Staff Answer
Jul 01, 2026 - 01:01 PM
No, rental pontoons in Miramar Beach and the Destin area are not allowed into the Gulf of Mexico. Rental agreements keep pontoons inside Choctawhatchee Bay, with Crab Island being the main destination, because Destin Pass has strong current, boat traffic, and open water conditions. The rental staff goes over the permitted riding area before departure, and taking the boat outside that area may violate the rental contract.
