1. Three Servicemen South Statue-A part of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, this statue in Apalachicola is a one-of-a-kind detail of the original bronze sculpture in Washington D.C. It is the centerpiece of Apalachicola’s Veterans Memorial Plaza.
2. National Estuarine Research Reserve-Located in Apalachicola, this is one of 25 sites in the nation with such designated as a National Estuarine Research Reserve. At the Visitor Information Center, learn about the 186 species of fish, diverse marine habitats and the ways to protect them for generations to come. You can also see live examples of the local marine life!
3. Orman House State Park-Journey back to the ways of life in 1838 in historic Apalachicola. Thomas Orman’s beautiful antebellum home overlooks the Apalachicola River. Orman was a business man who helped his tiny town become one of the Gulf Coast’s most important cotton ports in the 19th century. House tours are 9-5, Monday through Thursday. Admission is $2 per person.
4. St. George Island State Park- If camping, kayaking, fishing or birdwatching sound like your idea of fun, plan a trip to this pristine park on St. George Island. With miles of undeveloped beach and crystal clear water at your fingertips, you’ll be experiencing the Old Florida way of life. Admission is $5 per vehicle.
5. Crooked River Lighthouse- This 103-foot tall iron and steel lighthouse was constructed in 1895 and is still considered a beacon of light for the folks of Carrabelle (it was at one time decommissioned by the U.S. Coast Guard). The museum is open from 12pm-5pm Thursday through Sunday, and you can climb the lighthouse on Saturdays from 1-4. Admission is $5.
Tags: Apalachicola, eco-tourism, hiking trails, lighthouses, state parks
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