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St. Andrews State Park

4607 State Park Lane, Panama City, FL 32408
850 233 5140
Ranked #1 of 16 attractions in Panama City
4.5 of 5 stars 165 Reviews
Type: Beaches, State Parks
Activities: Sunbathing, Swimming, Walking
Traveler Description: St. Andrews State Park is probably one of the nicest places you will ever visit. The north side of the park fronts Grand Lagoon. There is a pier, a... more »
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Tallahassee, Florida
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
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We got there early, the water was clear, sand was white and the it did not smell of fish, although there were crabs in the water and dolphins begging for fish at the end of the pier. We took our lunch with us and stayed till the sun went down. More

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Rendon, Tx
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Easy access to either the gulf or the bay. Has a neat convenience store, as well as a very nice boat ramp. You can catch a boat shuttle to shell island. Good value More

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Fort Myers, Florida
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Go to the jettys and do what feels good. It's so beautiful More

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Panama City, Florida
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Great Beach area for little ones and teens alike. Can catch the ferry to Shell Island from there too. We had a great time. Spent all day. More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

The state park is an excellent way to get away from the hubbub of Panama City Beach - an area often filled with more visitors than the roads seem able to handle. But, a day away on the beaches or paths here can return the "Ahhhh" to a vacation! More

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Seattle
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

SO much fun! If you're in PC go there. We saw every thing from Herons to Urchins. All very beautiful. The Heron posed for us and that was pretty cool. More

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Lakeland, FL
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
1
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I have visited beaches all over Florida, South Carolina, Georgia and this is by far the most beautiful beach that I have ever seen. We didn't stay in the park but we checked out the beach and came back to swim. It wasn't a crowded area at all- unlike the condo beach where we were staying. The park has showers,... More

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Nashville, Tennessee
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

The state has preserved this park so it is untouched. Bring what you need if you plan to be on the beach for the day. More

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Prattville, Alabama
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012
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My family came to visit us in Panama City and tent camped here 2 nights. The campground area is beautiful and clean. I love that you can take dogs around, but what can you do with your pets if you want to go to the beach was an issue for us. The camping area is well shaded, and most of... More

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Oro Valley, Arizona
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

white white clean beachs. great isolated beach with no waves perfect for little kids. lake with plenty of gators to see. really nice bathrooms too, would go again More

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