St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge in Apalachicola, Florida, USA was initially established for waterfowl but now includes the protection of habitat for endangered species in as natural state as possible. Comprised of two islands with highly varied plant and animal communities, they are even home to a pair of red wolves part of the red wolf recovery program. St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge is excellent for recreational activities like fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, hiking, bicycling, kayaking, and nature photography, and is an important stop over for neotropical migratory birds, plus they hold several hunts on portions of the refuge.READ MORE

The House of Tartts Guest House and Carriage House in historic Apalachicola, Florida, USA offer an unforgettable stay where you experience the comfort of times past as they say, and guests are offered access to the kitchen which is common area. The three guest rooms in the restored guest house come with private bath and no meals are prepared, amenities include a full kitchen, washer and dryer, ironing facilities and there's a large outdoor charcoal grill in the garden. The Carriage House is ideal for five guests with views over the garden and is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath cottage with kitchen, TV lounge and laundry. The House of Tartts Guest House and Carriage House is just two blocks from the river, marinas, quaint shops, restaurants and historic sites, there's also a working waterfront to explore and beautiful beaches a short scenic drive away.READ MORE

The Apalachicola Margaret Key Library in Apalachicola, Florida, USA has a long history and roots going all the way back to 1896, originally formed as a reading club by a group of women. Today the new library is being rebuilt with grants from Margaret Key and they are currently doing more fundraising to complete the task. The Apalachicola Margaret Key Library has six computers available for public use and provide photocopying, scanning and fax services, there's also access to an electronic library. The Apalachicola Margaret Key Library hosts programs and events like the Summer reading program for young readers, and there are book sales twice a year to raise funds, donations of books are welcome.READ MORE

Consulate Suites in Apalachicola, Florida, USA are located in the heart of the Historic Riverfront District in the historic Grady building, and today features four world class luxury vacation suites. With a rich, fascinating and interesting history going back, upstairs suites overlooking the Apalchicola River are decorated with antique prints, original artworks and vintage maps, and all are uniquely designed with fully equipped kitchens, flat screen TV's, internet, balconies, laundry facilities and more. Consulate Suites are the perfect headquarters for family reunions or wedding parties or honeymoons, and they are ideally located for exploring, boat trips, sightseeing, fishing, kayaking, dining and shopping, come for a fabulous stay in beautiful and historic surrounds.READ MORE

Buddy Ward and Sons Seafood in Apalachicola, Florida, USA has been catching and selling seafood since 1937, and they are committed to quality for the freshest, tastiest seafood, and their 13 Mile Brand has won many awards. Specializing in Apalachicola Bay oysters and shrimp, flounder, grouper, crabs, mullet, clams and more, their catch comes from their five shrimp boats and other local fishermen. They also sell brand apparel, and half pound steamed shrimp for lunch or more for a cookout, they smoke their own fish and have delicious homemade seafood dips, and if you are looking for something special like sushi grade tuna or grouper cheeks, they can usually get it for you. Buddy Ward and Sons Seafood have their own oyster beds in Apalachicola Bay, and if you want to catch fish yourself, can book you for fishing trips with some of the best Charter captains in the bay.READ MORE

The John Gorrie Museum State Park in Apalachicola, Florida, USA offers a museum where visitors can learn about the contributions of Dr. John Gorrie to the town and the amazing ice making machine he created. There are interpretive exhibits chronicling the colourful history of Apalachicola, and accessible amenities, geocaches are also hidden in the park, and there are sidewalks to the Gorrie gravesite and memorial. The John Gorrie Museum State Park is perfect for visiting and learning, then enjoying a picnic under the cedar trees, come see how one man changed the world, it's a fascinating experience.READ MORE

Apalach Outfitters is a full service specialty retail shop in Apalachicola, Florida, USA, and they specialize in men's and women's outdoor apparel, fly fishing, inshore fishing and light tackle fishing. Here they can full outfit you to explore Florida's Forgotten Coast, and the shop is housed in a 110 year old building call the Orman building which features beautiful pine doors, windows and floors, turn of the century brick and antique tin ceilings, it's a walk back in time on entering. Apalach Outfitters also offer online shopping and other products include footwear, jewelery, stand up paddleboards, snorkels, masks, coolers, sunglasses and dog stuff, everything you need for outdoor adventures and pursuits.READ MORE

Scipio Creek Marina is the largest marina facility in Apalachicola, Florida, USA and a family owned business on the northwest Gulf Coast close to waterfront shops, restaurants and attractions. They are open 7 days a week and offer dry boat storage, pure gas and diesel, jet skit storage and have lighted wet slips, shore power, a pump out station and shower facilities. Scipio Creek Marina offers fishing guide services and there's a ship store for all you need as well as lighted wet slips, they are also Evinrude dealers and do Evinrude service and repairs, it's all here at this wonderful full service marina.READ MORE

Water Street Hotel and Marina in Apalachicola is a unique 30 suite hotel and 20 slip marina in an Old Florida setting with modern conveniences and screened porches on the water. With a beautiful turn of the century look, this hotel has a swimming pool and meeting and event facilities for corporate meetings and retreats, weddings and other celebrations and the meeting room features river front views, WIFI and audio visual equipment. Water Street Hotel and Marina offers boating packages, and marina services include a dockmaster, marine supplies and ice, groceries and gifts, a fishing guide service, fish and boat cleaning, business services and access to the hotel pool and meeting facilities, and short and long term rentals are available, it's all here.READ MORE

Gulf Coast Charter and Fishing will take you on exciting and extreme adventures of Apalachicola Fishing Charters, Diving, and Sightseeing charters up and down beaches, islands, rivers and the wide open gulf. Your captain with vast experience who is a Coast Guard Certified Master Captain and PADI certified divermaster, will ensure everyone has a good time whether on land or offshore. Gulf Coast Charter and Fishing specialize in creating unique adventures and they offer Apalchicola bay fishing and deep sea fishing charters as well as night time activities like romantic evening cruises, flounder gigging, frog gigging and more, they also offer scuba diving and spear fishing with lessons on learning how to fish, they do dolphin tours too and much more, book today for the adventure of a lifetime. READ MORE