Cruising Destination Stop

Crab Island

Destin's famous sandbar and shallow underwater playground.

Anchor & Dock
Sandbar / Anchor Only
Best Time to Visit
High Tide
Vessel Suitability
All Vessels & Tenders
Coordinates
30.3951°, -86.5165°

About Crab Island

Destin's Premier Social Sandbar

Crab Island is a waist-deep sandbar located at the entrance of Choctawhatchee Bay, right next to the Destin Bridge. Over the years, it has evolved into a premier destination for boaters and water enthusiasts looking to socialise, swim, and enjoy floating restaurants.

What to Expect

  • Shallow Clear Waters: The water depth ranges from 1 to 4 feet, making it perfect for wading, floating, and playing.
  • Floating Food & Ice Cream: Barges offer local snacks, boiled peanuts, ice cream, and non-alcoholic drinks.
  • Tidal Shifts: The water is clearest and most stunning during high tide when clean saltwater flows in from the Gulf of Mexico.

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Cruising coordinates & anchorage location

Latitude:30.395100
Longitude:-86.516500
Format Address:Crab Island Sandbar, Destin, FL 32541
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