis and pickleball, as well as beach volleyball on the sugar-white sand.
Biking along the 19-mile Timpoochee Trail carries riders through scenic landscapes and winding side streets. The trail parallels the entire length of Scenic Highway 30A from Dune Allen to Inlet Beach and is safe, wide and relatively flat.
South Walton is made for groups of any size, with luxury accommodations ranging from boutique hotels to charming beach home rentals and full-service resorts. This flexibility also extends to restaurants, shops and activities – so visitors can bring their families and find something for everyone.
Be sure to experience South Walton’s expansive culinary scene, with 200-plus restaurants and award-winning chefs using fresh-from-the-Gulf and locally sourced ingredients. With everything from private culinary experiences to local restaurants equipped to host groups, team dinners have never been easier. Make an evening reception on the beach even better with a beach bonfire set-up and s’mores.
More awaits in Walton County just north of the Choctawhatchee Bay in Authentic Walton. The welcoming communities of Freeport, Paxton and DeFuniak Springs are filled with rich history and plenty of outdoor recreation – including a spectacular diving and swimming experience in the crystal-clear water of Morrison Springs.
The opportunities for sporting events and activities are as varied as they are unique. Golf courses including Eagle Springs, Blackstone and Windswept Dunes incorporate the stunning scenery and are ideal for players of all skill levels.
Tennis groups can take advantage of facilities such as Freeport Regional Sports Complex. Lakes, rivers and the Bay offer chartered fishing or casual angling. With crystal-clear water and chambers between 250 and 300 feet deep, Morrison Springs draws divers from all over. But even casual swimmers will enjoy this beautiful natural pool.
Surrounding it all is an assortment of shops, sights and restaurants that will provide plenty of entertainment during the down time between the action!
Getting here is a breeze, whether by car or by plane – Walton County is an easy drive from many Southeast cities and is conveniently located near the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS).
No matter your group’s need, these Walton County destinations offer the perfect variety of facilities, amenities and entertainment to make the perfect trip. Start planning today at WaltonCountyGroupSports.com.
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