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    Shell Point Beach

    4.0 (13 reviews)

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    Coral S.

    Erosion has changed Shell Point Beach quite a bit over the decades and we've seen the shore line go through some tough times... however the county have done a superb job of bringing it back. It's starting to feel like the community of old when the restaurant and marina were in place. Although some visitors may feel underwhelmed, locals will feel reminiscent & impressed with the renovations.

    Janice W.

    This is a nice little place to chilllax. It was a rather small beach but nice. There is even a chapel with a swinging chair that you can take shelter in when it rains. It faces the beach. Make sure you bring some food with you, since that's not an available option there. However, there are places to sit and eat and enjoy the beach view

    Such a wonderful beach. Restrooms available. Tables available. Cute and tiny. Perfect for wanting some relaxation time.

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    Marian L.

    A sweet little spot in Wakulla County. There is a small beach to swim in, covered tables, and bathrooms. This really is a small spot and it can be very crowded. If you're boating, there is a ramp, but know the water gets very shallow and there is a piece of the channel that is not well marked. Put on sunscreeen.

    Brianna B.

    This is no SGI, but it's closer to Tallahassee (45 min.+). Parking is free. The beach is small but nice with restrooms. And most importantly, this beach is DOG FRIENDLY! There are no restaurants on the beach but there is Spring Creek restaurant a few minutes away (put it in your GPS, you'll be taking the back roads).

    Beautiful sunset on the beach.
    Cory H.

    Shell Point is a nice hidden gem located not too far from Tallahassee. This little beachfront community seems to pop up out of nowhere. The area contains free parking (at least on weekdays) along the small beachfront park. While Shell Point may not be the best location for a traditional beach day when compared to similar locations in the area (i.e. Alligator Point), it's definitely a great place to relax and enjoy the view.

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    Very nice way to experience the ocean and walk along the beach without it being very busy. Relaxing and enjoyable to just decompress.

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    St Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Tagging and releasing butterfly's before they travel to Mexico for the winter.

    St Marks National Wildlife Refuge

    (23 reviews)

    St. Marks, Florida. Late March, 2025. We were on a road trip, visiting the southeastern corner of…read morethe US. We saw the sign for the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge, and just had to stop. For those unaware, the National Refuge System (System) is an extensive network of lands and waters protected and managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, especially for wildlife and its habitat. There are over 560 refuges, stretching from above the Arctic Circle in Alaska to the subtropical waters of the Florida Keys. The St. Marks Refuge was established in 1931 to provide winter habitat for migratory birds, and is one of the oldest refuges in the System. It encompasses about 86 thousand acres, and includes about 43 miles of north Florida's Gulf coast. About 350 thousand visitors come to St. Marks NWS each year to birdwatch, photograph, hike, fish, picnic, hunt, bike, and relax. We only touched the surface of what was available to do at the refuge. *We stopped at the Visitor Center, where you can pick up maps and view displays about Refuge wildlife and habitats. *We drove Lighthouse Road, which is a slow-moving 7-mile road which connects the Visitor Center to the historic St. Marks Lighthouse at the end of the road. (See my separate listing on Yelp). The road is shared by people in cars and on bike who are hopeful to spot migratory birds, monarch butterflies, and even alligators. *We parked at the Lighthouse (which was closed to visitors), walking around the short paths there, and taking photographs of the lighthouse and surrounding waters. Note that this is a fee-area, and entrance fees are required of all Refuge visitors traveling behind the Visitor Center on Lighthouse Road. Passes are accepted. You can also support your national refuge by supporting the Nature Store, where you can buy field guides, postcards, t-shirts, sunscreen, insect repellant, and more.

    While attending the annual butterfly fest this year we had to wait for an hour or more then we're…read moretold it was another 7 miles to the actually lighthouse and where they were releasing the butterfly's. The lighthouse was beautiful and wildlife was wonderful. A big thing with this even was it stated very directly in the instructions no Dogs allowed. There were many dogs there some of which were not properly being attended to. One lady brought 5 or 6 small puppies then when a Ranger explained she needed to get them away from the water because the alligators would come out of the water and take them out of her arms she argued with her that she had already taken them but she would not move away from the waters edge.

    Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park - If the weather allows, take a boat cruise!

    Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park

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    We came here for a few hours in early January 2026, but you could easily spend a whole day or 2…read more We like many wanted to see the manatees which are usually here between Nov-March. Unfortunately, the boat rides were sold out because we didn't book in advance. We were able to see 5 or 6 of them from their viewing tower. They were pretty far away but they moved around some for us to get a glimpse. We were also greeted by a river otter who hung out near the dock and had a bigger crowd than the prized manatees. After watching these wonderful creatures, we took a little hike on one of their nature trails. We only did about 3 miles out and back, but the trail goes for about 10 miles round trip. There are no cool waterfall or views of the river on the trail, it's just a nice walk through the woods. Afterwards, we went inside the historic hotel to get vanilla cokes from their soda fountain. The soda fountain has sandwiches, ice cream, and other treats along with a gift shop. Also, in the hotel is a white tablecloth fancy restaurant. Next time I come back I will make an entire day of it with the ladyfriend. Take the boat ride, go on a long hike and then have a nice dinner.

    Another beautiful and peaceful Florida State Park, I've has the privilege to visit a lot of the…read moreSP's in Florida and I'm always amazed at what they have to offer and like all of them this one has plenty of unique features that makes for a great experience. No matter what got you here you'll always discover something new, besides the beautiful kept grounds, you can take a boat tour of the springs or enjoy a meal in the lodge restaurant and even book an overnight stay inside this park now that's really unique - there is a great gift shop in the lodge that is filled with plenty of souvenirs and books filled with the history of this park and the surrounding area. We spent the morning exploring the park and its extensive trail system, it's such a quiet and peaceful place to relax, enjoy a picnic lunch or just sit on one of the beautiful benches and enjoy a nice cup of coffee. I finally got my lifetime park membership while here that allows me to enjoy all the state parks across Florida at no additional charge which I plan to use as often as possible - we did spend a few minutes interacting with a park ranger who was very friendly and gave us some history of this beautiful park this is definitely a place to return to again and again...

    Carrabelle Beach - Sunset

    Carrabelle Beach

    (2 reviews)

    Nothing matches the feeling of walking on the cool sands of a pristine beach before sunrise, the…read morenight sky dampens the palms condensing the heat from the day before, everyday creates a new image for those that seek the secrets that it holds. The water, sand, sun and sky have always held magic, like religion for free spirited souls. I come here to disconnect on many levels but also to connect with a sense of calmness that only exist by the sea. Some beaches are filled by the masses they flock and frolic and fill every inch of real estate, some beaches seem abandoned, deserted and sacred, that's where you'll find me. Carrabelle Beach is calm, it's tranquil, peaceful and historic. The "forgotten coast" is the last remaining stretch of unspoiled, pristine Gulf Coast beaches, it's like no other and I have experienced many, for me there may not be a better place to do nothing...

    This beautiful white sand beach is located just west of the center of Carrabelle. A large parking…read morelot extends the length of the beach where there are covered picnic tables (power outlets?) and a building with restroom facilities. It's a stunning crescent-shaped beach with a great view of the Saint George Sound that leads into the Gulf of Mexico. Note that the seagulls are particularly aggressive. I was easing a piece of cheese (cheese!) and they were swarming in a very scary way until there was no cheese left. [Review 14667 overall, 167 of 2021, number 1233 in Florida.]

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