Description

Camp Helen State Park is a hidden gem located on the western edge of Panama City Beach, just beyond the Phillips Inlet Bridge. This ecological treasure offers pristine beaches, scenic trails through dunes and scrub oak forests, and the rare opportunity to explore a coastal dune lake. Originally purchased in 1928 as a family retreat, it later became a vacation spot for Avondale Textile Mills employees. The historic lodge and buildings, still standing today, have been recently renovated. With its natural beauty and rich history, Camp Helen is one of Florida’s most unique state parks.