St. Andrews State Park - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About St. Andrews State Park

Two-and-a-half miles of beaches, boat tours, boating, canoeing, fishing piers, hiking, kayaking, picnicking, scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, wildlife viewing, and full camping facilities can be found at St. Andrews State Park.

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Gator Lake

Gator Lake

0.59km from St. Andrews State Park

Gator Lake, located in Bay County, Florida, is a 31-acre lake situated between two of the most beautiful crystal-clear coastal rivers that have ever been seen. The area has become well known for its expansive sub-watersheds that are home to a variety of different species including some of the rarest fish and wildlife in Florida. Gator Lake is also home to other unique features such as an old dock bridge that provides a picturesque walkway over the lake's tranquil waters.

Saint Andrew Bay

Saint Andrew Bay

4.34km from St. Andrews State Park

During the American Civil War, a large number of saltworks were located in St. Andrew Bay.

The Panama City Publishing Company & Museum

The Panama City Publishing Company & Museum

5.39km from St. Andrews State Park

This Museum, is a historic location houses a printing press museum with original 19th-century equipment used by the first newspapers in the area. It also features display cases full of various artifacts collected from newspapers printed in the area. Through interactive exhibits and guided tours led by experienced guides, guests can gain insight into the evolution of the newspaper industry and how it has shaped both Panama City's culture and America's journalistic landscape.

Shell Island

Shell Island

5.85km from St. Andrews State Park

Shell Island, a seven-mile strip of land located in Bay County, Florida, is the perfect destination for a day on the beach. With over five miles of accessible coastline, visitors to Shell Island will find plenty of secluded spots to build sandcastles and take a refreshing dip in the crystal blue waters. Those looking to explore further can join excursions that focus on the local marine life including bottlenose dolphins and loggerhead sea turtles or even journey out to nearby wrecks.

Hathaway Bridge

Hathaway Bridge

6.33km from St. Andrews State Park

The Hathaway Bridge, is a stunning architectural achievement that spans St. Andrews Sound between Panama City Beach and Panama City. Originally constructed in 1947 out of steel, the bridge was reconstructed and widened to a four lane span between 1998 and 2001. The widening of the bridge provided an economic boon to the local communities by allowing for easier passage across the sound, enabling tourists and locals alike to experience all that Bay County has to offer.

Panama City Center for the Arts

Panama City Center for the Arts

7.84km from St. Andrews State Park

There is an art centre in Panama City called the Panama City Center for the Arts, formerly known as the Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida.

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Bay County

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In northwestern Florida, Bay County is a county on the Gulf coast.

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