There is a gate that you must go through. If you live in the area, you can buy a season pass which includes the castle on site and Book Green Gardens across the street. If camping there is no set time for the gate.
Yes, there is a gate but did not see what time they opwn
If you want to be at the beach around that time(6am) go through a public beach access. There is one @restaurant row in Destin.
Yes, it is a state park & can not be entered unless the attendant is paid at the drive thru area. There are other beaches in-between Fort Walton Beach & Destin that are free & accessible to view the sunrise/sunset.
The park doesn't open until 8 am. You can access the beach before 8 am if you are camping
It opens at 8AM you get to the gate and pay $6
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