Falcon Guide Exploring Florida's Gulf Coast Beaches

Beginning at the Everglades' Cape Sable in the southwestern corner of the state, around the Big Bend, and ending in Pensacola in the Panhandle, Florida's Gulf Coast offers beach lovers everything from pristine white dunes to cypress stands to countless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Fishing, picnicking, surfing, camping, sea kayaking, shell gathering - the possibilities for beach fun are endless, as are chances to see marine and bird life. Off the beach, discover a variety of attractions such as the Indian Temple Mound Museum, the Mote Marine Aquarium, and the Salvador Dali Museum. This guide shows you where to go and what to do to get the most out of your time along the Sunshine State's Gulf Coast. Inside you'll find: descriptions of seventy-five beaches, including the Panhandle; information on surfing, camping and beach amenities; essays on local history and the marine environment; maps and access directions; tips on beach safety and etiquette.Hurchalla, George is the author of 'Falcon Guide Exploring Florida's Gulf Coast Beaches', published 2002 under ISBN 9780762710942 and ISBN 0762710942.