Park Summary for Print - Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park

Welcome to Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park

Miles of undeveloped beaches and emerald waters provide the perfect setting for this park. The park offers ample opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, canoeing, boating, hiking, camping, and nature study. Two boat ramps provide access to Apalachee Bay where anglers can fish for flounder, redfish, sea trout, pompano, whiting, and Spanish mackerel. Few parks offer better opportunities for gulf coast shelling. Shore birds such as the snowy plover, least tern, black skimmer, and willet often nest along the park´s sandy shores and grass flats. The park has six large picnic shelters equipped with grills, tables, and restrooms. The campground features full-facility campsites; a primitive campsite can be accessed by trail or by private boat. Located on St. George Island, 10 miles southeast of Eastpoint, off U.S. 98.

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For Information about Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park, please call 850-927-2111.

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Hours of Operation

Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

Driving Directions

Access to St. George Island is via a 4 mile bridge that is accessible from Eastpoint, Florida. Eastpoint is located approximately 75 miles southwest of Tallahassee, Florida. The park is located on the east end of St. George Island.

Park Fees

Admission Fees: $5.00 per vehicle up to 8 people in vehicle
Pedestrians, Bicyclists, extra Passengers, Passengers in vehicles (over 8 people) with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Permit $1.00 per visitor
East End Access
Adult $6.00
Children under 12 are Free
Camping Fee
All Year $19.00 plus tax
Picnic Pavilion Fees
There are two Picnic Pavilions which can be reserved. One at Sugar Hill and the other at East Slough. The rental fee is $30.00 (plus tax) per day. Pavilions are not rented on holidays. No pets or alcohol permitted. For further information about this park, please call.

Activities at Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park

	Beaches St. George Island offers 9 miles of some of the most pristine beaches along the Gulf coast of Florida. Visitors can access 4 miles of beach along the parks main drive. For those visitors who enjoy a wilderness experience, the last 5 miles of beach is accessible only by foot.
	Boat Ramp There are two boat ramps that visitors can use to access the Apalachicola Bay. The first ramp is located next to the park's youth camp and the other is 2 ½ miles from the parks entrance. Both can accommodate boats not much larger than 21 feet in length with a shallow draft depending on current tide.
	Boating Canoeing and kayaking are favorite activities around the park. Both can be rented on the Island, call the park for more information. Small offshore boats are used around the island for fishing. Keep in mind that the bay is very shallow.
	Fishing Surf and bay fishing may yield catches of flounder, redfish, sea trout, pompano, whiting or sometimes Spanish mackerel. A saltwater fishing license is required in Florida. Do you need a Fishing License?
	Full Facility Camping This 1,962 acre barrier island park has 60 campsites with electric and water hookups available for reservation through Reserve America.
	Nature Trails The trail to Gap Point begins in the campground and meanders through the pine flatwood forest to the bay.
	Pet Camping Pet camping is available.
	Picnicking The park offers 6 large shelters on the beach equipped with restrooms and showers. Each shelter has grills for cooking and several picnic tables for visitors. These shelters can also be reserved. Call the park for more information.
	Playground There is a playground within the park, which have state of the art equipment and bench’s to sit on.
	Primitive Camping Primitive campsites at Gap Point are available via a 2-½ mile backpacking trail. This area is also accessible by boat.
	Showers Showering facilities are available in the family campground. The park also offers cold-water showers at two beach access areas. Ask staff for their locations.
	Swimming Swimming and sunbathing are popular activities on the white sandy beaches and clear Gulf waters. NO LIFEGUARDS ARE PROVIDED.
	Wildlife Viewing Wildlife viewing is possible at this park
	Youth Camping Youth Group camping is available to organized groups of up to 25 or a minimum of 6 persons. This is a tents only area. Chaperones must be provided for youth groups and must remain with the group at all times. Restrooms, cold water showers, picnic tables and a campfire circle are available. Reservations for the Youth Camp may be made up to 11 months in advance by contacting the park office at (850) 927-2111.

Special Events for Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park

There are no events listed at this time. Please call our park for more details on possible future events.

Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park Ranger Programs

FOUR NIGHTS WITH THE STARS
Wednesday, Aug 8th 8:00pm to 10:00pm Saint George Island State Park along with the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR) will hold the Four Nights with the Stars event on August 8, September 26, October 24, and November 14. Family activities will include learning fascinating facts and scientific principles, learning constellations, and searching for distant planets. Other activities include a walk on the beach to demonstrate the large scale of our own solar system. Participants should bring a flashlight and be prepared to walk about one mile. Admission to the event is free.
Call (850) 927-2111 for more details.
FOUR NIGHTS WITH THE STARS
Wednesday, Sept 26th 8:00pm to 10:00pm Saint George Island State Park along with the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR) will hold the Four Nights with the Stars event on August 8, September 26, October 24, and November 14. Family activities will include learning fascinating facts and scientific principles, learning constellations, and searching for distant planets. Other activities include a walk on the beach to demonstrate the large scale of our own solar system. Participants should bring a flashlight and be prepared to walk about one mile. Admission to the event is free.
Call (850) 927-2111 for more details.
FOUR NIGHTS WITH THE STARS
Wednesday, Oct 24th 8:00pm to 10:00pm Saint George Island State Park along with the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR) will hold the Four Nights with the Stars event on August 8, September 26, October 24, and November 14. Family activities will include learning fascinating facts and scientific principles, learning constellations, and searching for distant planets. Other activities include a walk on the beach to demonstrate the large scale of our own solar system. Participants should bring a flashlight and be prepared to walk about one mile. Admission to the event is free.
Call (850) 927-2111 for more details.
FOUR NIGHTS WITH THE STARS
Wednesday, Nov 14th 8:00pm to 10:00pm Saint George Island State Park along with the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR) will hold the Four Nights with the Stars event on August 8, September 26, October 24, and November 14. Family activities will include learning fascinating facts and scientific principles, learning constellations, and searching for distant planets. Other activities include a walk on the beach to demonstrate the large scale of our own solar system. Participants should bring a flashlight and be prepared to walk about one mile. Admission to the event is free.
Call (850) 927-2111 for more details.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park

Question: How is the fishing?
Answer: Good in the spring and fall.

Question: How big a boat, can you launch at the boat ramp?
Answer: Not much larger than 24 feet in length with a shallow draft.

Question: Do Golden Age Passes apply?
Answer: No, they are only for federal parks.

Question: How long are your campsites?
Answer: The sites are different in lengths. Some sites can accommodate campers up to 40 feet long. Check with Reserve America for specifics.

Question: Where is the best place to look for shells?
Answer: All along the Gulf-side beaches via the boardwalks.

Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park Volunteer Information

Volunteers can do many things -- greet visitors, conduct tours, help rangers remove exotic plants or maintain the natural beauty of a beach, waterway or trail.