Title: Visit Gulf Trace: Best of Gulf Trace, Santa Rosa Beach Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Gulf Trace](https://expedia.ca/Gulf-Trace-Santa-Rosa-Beach-Hotels.0-n553248635976481084-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Gulf Trace Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Gulf-Trace.d553248635976481084.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gulf Trace Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Gulf-Trace.d553248635976481084.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Gulf Trace ## Santa Rosa Beach ## Visit Gulf Trace Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Rosa Beach travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Rosa-Beach.dx183118) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Seaside Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/684b78e176e674e31d5c70714916a141.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seaside Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Seaside Beach during your travels in Santa Rosa Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Seaside-Beach-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d553248621532653511.Vacation-Attraction) ![Blue Mountain Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d3038a7ad9e58c47b4aefb76340fe1ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Mountain Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Blue Mountain Beach during your travels in Blue Mountain Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.ca/Blue-Mountain-Beach-Blue-Mountain-Beach.d3000426474.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grayton Beach State Park showing a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/107000/107674-Grayton-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grayton Beach State Park Relax on pristine beaches, walk through tranquil forests and dine on local seafood when you visit this attractive beachside community. [](https://expedia.ca/Grayton-Beach-State-Park-Watercolor.d6065719.Vacation-Attraction) ![Topsail Hill Preserve State Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7d3cfe21f31e046bb6b6069107da6972.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Topsail Hill Preserve State Park You can take time to visit Topsail Hill Preserve State Park during your travels to Santa Rosa Beach. Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Topsail-Hill-Preserve-State-Park-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d553248621560505610.Vacation-Attraction) ![Seagrove Beach East](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a0ff906cb214b58444925224be4bd7a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seagrove Beach East Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seagrove Beach East during your trip to Santa Rosa Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Seagrove-Beach-East-Florida.d553248635976194776.Vacation-Attraction) ![Eden Gardens State Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f80486a07d04736ddc655b4edc050b10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eden Gardens State Park Explore the great outdoors at Eden Gardens State Park, a lovely green space in Santa Rosa Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Eden-Gardens-State-Park-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d553248621532653520.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sol y Luna Docked at Baytowne Marina in Sandestin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836200/d67481bc-80bb-47eb-82b6-5878aa1bf5c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sandestin Sunset Eco-Dolphin Cruise Aboard Sol y Luna CA $48 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sandestin-sunset-eco-dolphin-cruise-aboard-sol-y-luna.a49836200.activity-details) ![Experience the Emerald Coast behind Pompano Joe's in Miramar Beach!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3888848/263683c4-e923-459e-8337-b8a359f3f002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small-Group Banana Boat Ride at Miramar Beach Destin CA $62 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-banana-boat-ride-at-miramar-beach-destin.a3888848.activity-details) ![Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2106806/33f4b02f-620f-456a-8fdf-ca288d7a495f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay CA $690 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/inshore-fishing-on-the-waters-of-the-choctawhatchee-bay.a2106806.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Rosa Beach](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Rosa-Beach.d183118.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Gulf Trace Hotel Deals ![Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9600000/9591800/9591782/94b0e1fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort 17255 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL CA $49 CA $78 total Oct 27 - Oct 28 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. 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(1,440 reviews) "Nice and clean" Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F10%2F2025&endDate=20%2F10%2F2025&selected=1327325&PinnedHotelID=1327325&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481084) ![Beachside Resort Panama City Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/905000/904980/f4f39ac2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachside Resort Panama City Beach 21905 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL CA $112 CA $125 total Oct 26 - Oct 27 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (4,033 reviews) "Our second time staying here! We enjoyed it! The view from our balcony was amazing." 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