Grayton beach behaving badly

[Hop]

Grayton Beach is it's own animal. It is "old school". Beach buggies, bonfires...SoWal. From a local standpoint, it's kind of like a private spot. You can drive out on any given day and see 15 people that you know. I'm not justifying bad behavior, but i've never smelled tee tee at Grayton, but i've seen 100 people pee there. Like good little kitties, they always cover it up. I will say, from a local standpoint, that there is nothing more fun than driving out on the beach with your family and a TON of gear (kayaks, paddleboards, surfboards, coolers and chairs) strapped to your beach vehicle. We locals leave no trace. In fact, we usually drive off with a trash bag full of other peoples garbage and discarded items. It is crowded sometimes, but the state park is right next door. There is always a clear spot to park an umbrella just to the east of the lake. Hope to see you out there! Enjoy the beach!!

 

[iloveflorida]

Well put Hop!

 

[Andy A]

Yes, Hop, well put. I am not a fan of Grayton Beach so I do as suggested. Go somewhere else. That said, it is a beach that the local residents should be able to do with as they wish and you are right, they are much more protective of it than are many of those who do not live here. There are miles of beach for those who do not find it to their liking. Choose some of it for yourself.

 

[Teresa]

So true Hop. The locals and many frequent visitors party like its 1999 out on Grayton beach all day and night. They know how to lay out a feast and enjoy the sunset and a moon rise or a full moon or a dark night full of stars.

They know how to meet new friends and help visitors. They pick up trash. They give people a lift off the beach when needed. They tell them what the double red flag means. Or the purple flag.

Last night was filled with families and friends having their annual vacation reunion on the beach - I don't know who they are but I see reunions out there all the time. Folks from out of town who get it. They are claiming grayton as their special beach. They are leaving no trace.

Grayton Beach is a special place.

 

[bluecat]

Teresa, you are so right. Grayton Beach is such a special place, no better place for the annual family vacation.Looking forward to another fall break in Grayton.

 

[Allifunn]

Grayton Beach is it's own animal. It is "old school". Beach buggies, bonfires...SoWal. From a local standpoint, it's kind of like a private spot. You can drive out on any given day and see 15 people that you know. I'm not justifying bad behavior, but i've never smelled tee tee at Grayton, but i've seen 100 people pee there. Like good little kitties, they always cover it up. I will say, from a local standpoint, that there is nothing more fun than driving out on the beach with your family and a TON of gear (kayaks, paddleboards, surfboards, coolers and chairs) strapped to your beach vehicle. We locals leave no trace. In fact, we usually drive off with a trash bag full of other peoples garbage and discarded items. It is crowded sometimes, but the state park is right next door. There is always a clear spot to park an umbrella just to the east of the lake. Hope to see you out there! Enjoy the beach!!

I LOVE you hoppy

 

[Allifunn]

So true Hop. The locals and many frequent visitors party like its 1999 out on Grayton beach all day and night. They know how to lay out a feast and enjoy the sunset and a moon rise or a full moon or a dark night full of stars.

They know how to meet new friends and help visitors. They pick up trash. They give people a lift off the beach when needed. They tell them what the double red flag means. Or the purple flag.

Last night was filled with families and friends having their annual vacation reunion on the beach - I don't know who they are but I see reunions out there all the time. Folks from out of town who get it. They are claiming grayton as their special beach. They are leaving no trace.

Grayton Beach is a special place.

I LOVE you, too, Tootsie!!

 

[CastlesOfSand]

I love you Hop and Tootsie!!!

 

[CastlesOfSand]

I get it Hop!

 

[bluecat]

For me, part of the anticipation of going to Grayton is starting my Grayton box.We do a lot of cooking at the rental so I try to pack enough for our first dinner at the beach. Love getting up and making breakfast for those who when home have little time for breakfast.I have been having Sowal dreams ; does that make meSowal?So in Oct. my whole bunch will once again be together.If you smell bacon or country ham cooking,follow your nose ,there's always extra and new friends are always welcome.