South Walton Beach Tram - A Stress Free Way to Hit the Sand

A beach day along 30A should be easy, and traveling to the beach and your favorite restaurants is no exception. The South Walton Beach Park and Ride Tram Service makes that possible by offering visitors a free, convenient ride straight to the coast. Instead of circling for parking, guests can relax, hop aboard the shuttle, and spend more of their day enjoying the area.

What the Beach Tram Service Offers

The Beach Tram connects two major county pay‑to‑park lots with several of South Walton’s most popular beach accesses. For guests staying a little farther from the shoreline, or anyone hoping to avoid peak‑season parking challenges, it’s a smooth, reliable way to get to the beach and your favorite restaurants without the hassle.

The service is completely free to ride, making it a smart choice for families, groups, and anyone who wants to streamline their day. Riders can simply park, hop on, and enjoy a breezy ride.

 The Tram Routes 

The tram operates between designated Park & Ride lots and nearby beach access points, offering a quick loop that keeps guests moving efficiently. Updated schedules, stop locations, and route details are available online at beachparkandride.com. During peak season, March through October, non‑resident parking at the county’s three pay lots is $5 per hour or $15 per day.  

View the Tram Map here. 

Tram Parking: 393 Park & Ride

1668 S County Hwy 393, Santa Rosa Beach

Operating daily from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. 

Ed Walline Express
Ride directly to Ed Walline Regional Beach Access
Departs every 10 minutes

Dune Allen Local
Stops include: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, Dune Allen Regional Beach Access, and Fort Panic Regional Beach Access
Departs every 30 minutes

Tram Parking: Grayton Beach Park & Ride

1505 County Hwy 283 S, Santa Rosa Beach

Grayton Express
Ride directly to Beachmama - Grayton Beach Regional Beach Access (44 Hotz Ave)
Departs every 10 minutes
Runs Daily from 6 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.

Blue Mountain Local
Stops include: Blue Mountain Regional Beach Access, Gulfview Heights Regional Beach Access and 393 Beach Park and Ride
Departs every 30 minutes
Runs from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Grayton Beach State Park Express
Ride directly to Grayton Beach State Park
Departs every 30 minutes
Runs from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Why Guests Love the Tram

The Beach Tram isn’t just transportation, it’s part of the vacation experience. Guests appreciate:

• A stress‑free start to their beach day

• No need to circle for parking

• Quick access to popular beach entrances

• A free, family‑friendly service that keeps the day simple

For travelers who want to maximize their time on the sand, the tram is an easy recommendation.

 Make Beach Days Even Easier

The South Walton Trams are convenient, reliable, and designed to make every beach day feel a little more relaxed. And when you stay with Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, you'll Be Rewarded with exclusive offers to area activities, restaurants and more. View Newman-Dailey's collection of 30A Vacation Rentals here or call one of the friendly, local vacation specialists at (850) 837-1071 anytime between 9 AM and 5 PM CST. Remember to always book direct for the best rate guarantee.

See you @ the beach!

Published on Friday, June 5, 2026