FWC has announced the closure of the 2026 recreational bay scallop harvest season in the Gulf County Zone due to very low bay scallop abundance. While scallop harvesting is prohibited this season, Gulf County waters remain open for other recreational activities, including fishing, boating and swimming.
When you are on vacation, you want your family to have fun! Sometimes it can be difficult with possibly wide age gaps or different tastes. Luckily, Gulf County offers many different activities for all ages. These are only a few activities out of the many that teenagers and even adults and young kids can enjoy.
Have a family member that enjoys animals and strolls on the beach? Horseback riding would be a perfect option for them! Experience is not even needed to trot into the sunset!
We ride year round! Cape San Blas Horseback Riding on the Beach is a relaxing, safe way to enjoy the...
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Its hard to visit a coastal community without getting on the water! There are many charters in Gulf County offering fishing and sunset cruises that teenagers and kids will love.
If you are looking for a family-friendly way to experience St. Joseph’s Bay look no further than...
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Everyone likes to eat, right? Our county has many restaurants to choose from, but the Uptown Raw Bar is always a great choice. You can never go wrong with local seafood and oysters!
Delicious food ranging from freshly shucked raw oysters to charred grilled steaks and everything in...
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After a long day out in the sun, frozen treats are always an excellent refresher. Our local ice cream truck offers soft serve, sundaes, water ice, and their unique gelato! It will be sure to put a smile on everyone's face!
