St. George Island State Park is truly a place to go to get away from it all. Quiet, limited cell phone service and with little outside contact I really enjoyed my visit here. The camping facilities (restrooms, showers, camping sites, etc.) at the park are well maintained and area itself was is fairly secluded. Stayed in site 38, which was nice as it was close to one of two restroom/shower areas. However, I would say that nearly every site on the outer edge was equally nice. Even though it wasn't the height of the season the camping area was near full and the beach area had a lot of visitors. The beach was not crowded at all since the state park beach is near 9 miles in length from my understanding. Five miles of which is only reachable by foot or boat. This allows for some fairly private beach moments. The mosquitoes and flies could be bothersome but the proper insect repellent seemed to work to combat them most of the time. I also saw many ghost crabs along the beach and a couple of stingrays in the water. Regardless a great time can be had by all. Be sure to arrive with most of your supplies (as the nearest store is near 10 miles away), insect repellent and a good book and you will be assured a relaxing time at St. George Island State Park.

Grayton Beach State Park is definitely a Florida State Park gem in the Emerald Coast area. Conveniently located, it’s about halfway between Destin and Panama City Beach on the panhandle of Florida. The camping facilities there are less than a mile from the most pristine sand and water in Gulf. Because of the location this park is an RVers dream come true for those that love the beach. Our 3 night stay there in the end of September 2009 was terrific. Upon arrival at the park office to check-in, the Rangers/staff were very friendly and made us feel completely welcomed. Having reserved site 20 based on a recommendation I read on the internet our check-in was smooth and easy. The site was located in the older loop of the park and was very nice but I would say most nearly all the sites are as equally as nice with lots of trees and privacy. A negative on the site location is that the older loop of the park could use a little TLC. This is a heavily used park so the restrooms/showers are showing some age and wear. The interior road in the older loop is unpaved as well as the sites with the exception of the ADA pads. The newer loop is paved, sites are graveled and there they offer both 30amp and 50amp service. Now for my favorite part, the fun stuff in the area. The best part is the beach being so close and since it is a state park beach it was less crowded then the Destin and Panama City Beaches. There is a lot to do in the area from sunbathing on the beach to bike riding the local trails to kayaking on the lake. Just beware that there may be an alligator or two in the lake. I personally never saw one but it is posted. As an avid bike rider, I would like to add that the paved trails as well as the off road trails in the National Forest area are awesome here. If you come here to visit you should bring your bathing suit and beach stuff, your bike and a kayak (or rent them locally) and the desire to have a great time because at Grayton Beach State Park there is plenty of fun to be had.

Came to Wichita Falls for the Hotter'N Hell Hundred Race and stayed here for 2 nights. The office staff were very friendly and fast at getting me checked in. The park is 1.5 miles to the west of the event area so it was easy to enjoy the activities yet a quite getaway for a good nights rest. It is a clean park with a lots of trees and fairly nice common areas. I'm looking at staying here again next year.

This park is really close to Dallas making it a quick place to go to get close to nature. Overall this is a very nice park. I enjoy a bike ride or a walk and you can do that here. A couple of the main roads are a little rough. Some spots in the area I was in you could see the lake but for the most part it seemed to be only wilderness. I'll be back again sometime.