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	Apalachicola Vacations 65 miles east of Panama City, 80 miles west of Tallahassee Apalachicola, population of just 3500, is a quaint sea side town with a rich history. The town sits on a bay where the Chattahoochee, Flint and Apalachicola Rivers discharge in to the Atlantic and the waters abound with marine life. This area produces 90% of Florida's oyster crop, and shrimping and fishing are major industries. The town is a popular day trip from Panama City Beach and Tallahassee. The bays and estuaries are great for fishing and boating and there are several wildlife reserves in the area. The pristine beaches on the 28 mile long (45 km) St. George Island, 7 miles (11km) from town, are among the nation's best. In recent times, the town has been "discovered" with many of the old homes now restored to their former glory and opened as antique and gift shops. Over 250 buildings are listed on the National Register. Apalachicola accommodation offers bed and breakfast in some of the historic homes and inns as well as a selection of modern hotels, inns and beach home and vacation rentals.


	Apalachicola Vacation Highlights To appreciate the history of Apalachicola, stroll around the waterfront and Victorian-era homes. Tin warehouses along Water St are reminders of the town's seafaring days of the late 1800s, and the Sponge Exchange dates from the 1840's. The lovely Trinity Episcopal Church, built in New York and shipped 1837, is a feature of the residential area. John Gorrie Museum State Park displays a replica of Doctor Gorrie's cooling machine, a forerunner of the air conditioner that is now an indispensible part of modern society. The Estuarine Walk has aquariums of fish, turtles and displays of various other estuarine life. Apalachicola National Forest is located a few miles northeast of the town and is a treasure trove of outdoor pursuits for nature lovers, with canoeing, camping, hiking and mountain biking. St. Vincent's Wildlife Refuge is a haven for bird watching. Explore the Fort Gadsden State Historic Site, or view the lighthouse at Cape St. George. Nearby Carrabelle and Dog Island provide scenic retreats. Hiking and camping is permitted on the 9 miles (14km) of beaches in St. George Island State Park. This pristine nature preserve occupies the eastern end of St. George Island. Nature cruises are available to the barrier islands and on local waterways. Afternoon or sunset sailing on the bay is a popular way to spend a few hours. The fishing in these waters is excellent and several charter boats are available from the local dock. Other Regional Vacation Centers Destin vacations:: Panama City Beach vacations :: Pensacola vacations Apalachicola Florida Florida vacations


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