What are the park's operating hours?

The park is open from dawn to dusk, 7 days a week.

Are pets allowed in the park?

Yes, pets are allowed in the park, but they must be kept on a leash and cleaned up after.

Are there picnic tables and grills available?

Yes, there are picnic tables and grills available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Is swimming allowed in the river?

Yes, swimming is allowed in designated areas, but please be aware of strong currents and swim at your own risk.

Are there restrooms and drinking water available?

Yes, restrooms and drinking water are available near the park's entrance.

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Shoal River Wayside Park (Bill Duggan Jr. Park) in Crestview

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Shoal River Wayside Park (Bill Duggan Jr. Park) is a tourist attraction in Crestview.

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This scenic park offers a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for picnics and relaxation. Visitors praise the well-maintained grounds, clean facilities, and picturesque views of the Shoal River. It's an ideal spot for families and nature lovers alike.

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Google Reviews: 4.8/5

Yelp: 4.5/5

TripAdvisor: 4.7/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.9/5

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Michael H -Google user

2 years ago

This is a well-maintained medium-sized family friendly park on the north side of the Shoal River just off Florida SR85. It features a boat ramp on the Shoal River, clean restrooms with handicap parking available, eight picnic pavilions with trash cans, and playground equipment for...Read More

Andreia Miranda Kadrmas -Google user

3 months ago

Quiet and peaceful to go with family!! I really recommend that.

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Taylor McKee -Google user

a year ago

Great little park with restrooms a boat launch and a playground for the kids.

Rhonda Pascual -Google user

11 months ago

Nice little park that has a nice,clean restroom and water fountains. Free park with parking spots for handicapped and everyone else. Has picnic tables and a few benches. Has a small boat ramp where people also fish. Beautiful,tropical plants too. Apparently, there is work being...Read More

Nice,clean,handicapped accessible restrooms.Several picnic tables and BBQ grills. Some picnic areas had roofs over them. Saw some benches near the water too.

Tiffani Cannon -Google user

7 months ago

Very clean and quiet park.. Definitely recommend. Kid friendly

Jay Aski -Google user

7 years ago

This is a great little park located right off of hwy85 north. it has allot of shade trees mostly oak, a playground and swing sets for the kids, it has public bathrooms that are clean and in good shape. it has a public free boat...Read More

Dixie Mae -Google user

6 years ago

This is a really nice little place to stop for a break and use their grills to have some brats and dogs before putting your boat in the water or throwing your fishing line out. There is a small playground area, several pavilions, picnic...Read More

GMAN S -Google user

6 years ago

What a great little Wayside Park, just like the old days! I'm really impressed with the upkeep and especially the fact that they decided to keep it instead of turning it into asphalt like just about anybody else would. This little Park is worth keeping.

Melody Jones -Google user

4 years ago

Always a favorite bathroom and picnic areas are really well maintained and most people are mindful of the area it's a great place to fish or just lounge or for outdoor get togethers will recommend all to spend a lunch break or rest break there

Brian Austin -Google user

a month ago

Nice spot for fishing

Michelle A. Greenlee Elliott (WildTiger) -Google user

3 years ago

My 28-year-old daughter really loved stopping at this park to let my 9-year-old granddaughter & my 6-year-old daughter play together on the old style playground equipment reminiscent of what I played on as a child (I'm 45-years-old).

Jon Moo re -Google user

9 months ago

Love the peace of mind . great stop for a walk around from being on the interstate all day

Cory Gibson -Google user

2 years ago

Small just a quick stop to stretch the legs, but the kiddo got out of the car seat for a bit.

William Spear -Google user

4 years ago

Beautiful park such a large park considering such a small town.but yes it nice

D. Stewart -Google user

5 years ago

Park is nice and clean. Has a boat ramp for access to the water.

Nikki Frunk -Google user

4 years ago

Kids love it and so do I. Its not overwhelming and I can keep a close eye on my kids.

Jason Russell -Google user

4 years ago

Nice place to relax. Well maintained by the city.

Sikesrandy62 @gmail Sikes -Google user

6 years ago

Clean restroom and security .a good place to stop & rest

SUPER MAN -Google user

3 years ago

Neat little place to take a little canoe maybe fish

Cynthia Moore -Google user

5 years ago

Great food fun atmosphere great service!

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Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

Barbecue grill

Picnic tables

Public restroom

Swings

Children

Good for kids

Good for kids birthday

Playground

Pets

Dogs allowed

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