We were only here a couple of days, and it rained quite a bit, so we did not have much time to explore the area. Gulf State Park is known for its extensive boardwalk and paved trails that bicycles can use. There is also a very long pier for walking, fishing, and viewing the sunsets.
Gulf Islands National Seashore preserves the natural and historic resources of the Gulf of Mexico barrier islands from Florida to Mississippi. The protected regions include mainland areas and parts of seven islands.The Gulf Islands have a long history of settlement, conflict, and abandonment.
Trailer Life & Woodalls ranks Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in the top 1% of the nation. The park has over 3 miles of pristine white sandy beach with emerald water.
St. George Island (also known as Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park) is a 22 mile barrier island. A barrier island is a long, thin, sandy stretch of land, oriented parallel to the mainland coast that protects the coast from the full force of powerful storm waves. There are 20 miles of beach on the gulfside and miles of marsh, inlets and oyster bars on the bayside.
From Grayton Beach we went to Ho Hum RV Park. It is located in Carrabelle, Florida. We had a site right on the water. Jake loves all the smells on the beach. Stunning 180 degree views of the Gulf of Mexico. They have a nice 250 ft. pier.
Grayton Beach State Park was opened in 1968. Its consistently claimed to be one of the best beaches in Florida.
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