Location Gulf Shore Drive  is located on Scenic Hwy 30-A adjacent to the famed Grayton Beach. This 17 miles stretch of scenic road is located on Florida's Emerald Coast about 15 miles east of Destin Florida. "The beach communities on Scenic Highway 30A somehow manage to drip Southern family charm, pioneer cutting-edge design, and stay out of the limelight. They also share what may be the best beach in the continental U.S." ~ The New York Times Click here to view an aerial location map.