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Charter Your Dream Day at Crab Island with Juicebox Charters

(This post contains sponsored links from Juicebox Charters. All thoughts, views and opinions are my own.)

What is Crab Island?

Crab Island is a massive sandbar located on the Emerald Coast in Destin, Florida! It is one of the most popular attractions in all of Destin! With it’s shallow, emerald green waters, dolphin sightings and floating restaurants Crab Island is one of the most favored activities, in the area! Did you know that Crab Island been featured on HGTV and Good Morning America?!

How deep is the water on Crab Island?

On Crab Island, the depth of the water is about 1-4 ft. It’s the perfect place to anchor your boat and enjoy the day! Check out my blog post here to read more about Crab Island and local spots in Destin/Ft. Walton Beach area’s.

My husband and youngest daughter had a blast paddle boarding! My number three daughter and I, relaxed on the 2nd tier of the boat, up top! We also enjoyed walking around on Crab Island, visiting with restaurant vendors and vacationers. These views have blown my mind. I am constantly awe-struck of what an incredible place we live in! It’s absolutely beautiful here on Crab Island!

Floating Restaurants on Crab Island

There are many floating restaurants on Crab Island! From boiled peanuts, to grilled burgers and pizza or Chick-Fil-A! You won’t go hungry on Crab Island!

The General Store

The General Store on Crab Island has floats, sunscreen, googles, dry bags snacks, drinks and more! I think I even saw that they sold T-shirts!

Gulf Stream Ice Cream & Shaved Ice

Gulf Stream sells ice cream on the water, sort of like a boat ice cream truck! They will drive their boat, right up to your boat, on the water! So fun! They also have shaved ice!

Pirate Porky’s Pizza & Grill

For lunch, we did pizza & burgers. We decided to take one of the paddle boards over (included in your charter) to one of the floating restaurants! Such a fun experience!

Reef Burgers

Hungry for a 1/2 pound burger at sea? Reef Burgers did not disappoint!

My husband and I tried a burger a it was great! Their employees are super sweet, too!

Kluge’s Barbecue

They seek turkey legs, pulled pork barbecue sandwich’s, tacos and more!

Kick’n Chicken

Kick n’ Chicken sells tenders, sandwich’s, wings, ice cream and boiled peanuts!

Chick-Fil-A

You can even get your favorite chicken out here on Crab Island!!! Chick-Fil-A serves you in a boat and will deliver right up to your boat!!

Juicebox Charters

Sail away to the best sandbar in America with a private pontoon charter, guided by a USCG-licensed captain!

Let’s Plan a Trip

Planning a family outing day, a girls weekend, or a couple’s trip? A cruise through Destin Harbor, is the perfect way to explore the beauty of the Emerald Coast. Book your adventure today and let Captain Justin create a tailored and memorable charter for you!

Why choose Juicebox Charters?

The waters are pristine on the Emerald Coast and with Juicebox Charters, you can experience luxury on the open water. Their expert team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable adventure-whether you’re snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, island hopping, or simply relaxing aboard their comfortable, well-equipped vessels.

With a variety of customizable packages, Captain Justin will cater to your every need, ensuring your time with Juice Box Charters is as seamless, as it is memorable.

Experience and Affordability

With over 5 years experience operating a charter boat, rest assured that they have a track record of success in hosting your group.

Competitive pricing without surprise fees. The cost of your charter includes a luxurious, modern Harris Solstice double decker slide boat, two paddleboards, a full complement of Bote floats, a large cooler with ice and bottled water, an upgraded Bluetooth sound system, beer pong float, games, snorkel masks, net. You really only need sunscreen and towels! Check out my IG Reel for a complete video of our trip, here.

Beach Weekend Marina

Beach Weekend Marina in Fort Walton, is where you set off for your adventure, to Crab Island! The marina has a wrap around patio, which is an excellent way to enjoy a cold drink and enjoy an Emerald Coast Sunset.

Final Thoughts

Crab Island was a blast with Captain Justin from Juicebox Charters! The best pricing, which INCLUDES all you need for a trip to Crab Island! The boat is super clean and nice, no worries with being uncomfortable. The team from Juicebox Charters was amazing! Friendly, nice, very accommodating!! Our family loved it so much, we plan to go back again before the summer is over!!

Top Family Activities in Destin: Beaches, Activities & Eats

(This post contains sponsored links from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, Grace Pizza and Fudpuckers and Gator Beach. All thoughts, views and opinions are my own.)

A long weekend in the Destin and Ft. Walton Beach area is a perfect escape for beach lovers seeking relaxation and adventure. Nestled along the stunning Emerald Coast, Destin and Ft. Walton is filled with white sandy beaches and stunning emerald green waters.

Whether exploring the charming Henderson State Park, to feeding alligators at Gator Beach, or embarking on a dolphin-watching show at the Gulfarium, a long weekend in the Destin and Ft. Walton Beach area promises unforgettable excitement and relaxation!

Photo from Crab Island’s website.

Crab Island

Crab Island isn’t an actual island – it’s a submerged sand bar next to the Destin Bridge. Because of its festive atmosphere and crystal-clear waters, Crab Island is a popular destination for boaters, tourists, and locals alike.

Take your own boat, rent a boat or take the shuttle to Crab Island. If you get hungry, you will find floating restaurants with tropical drinks and food! Whichever way you choose, you are destined to have an amazing time!

Henderson State Park

Enjoy the beautiful shoreline of emerald waters, surrounded by 30 foot white sand dunes at Henderson State Park. You can also enjoy fishing, a nature trail and camping, all connected to the area’s beach boardwalks.

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Explore all the wonders of the sea with Gulfarium!! Located in Ft. Walton Beach, just off of Miracle Strip.

Unique animal encounters and can’t miss dolphin and sea line shows!! First come, first serve on seating at the shows. Arrive early for the best seating. They even have splash zones! I promised my youngest daughter that we would sit in the splash zone, next month, when we come back. Learn all about animal habitats and marine life.

Our family loves this place! You will have the opportunity to observe penguins (our girls fav), otters, dolphins, sea lions, different types of birds, sharks, manatees and more!

Fudpuckers & Gator Beach

Fudpuckers and Gator Beach is a restaurant with an alligator park, located in Destin. Come and feed the alligators, watch an alligator show or even get you and your family’s photo with an alligator!

Don’t forget to fill those hungry bellies with a meal from Fudpuckers! We enjoyed the “mini alligators” they put on each dish they served! The photo above is the Kids Mac & Cheese with Fries. Notice the tiny alligator in the plate. So fun!

Grace Pizza

Grace Pizza is a restaurant with a modern twist, offering local craft pizza baked in a brick oven and also offering the most over the top milkshakes!

They are located in 30A, in Santa Rosa Beach. I can honestly say this is the best pizza we’ve ever had!! We are planning to visit again very soon!!

McGuire’s Irish Pub

McGuire’s is a restaurant that opened in small shopping center in 1977. In 1982, they moved into their current location, in Pensacola, the original 1927 Firehouse. Inside the pub, you will find a New York Irish Saloon themed 615-seater restaurant. In 1966, a second location, McGuire’s Irish Pub of Destin opened, and is located right on the Destin Harbor. A third location opened in Panama City Beach, as well. They serve pub favorites, seafood, steak and more! Locals and vacationers visit McGuire’s for the relaxed atmosphere, good food and friendly service. When you first walk into the restaurant, you will notice the walls, covered in one dollar bills. It was a tradition started in 1977 with the owners and having each customer sign their name to a one dollar bill.