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Florida Panhandle Part 3 The Apalachicola National Forest And Apalachicola Barrier Islands
njoy the Apalachicola films.
National Forest is a mix of
swamp, spring, savannah, Apalachicola Barrier Islands
hiking and canoeing terrain -
perfect for exploring. Apalachicola, an old town south
west of the forest, is the
The most exhilarating way to state's oyster capital. The three
explore is to hike along one of marvellous Barrier Islands are
its many trails or to canoe, from across the bay.
one of its many boat launches,
down the Ochlockonee River. One of these is St George Island
- a 28 mile barrier island. It is
The Apalachicola National Forest still the least inhabited and is
is the largest national forest in unspoilt, even though you can get
Florida consisting of two great there by road. Its miles of white
rivers, the Ochlockonee and the sand beaches are uncrowded, great
Sopchoppy. for swimming and catching a
variety of fish. You can see many
There are numerous campgrounds gracious wildlife like turtles.
and picnic areas throughout the
Forest so you do not have to be Take a break from the beautiful
an athlete to enjoy it. seashore and visit one of the
many restaurants serving fresh
Take a look at Wakulla Springs local seafood such as oysters of
which is west of the forest, and course.
is one of the deepest natural
springs in the world. The scenery Or go shopping on the Island for
is primitive and has clothing, beach stuff, gifts and
understandably, been the setting art.
for films such as the Tarzan
Another of the Barrier Islands is eagles), wildlife (yes, and
Little St George Island. Perfect racoons) and last but definitely
for those who like a measure of not least - fantaastic fishing.
isolation. The island is about 75
miles from Tallahassee and is The third of the Barrier Islands
reached by bridge and causeway is the St Vincent Island. You can
from US 98. only get there by boat.
You can camp for free, but bring But is has many fresh water lakes
your own facilities. There is of and salt water swamps. It is a
course, the white sand beaches, birdwatchers paradise.
bird watching (ospreys and
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