Florida's Forgotten Coast Videos
Museum Series
These enlightening videos will take you on a brief tour of each Franklin County museum, including The Raney House Museum, The Orman House Museum, John Gorrie Museum State Park, Carrabelle History Museum and Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum, as well as our two historic lighthouses: Cape St. George Light and Crooked River Lighthouse. Discover the rich historical significance of each site and get a glimpse of the unique artifacts, memorabilia and exhibits showcased inside these fascinating museums.
Event Series
Franklin County is home to art exhibits, music concerts, theater performances, fishing tournaments, festivals and parades year-round that highlight our natural resources, culture and history. Explore some of our most popular events in this exciting video series.
Outdoor Adventures
If you’re searching for unique things to do in Florida, look no further than the Forgotten Coast! While our area has a laid-back, friendly and easy-going vibe, there are tons of fun activities and exciting events here for the entire family to enjoy!
RELAX & STAY AWHILE
From a quaint beach cottage to a luxurious beachfront villa, Florida's Forgotten Coast offers a variety of places to stay.
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Suncoast Vacation Rentals
Suncoast Vacation Rentals of St. George Island offers various types of accommodations on picturesque St. George Island; from condos to beach cottages to family size accommodations. Call the office or visit the website for property descriptions and reservations.
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Breathe Easy
Beach front living, mere steps from the ocean via your own private boardwalk: Breathe Easy is the family-friendly home that will make your vacation holiday special. Upscale furnishings and flat-screen tvs with DVD players are found in the two separate living areas; over 3000 sf means lots of room for extended families. Upstairs, the large, open-house plan includes a living…
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Harbor Point Vacation Rentals
Harbor Point specializes in vacation rentals in the Alligator Point, Bald Point, St Teresa, and St James Bay areas. Many types of accommodations available to suit every budget. Some pet friendly. All vacation rentals come complete with linens, cookware, microwave, dishes & utensils, refrigerator, stove/oven, toaster, coffee pot, blender, central heat & air, charcoal grill, cable or satellite TV, DVD…
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Discover the Forgotten Coast's authentic, Old Florida charm at more than 100 annual events and festivals, that highlight our natural resources, culture and history. Click here to see all events
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum Remember the Battle of Okinawa Carrabelle
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum presents a special exhibit on the most violent and costliest campaign of WWII, the battle to take Okinawa. The exhibit will include historical photos and Marine Corps artifacts, some of which were recently acquired. The battle started with the Kerama Islands’ capture by the 77th infantry…
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Full Moon Climb Carrabelle
The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a Full Moon Lighthouse Climb on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, from 7:00-10:00 pm in Carrabelle, FL. Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to see the St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach’s gorgeous natural surroundings under the evening sky. Guests can also enjoy the fire…
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Online Sci-Café: Oyster Corps Overview
Kim Wren and Joe Taylor will give an introduction and overview of the newly formed Oyster Corps. The Oyster Corps is a project of the Forgotten Coast Conservation Corps, a conservation service program for youth, young adults and Veterans. Kim is the Assistant Manager for the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research…
Learn MoreUNFORGETTABLE
That's the word most used to describe Florida's Forgotten Coast.
Follow local guides as they share their tips for how to make the most of your stay on the Forgotten Coast.
Perks of the Forgotten Coast: 3 Local Independent Coffee Roasters
Vacationing on the Forgotten Coast is choosing slow-paced family time, natural beauty, bountiful waters over box stores, high rise hotels, and, dare I say, Starbucks. …
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Access for All: Forgotten Coast Beaches
Are you looking for a beach vacation with wheelchair access? No need to reinvent the wheel, Franklin County Florida strives to be a fun-filled destination…
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