Gulf County's Favorite Season Is Almost Here 🤿

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See You on the Bay Gulf County Scallop Season Opens on August 16th! There's nothing quite like the thrill of spotting your first scallop beneath the crystal-clear waters of St. Joseph Bay. It's one of Gulf County's favorite summer traditions, bringing families and friends together for days filled with adventure, laughter, and memories made on the water. The 2026 Gulf County Scallop Season is scheduled to open August 16 and run through September 24, giving you plenty of time to plan your getaway. Whether it's your first scalloping trip or an annual tradition, our Scalloping Guide has everything you need to know before you head out, from licenses and safety tips to what to bring and where to go.    Read the Scalloping Guide

Smart Adventures Start Here A little preparation goes a long way on the water. From weather and tides to boating essentials and local regulations, our Water Safety Guide has the tips you need for a fun and safe day exploring Gulf County's waterways. Get Ready for Scallops, Music & Memories! Make your Labor Day weekend unforgettable at the Florida Scallop, Music & Arts Festival. Enjoy fresh Gulf seafood, live music, local vendors, waterfront views, and a celebration of everything that makes Gulf County special.

Meet Our Partners St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve Explore wild Florida at the St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve, a stunning 5,000-acre landscape protecting rare habitats, native plants, and the pristine waters of St. Joseph Bay. Open daily for hiking, biking, paddling, birding, and nature study, the preserve is a haven for outdoor adventurers and conservation enthusiasts. Visit the on-site visitor center or join a guided tram tour to learn how this ecological gem helps safeguard one of Florida’s most diverse coastal ecosystems. (850) 229-1787 stjosephbaypreserve.org T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park Discover unspoiled beauty at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Stretching 20 miles into the blue waters of the Gulf of America, the park features sugar-white beaches, coastal marshes, and protected habitats for sea turtles, nesting shorebirds, and the endangered St. Andrews beach mouse. Visitors enjoy swimming, fishing, hiking, and camping in one of the park’s cabins, campsites, or primitive beach spots—making it a serene, nature-filled escape year-round. (850) 227-1327 https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/th-stone-memorial-st-joseph-peninsula-state-park

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