Fishing and Seafood in the area::
Our area is known for its great salt and freshwater fishing. Whether it's off-shore, bay, or river; fishing is at it's finest. The Carrabelle River, New River, Crooked River, and Apalachicola River are close by and are not just wonderful fishing, but fun just taking a boat ride and enjoying the beauty. The flats in St. George Sound and Apalachicola Bay are great for trout and redfish, and it doesn't take long to get offshore for the big ones. If you love seafood this is the place. The famous Apalachicola oysters are found here. Stop at any of the great restaurants serving these delicious oysters, or buy a bag and shuck 'em yourself. July, August, and early September is scalloping for the whole family. Bring you snorkel gear if you're going scalloping. In addition, there is always of abundance of fresh shrimp and fish.
St. George, Apalachicola, Carrabelle:
St. George Island has one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the country. Its a wonderful beach to swim, sunbath, shell, stroll, and fish. There is good fishing, boat rentals, scooter rentals, bike rentals, jet skis, sailboat and power boat rentals, and, of course, shopping. St. James Bay Golf Course is just 6 miles East of Carrabelle. This is a new world class course and offers a great restaurant and golf shop. Only a few minutes away is the historic town of Apalachicola offering lots of artistic shops, antiques, and great seafood. Stroll along Apalachicola's historic waterfront. It's also known for great restaurants.
Points of Interest:
Crooked River Lighthouse, Camp Gordon Johnson WWII museum, Worlds smallest Police station, Panacea Marine lab, Carrabelle Beach Park, many hiking paths through our state and national forest, several river front docks for you enjoyment, Layfette Park, Wakulla Springs, Chapmans Botanical Gardens, Orman house built in 1838, Apalachicola National Estuary Research Reserve, St. Vincent Wildlife museum, John Gorrie museum, St. George island St. Park, St. George Island Lighthouse, Little St. George Island St. Park, Oyster capital of the world, Eastpoint, Dog Island and much much more.