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Apalachicola, Florida
Population: 2,334
Located in Franklin County
The businesses located in the Apalachicola Bay Area welcome you to what has been called Florida's Forgotten Coast, a coastal Florida paradise that YOU will never forget. Experience the quaint charm of Historic Apalachicola with its art galleries, antique shops, bed and breakfast inns, and many fine historic homes and buildings.
Explore the scenic beauty of the barrier islands, home to some of Florida's most pristine white-sand beaches, a state park, a national wildlife refuge, a beautiful old lighthouse, and some of Florida's premier vacation accommodations.
Enjoy a peaceful walk along the bayside docks where the area's commercial fishermen unload the best seafood in the world.
Satisfy your appetite with a meal at one of the area's many superb seafood restaurants.
Located on Florida's Gulf Coast along Highway 98, this area has been spared the over-development that much of Florida has suffered. The pace here is unhurried, the crowds are non-existent, and the result is an experience you will never forget. Florida's Forgotten Coast is a virtual playground for those of us who enjoy Florida history, exploring coastal eco-systems, bird watching, shell collecting, or any number of nature-based activities. There's never a shortage of things to do. The waters of the Apalachicola Bay are among the cleanest and most productive in the nation yielding seafood landings in excess of $14 million annually in Franklin County. The famous Apalachicola Bay oysters are among the most delectable and nutritious seafood in the world.
They are also a very important part of the Franklin County economic picture. More than 1,000 people are employed by the million dollar industry in the County.
In 1997, over $2 million worth of oysters (1.4 million pounds of oyster meat) was shucked in Franklin County seafood houses, according to State Marine Fisheries Statistics. Historically, Franklin County harvests more than 90 % of Florida's oysters and 10 % of the nationwide supply.
Within Franklin County, oysters make up almost one-third the value of commercial marine landings. Shrimp, blue crab and fin fish are also important commercially, bringing in over $11 million worth of seafood to Franklin County docks.
Courtesy http://www.baynavigator.com/
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