Alligator Point

Sea oat-covered sand dunes, marsh habitats and pine forests make Alligator Point perfect for birding and wildlife observation.

Alligator Point is a sparsely populated coastal jewel located at the easternmost end of Franklin County. This narrow beach peninsula boasts eight miles of quiet shoreline and unparalled fishing. The “Point,” as it is referred to by locals, is nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and Alligator Harbor, a pristine estuary known for its clam harvesting. This cozy coastal community is a snapshot of vintage coastal Florida. Alligator Point features a range of vacation rental options on the gulf and bay. The area features a full service marina with fishing charters. There are several public access areas along the beach and two boat ramps on the bay side.

A Wildlife Paradise
Sea oat-covered sand dunes, marsh and pond habitats and pine forests make Alligator Point perfect for birding and wildlife observation. The Point is flanked on one end by the Bald Point State Park, a 5,000 acre protected wildlife area nationally acclaimed as a bi-annual stopover for migrating birds and butterflies. The park features beaches, bicycling, birding, canoeing, fishing, hiking, kayaking, swimming and wildlife viewing. The nearby St. Marks Wildlife Refuge is also a popular visit for wildlife enthusiasts. The St. Marks Wildlife Refuge is actually the oldest refuge in the state, established in 1931 to provide wintering habitat for migratory birds.
 
Alligator Harbor Clam Harvesting
Alligator Harbor is a shallow estuary enclosed by the Alligator Point sand spit. Alligator Harbor is unique because it’s one of the few harbors in Florida that’s not fed directly by a river, which means the salt content of the water is almost the same as the Gulf of Mexico. The salinity levels allow for the successful clam harvesting industry within the harbor.

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Franklin County Tourist Development Council
17 1/2 Ave. E. Apalachicola, Florida 32320
P.O. Box 819, Apalachicola, Florida 32329
850-653 8678
866-914-2068
Fax 850-653-8319

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