Captain Leonard Destin Park

Captain Leonard Destin Park is a centrally located city park in Destin that serves as a green oasis in one of Florida's busiest coastal vacation towns. Named after the city's founder Captain Leonard Destin, this park carries a piece of local history into its daily use as a family recreation space.

The park has a playground for younger children, open green space for games and relaxation, and the benefit of restrooms on-site — which in tourist-heavy Destin is a genuine practical advantage. It's a calming, tree-shaded space that provides contrast to the busy commercial strips and beach crowds.

The location is ideal: the park sits near HarborWalk Village, meaning a park visit naturally connects with the harbor waterfront. Families can let younger kids burn energy at the playground, then walk to HarborWalk for a seafood dinner and sunset harbor views. The combination works particularly well for families with mixed ages where some kids want playground time and others want food.

With 280 reviews averaging 4.7 stars, Captain Leonard Destin Park punches above its weight as a city park. It's a reliable free stop for Destin families who want an outdoor break without driving to the beach.