Walking out on a pier you realize that even though the water is 75 ft deep you can still clearly see a shell lying on the bottom of the ocean floor. Night settles in and the full moon's reflection reveals schools of tiny fish lapping the edge of the tide. Smells of the clean ocean mixes with the fragrant smells of nearby magnolia and wild rosemary. The above description of Florida aptly describes St. Andrews State Recreation Area. This paradise is over 1063 acres of sand dunes, edged by woodlands on one side and the ocean by another.
Overnight camping is permitted as is picnicking, swimming, fishing and boating.
A boat ramp and two fishing piers are available. There are even showers so that you can rinse off after a cool swim on a hot afternoon. The nature trail allows views of many different species of birds and even alligators. Located only 3 miles east of Panama City Beach on the gulf tip. The park has a 14 day maximum stay.