Destin began as a fishing camp, grew up as a commercial fishing center and and now provides some some of the best sport fishing opportunities in the world. The reason is mostly it’s location.
A boat can leave Destin Harbor and be in 60 foot deep water within just a few miles. Within 10 miles, it can be dropping lines in 100 feet of water. And because fishing has always been the lifeblood of the area, the locals have jealously guarded their marine environment and expanded reefs that attract fish to their shelter.