St George Island is the largest of four barrier islands that sits five miles out into the Gulf of Mexico off the northwest coast of Florida. It is situated across the Bay from the town of Apalachicola and offers visitors 28 miles of secluded white beaches, as well as fishing opportunities. With beautiful clear water on the Gulf side, swimming and boating are also popular activities. The island has been developed for vacationers and offers some of the best dining and lodging accommodations in the area.

Points of Interest:

• The Dr. Julian G. Bruce State Park sits on the east end of St. George Island and contains a series of boardwalks and hiking trails from which to enjoy tranquil and unique scenery.
• St. George Island State Park has nine miles of undeveloped beaches and dunes - the longest beachfront park in the state of Florida. Sandy coves, salt marshes, oak forests and pines provide shelter for a variety of wildlife, including bald eagles and ospreys. You can also indulge in biking, canoeing, snorkeling and shell gathering on St. George Island. It is accessed by the Bryant Patton Bridge off U.S. 98, approximately eight miles southeast of Apalachicola.

Restaurants:

• Apalachicola Seafood Grill & Steakhouse The world's largest fried fish sandwich. The best steak & prices in the area. 100 Market Street, Apalachicola, Florida 32320 Phone: (850) 653-9510
• Blue Parrot Oceanfront Café Tiki bar on beach, largest po' boy in the area. Steak & fresh seafood. 68 West Gorrie Drive, St. George Island, Florida 32328 Phone: (850) 927-2987
• Chef Wilhelm's Dock On The Bay Seafood (fried, steamed, grilled), steaks & pasta 414 US Highway 98, 88 Avenue G, Apalachicola, Florida 32329 Phone: (850) 670-8221
• Eastpoint Oyster/Lighthouse Rawbar Seafood and old time raw bar. 346 Patton Drive, Eastpoint, FL 32328 Phone: (850) 670-1448
• Finni's Grill & Bar Enjoy local harvested seafood or a succulent steak in the relaxed atmosphere at Finni's. 40 West Gorrie Drive, St. George Island, Florida 32328 Phone: (850) 927-3340
• Hut Restaurant & Lounge Casual family waterfront dining - serving seafood, steaks, chicken & pasta US Highway 98 West, Apalachicola, Florida 32329 Phone: (850) 653-9410
• Indian Pass Raw Bar Oysters eaten here today slept in the Bay last night. Served baked, steamed or raw. Gumbo, hamburgers, corn dogs & hot dogs. S.R. 1, Box 750, 8391 C-30 A @ intersection of Indian Pass Rd., Port St. Joe, Florida 32456 - Phone: (850) 227-1670
• Juice and Java Coffee and espresso drinks, plus ice cold fruit smoothies. 49 West Pine Street, St George Is, Fl 32328 Phone: (850) 927-3925
• Magnolia Grill Steaks, seafood (including Lobster), rack of lamb Extensive wine list and delicious desserts 99 11th Street, Apalachicola, Florida 32329 Phone: (850) 653-8000
• Red Top Café Family style restaurant serves steaks, seafood, chicken, sandwiches and kid's menu 238 US Hwy 98, Apalachicola, Florida 32329 Phone: (850) 653-8612
• That Place On 98 has deck dining overlooking the beautiful Apalachicola bay. Serving fresh seafood, pastas, homemade desserts. 500 Hwy 98, Eastpoint, Florida 32328 Phone: (850) 670-9898
• The Wheelhouse Oyster Bar Located on the Scipio Creek waterfront. Specializing in select local seafood...oysters on the half shell or steamed with toppings, steamed shrimp and crab, and cold beer. 317 Water Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320 - Phone: 850-653-8860

Things to do:

Cobra Adventure Park, For the thrill seeker - this is go cart racing on three elevations Panama City Beach, FL 66.6 miles

Shipwreck Island Water Park, The only water park in Panama City Beach welcomes family with children who want to get wet! Panama City Beach, FL 66.6 miles

Big Kahuna's Lost Paradise, 25 acres of speeding water slides and a wave pool. Destin, FL 109.9 miles

St. Josephs Bay Country Club offers golf and a cool drink can be obtained in the club house. Port Saint Joe, FL 28.0 mi.

John Gorrie Museum State Park, Has an ice machine the Dr. Gorrie built to place his yellow fever patients in to bring down their fever. Ice machines and air conditioning is based on Dr. Gorrie's invention. FL 7.9 mi.

Dr Julian G Bruce Saint George Island State Park, Miles of unspoiled beaches and glistening waters await the sunbather or water lover. There is fishing, swimming, canoeing, boating, hiking, camping, and nature study. FL 9.0 mi

Constitution Convention Museum State Park, This museum commemorates the work of the 56 territorial delegates who drafted Florida's first constitution in 1838. FL 27.0 mi.

Ochlockonee River State Park, 392 acres of northern Florida natural scenic beauty FL 33.2 mi.

Saint Joseph Peninsula State Park is a favorite of migratory birds, monarch butterflies and tourists. One side of the peninsula is the Gulf of Mexico and the other side is St. Joseph's Bay. It is 2,516 acres and 9 miles of white sandy beaches. FL 34.1 mi.

Dead Lakes State Park is full of wildlife and nature trails. Camping and fishing in these wetlands are a pleasure, FL 38.0 mi.

Junior Museum of Bay County a children's museum run by donations and fundraiser activities. Indoor science and adventure exhibits along with nature walks and pioneer homestead in the outdoors make this a treat for the whole family, Panama City, FL 58.7 mi. Zooworld is a zoological and botanical park has over 350 animals and over 250 species of plants and trees. Panama City Beach, FL 70.1 mi.

Gulf World Marine Park offer you the chance to get up close and personal with a dolphin or any number of animals. Panama City Beach, FL 70.1