Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park

Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park is a barrier island park on Florida's southwest coast with white sand beaches, tidal creeks, and mangrove forests covering the full shoreline. The landscape includes multiple natural zones that visitors can explore throughout the day.

The park's name comes from Dellora Norris and Joe Wiggins, a trader who did business with the Seminole people in this area during the late 1800s. The combined name honors their connection to this coastal landscape.

The park serves as a habitat where sea turtles, eagles, and manatees live alongside visitors who come to enjoy the shoreline. Walking the trails and beaches, you notice how the space has been shaped to balance human access with wildlife protection.

The park is open daily from early morning until sundown, with a small fee per vehicle at the entrance. Beach wheelchairs are available for visitors who need help getting around the sand.

Just offshore lies a hard-bottom reef system that creates ideal conditions for snorkeling and underwater photography in the clear Gulf waters. This hidden feature makes the park special for visitors interested in exploring beyond the sandy beach.

Location: Florida

Inception: 1981

Website: https://floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/delnor-wiggins-pass-state-park

GPS coordinates: 26.28111,-81.82806

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:03