If you are looking for an amazing beach near New Orleans, Grayton Beach is definitely somewhere you should visit. About a 4 hour drive from the city, within half a day you can relax and enjoy one of the most unique beaches in the Gulf South.

Grayton Beach is a little farther afield than many of the classic beaches populated by New Orleanians.
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To get there, you have to go past Gulf Shores, Perdido Key, Pensacola, and even Destin.
What makes these beaches so special is that they are surrounded by lakes and marshes.
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It makes for a truly remarkable landscape that is incredibly unique.
If you choose to stay or visit Grayton Beach State Park, you are in for a very special treat.
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There is a very beautiful pathway here, which includes a canopy of scrub oak trees that populate the dunes near the beaches.

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There are some truly gorgeous areas to explore here, with numerous paths for hiking and biking.
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The interplay between the lakes and the beaches is simply breathtaking.
Nearby Grayton is the famed Seaside beaches, which is an adorable seaside town that will make you feel like you've gone into the past.
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Grayton is also a sweet an adorable town, that includes the famed Red Bar restaurant.
So if you're looking for a unique and beautiful experience, we think you will love visiting Grayton Beach.
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It's a beautiful and idyllic beach that is going to bring a smile to your face and to your loved ones.

So yes, this beach is a little drive away…but I can tell you it is worth it. Have you ever visited Grayton Beach? Do you have a favorite place you like to check out there? Let us know in the comments below. We love to hear your stories!

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