The Walton County Florida map covers a long Panhandle county from the Alabama line to the Gulf of Mexico, including DeFuniak Springs, Freeport, Paxton, South Walton, Choctawhatchee Bay, beaches, and rare coastal dune lakes.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 93,288 residents on July 1, 2025. DeFuniak Springs is the county seat, and DeFuniak Springs, Freeport, and Paxton are the three incorporated cities.
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Map Coverage and Three A3 Versions
The download includes color, black-and-white, and outline maps. The labeled versions locate selected cities, beach communities, bays, rivers, lakes, and conservation lands.
This Walton County Florida map focuses on the county boundary and its relationship to Covington and Geneva counties in Alabama and Holmes, Washington, Bay, and Okaloosa counties in Florida. It is not a nautical chart, tide map, flood map, beach-access map, evacuation map, or parcel survey.
| Item | Verified Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Northwest Florida Panhandle |
| County Seat | DeFuniak Springs |
| 2025 Population Estimate | 93,288 |
| Incorporated Cities | DeFuniak Springs, Freeport, and Paxton |
| Major Communities | Santa Rosa Beach, Miramar Beach, Seaside, Grayton Beach, and Rosemary Beach |
| Natural Features | Gulf of Mexico, Choctawhatchee Bay, Choctawhatchee River, and coastal dune lakes |
| Regional Character | Beach tourism, residential growth, conservation, agriculture, forestry, and water recreation |
DeFuniak Springs and County Government
DeFuniak Springs is the county seat and contains the courthouse, principal county offices, schools, healthcare, commerce, and a historic downtown. Nearly circular Lake DeFuniak is a central landscape feature.
Interstate 10 and U.S. Route 331 connect northern and central Walton County with Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf Coast.
Freeport and Choctawhatchee Bay
Freeport is an incorporated city north of Choctawhatchee Bay, with expanding neighborhoods, schools, commerce, and water access.
The Choctawhatchee River flows from the Alabama line south into Choctawhatchee Bay. Current water levels and weather are required for boating and paddling.
Paxton and Northern Walton County
Paxton is a small incorporated city in northern Walton County near the Alabama line. Farms, pine forest, small lakes, and low-density communities surround it.
Farm, forest-road, and private-property boundaries require current official records.
South Walton and Beach Communities
South Walton includes Santa Rosa Beach, Miramar Beach, Seaside, Grayton Beach, WaterColor, Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, and other coastal communities.
Official tourism information describes 26 miles of white-sand shoreline and 16 beach neighborhoods. Beach access, parking, operating rules, and post-storm conditions should be checked before travel.
Coastal Dune Lakes and Conservation
Southern Walton County contains 15 rare coastal dune lakes near the Gulf, including Western Lake, Eastern Lake, and Camp Creek Lake. State parks, forest, wetlands, and trails surround several of them.
Point Washington State Forest and Grayton Beach State Park support hiking, cycling, paddling, and wildlife viewing. Water levels and access conditions can change.
Color Map
The color version separates Walton County from neighboring counties and helps show DeFuniak Springs, Freeport, Paxton, South Walton, bays, rivers, beaches, and dune lakes.
Black-and-White Map
The black-and-white map retains the county outline and selected place names for grayscale printing.
Outline Map
The outline version contains boundary lines without labels or fills, allowing custom notes and place names.
Download the Walton County Maps
The Walton County Florida map download contains three A3 JPG versions. Current official records should be used for legal, navigation, tides, flood, beach access, emergency, evacuation, and property decisions.
County Map File Information
This download includes color, black-and-white, and outline maps.
- Included Versions: Color, Black and White, Outline
- File Type: JPG
- Page Size: A3
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the county seat of Walton County?
DeFuniak Springs is the county seat.
Which cities are incorporated?
DeFuniak Springs, Freeport, and Paxton are incorporated.
Which natural features are best known?
The Gulf beaches, Choctawhatchee Bay, Choctawhatchee River, and 15 coastal dune lakes are major features.
References
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts supplied the 2025 population estimate.
Walton County’s official website supplied county-government and regional information.
Visit South Walton’s official facts overview supplied information about beaches, Choctawhatchee Bay, and coastal dune lakes.
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