St George Island

Apalachicola Bay

The coastal communities of Apalachicola, St. George Island and Eastpoint, the heart of the Forgotten Coast, offer an authentic taste of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Experience historic Apalachicola, a quaint small southern town with a strong maritime culture, an eclectic group of locally owned shops and galleries, restaurants which serve fresh local seafood, and meticulously restored B & B’s and hotels. Combine all this with some of the finest oysters and seafood in the country and your stay with us is sure to be perfect!

Visit their web site www.apalachicolabay.org

Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park

Miles of undeveloped beach with the Gulf of Mexico on one side and Apalachicola Bay on the other provide the perfect setting for this 2,023-acre park. Two boat ramps provide access to Apalachicola Bay. Few parks offer better opportunities for Gulf coast shelling. Visitors have ample opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, canoeing, boating, hiking, camping and nature study. The park has six large picnic shelters equipped with grills, tables and restrooms, and the campground features full-facility campsites.

Visit their website: http://www.floridastateparks.org/stgeorgeisland/

St George Island Lighthouse

On Friday, October 21, 2005, the Cape St. George Light collapsed into the Gulf of Mexico. On Monday, December 1, 2008, the reconstructed lighthouse was opened to the public. Built in 1852 on what is now Little St. George Island, the Light finally succumbed to beach erosion and pounding waves. Working with state and federal government support, the St. George Lighthouse Association spearheaded the effort to salvage the pieces of the Light. Come visit and climb the 92 stairs to the top of the Light.

http://www.stgeorgelight.org/

Golfing @ St James Bay

One hour South of Tallahassee, 30 minutes to St. George Island and close to coast beaches—discover golf at St. James Bay, just East of Carrabelle, Florida. The area’s only Audubon Signature Sanctuary golf course, St. James Bay offers an eco-friendly layout, outstanding course conditioning, GPS carts, hard court tennis, aerobics center, restaurant, and is open to the public with surprisingly affordable rates.

http://stjamesbay.com/

Little St George Island

Little St. George Island is a State Preserve that offers recreational boating access to uninhabited beaches and coastal communities.

The Forgotten Coast of Florida

The Forgotten Coast of Florida lies along the Panhandle. It is bounded on the West by Mexico Beach, St. Joe Beach and Port St. Joe. Going East you come to Simmons Bayou, Cape San Blas, Indian Pass, and The City of Apalachicola on the banks of the Apalachicola River. Continuing east you come to Eastpoint, St. George Island, Carrabelle, Lanark Village, St. James Island, St. Teresa Island, and Alligator Point in Franklin County, FL. As you cross the Ochlockonee River on Highway 98 you enter Wakulla County, FL and Ochlockonee Bay, Mashes Sands, Panacea, Live Oak Island, Shell Point and St. Marks. The St. Marks Lighthouse and nature preserve is the easternmost place on the Forgotten Coast. Each area is different, and all are uncrowded Natural Wonders.

http://forgottencoastline.com/

Journey’s of St George Island

We are a full rental and retail provider of kayaks on St. George Island. We also provide Bay Fishing Trips, Off-Shore Fishing, Guided Boat Tours and Kayak Trips. All of our trips leave from the island at our private docks on the bay. No need to cross the bridge into Apalachicola!

We also offer kids only trips, kids camps and many tailor made trips your whole family can enjoy! Stop by our shop nestled on the bay at 240 E. Third Street.

http://www.sgislandjourneys.com/index.cfm

13 Mile Brand- Buddy Ward & Sons Seafood

World Famous Seafood is what Apalachicola is known for and is the reigning Oyster Capitol of the World.Think of your favorite seafood dish, and Apalachicola Bay is where you can find it. Buddy Ward & Son’s Seafood will supply you only the freshest quality seafood. This business has been owned and operated by the Ward Family for over 50 years. So, if it is Oysters, Shrimp, Fish, Scallops, Crabs or some other seafood that your heart desires, look for the 13 Mile Brand and you know it will be the best. Located on Water Street in Apalachicola.

http://www.13milebrand.com/

Captain Snooks

Located on Hwy 98 in Eastpoint, FL directly on the bay. Watch oyster boats come and go from the deck while enjoying your favorite seafood dish. Kid friendly!

Boss Oyster

The Boss was selected as one of the “Top 5 Waterfront Dining Spots”in Florida (Jan. 2010), one of “Florida’s Best” and one of the Top 5 Best Fish Houses-Summer 2008.
Come see why the Boss is Boss!

http://www.apalachicolariverinn.com/boss.html

The Owl Cafe

Anchored in the heart of downtown Apalach, The Owl Cafe offers a dining experience like no other!

http://www.owlcafeflorida.com/