Manager's Message

I want to welcome you to St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. This is one of Florida's most diverse state parks. There is something here for everyone to enjoy with a multitude of recreational opportunities and abundant wildlife activity. Come and enjoy nine miles of white sand beach and the some of the most prominent dune formations in the United States.

With spring upon us, warmer days and evening temperatures have arrived. Sunny days and a comfortable humidity level is ideal for any recreational activity. If you plan on spending time in the water or on a boat, please take time to familiarize yourself with the color code flag for current water conditions at the entrance to the beaches and the boat ramp.

We have three nature trails and a Wilderness Preserve for you to explore and observe the various wildlife and plant communities. We have conducted two prescribed fires in the park. One of the prescribed fires was in Shady Pines campground. This benefits both you and a healthy habitat for the plant and wildlife that are native to this part of the panhandle.

Cabins - Since November 2006, we have been renovating our popular cabins. We have completed 50% of the cabin renovations. This is an ongoing project and will continue until all cabin renovations are complete. Please contact the park if you have any questions.

The St. Joseph Peninsula Erosion Control Project for Gulf County began on or about March 10, 2008. The beach renourishment will include 1.6 miles of beach within the park boundary. Once this project begins, it will be a 24 hour continuous operation until the renourishment in the park is complete. The beach renourishment is expected to be completed in the park in approximately May. Weather or mechanical delays may extend completion date of the state park beach. Beach access in and around the renourishment will be limited from time to time until the project is beyound the park boundary. Please contact the park if you have any questions.

We look forward to assisting you in enjoying your visit and recreation activities at St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. If you would like to place the word "Memorable" in front of your visit to the "Forgotten Coast", please come visit this beautiful and diverse park in the panhandle of Florida.
- Brian Addison, Park Manager

Welcome to T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park

With miles of white sugar sand, this park has one of the top rated beaches in the United States. Sunbathing, snorkeling, and swimming are popular activities along the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joseph Bay. From offshore, canoeists and kayakers can take in a superb view of the high dunes and sand pine scrub. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, and bicycling. As a coastal barrier peninsula, St. Joseph provides excellent opportunities for bird watching; over 240 species have been sighted in the park. A boat ramp is located at Eagle Harbor on the bay side. Campers can stay in a full-facility campground, a short walk from the beach, or at primitive campsites in the wilderness preserve. Eight cabins on the bay side offer alternative overnight accommodations.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, please call 850/227-1327.

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Hours of Operation

8:00 AM to sunset

Driving Directions

St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is located near Port St. Joe. On US 98 (heading East) turn onto SR30-A, travel to SR30E, turn and travel to the park.
From Apalachicola, take US 98 West, turn left on C-30A, then turn left on C-30E and travel to park.

Park Fees

Admission Fees $4.00 per vehicle
Pedestrians, Bicyclists, extra Passengers, Passengers in vehicles with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Permit Admission Fee $1.00
Cabin Fee
All Year $90.00 plus tax
Camping Fee
All Year $20.00 plus tax
Picnic Pavilion Fees
A 70 seat pavilion is available for rent at the Bayview picnic area, $35 (plus tax) per day. Water and electric are available. The pavilion overlooks St. Joseph Bay. Bathrooms, a nature trail and playground are conveniently located close by. Access to the Gulf Beach is approximately 1 mile south of the pavilion. For availability and reservations, please contact the park office.

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park

8899 Cape San Blas Road
Port St. Joe, Florida 32456
Phone: 850/227-1327
Fax: 850/227-1488