Anchoring the eastern end of a corridor of public lands crossed by Gayle’s Trails, Frank Brown Park is the primary recreational complex in Panama City Beach.
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Overview
Location: Panama City Beach
Trailhead: 30.232931, -85.877686
Address: 16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach
Fees: Free. Fee for aquatic center use.
Restroom: Several near parking areas
Land manager: City of Panama City Beach
Phone: 850-233-5045
Leashed dogs welcome. Gates close after night ball games are done.
Directions
From Panama City Beach follow US 90 (Panama City Beach Pkwy) west to the turnoff for the park.
About the Park
Ball fields and an aquatic center draw the largest crowds to the park, but there is also a dog park, playground, and a community center.
The quiet corner surrounding the Youth Fishing Pond offers a place to ride or walk on a portion of 1.5 miles of paved trails, and watch the turtles sun along the shore.
The pond adjoins the trailhead for Gayle’s Trails.
Gayle’s Trails A network of paved trails north of US 98, Gayle's Trails connect two major parks in Panama City Beach with nearby neighborhoods. Explore More!
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Panama City Beach Conservation Park Green Trail Sample an array of habitats on this easy 1.8 mile loop featuring two boardwalks and a meander through restored pine flatwoods and savanna.
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Faye and Dutch Trail Looping six miles through Florida’s oldest state forest, the Faye and Dutch Trail can be tackled as a day hike or a short backpacking trip.
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