Alligator Point Vacation Rentals, Homes, Condos, Villas and Beach Rentals
Alligator Point
is a small community located along the Gulf of Mexico in what is referred to as the “Big Bend” area of Florida. Part of Franklin County, Alligator Point is approximately 45 miles south of Tallahassee, and is part of “The Forgotten Coast” of north Florida. This is the least commercialized area of coastal Florida, with 50 miles of unspoiled coastline and very few people. The beaches are quiet and great for walking, jogging, swimming and beachcombing. Fishing off Alligator Point is also outstanding, either deep-sea or right off the beach. The nearby Wakulla River offers canoe rentals, where in the warmer summer months, you can often spot an endangered Manatee. Bald Point State Park is located on Alligator Point and offers swimming, picnicking, kayaking, wind surfing and wildlife viewing. In spring, the park is full of beautiful wildflowers, and in autumn, the Monarch butterflies pause at Bald Point before making their long journey across the Gulf. The weather here is very pleasant and is a little less hot and humid in summer than further inland. There are several very good restaurants in Alligator Point, and accommodations are varied and plentiful. One other interesting point - although it’s called “Alligator Point,” no one knows why because these critters are actually freshwater animals and wont be found on any of the area’s beaches.
Florida's Northwest Panhandle bwh bwh between Tallahassee and Panama City is somewhat cooler than the rest of the state due to its latitude and proximity to the Gulf of Mexico. There are a significant number of days November - March when the combination of sea breezes and prevailing winds from the north force cold air into the area. The Panhandle also receives the most rain of any region in the state. In summertime, abundant sunshine and the Gulf, along with 58 inches of rainfall per year, contributes to a hot and humid climate. The chance of showers and thunderstorms can be expected anytime of the year, although the rainy season generally runs May - September, with August and September being the wettest months. Hurricane season officially lasts from August through late October, but ample warning is given for these types of storms.
Month
High Temp
Low Temp
Rainfall
Ocean Temp
January
63°F
39°F
5.36 in.
56°F
February
67°F
42°F
4.63 in.
58°F
March
74°F
48°F
6.47 in.
63°F
April
80°F
52°F
3.59 in.
71°F
May
86°F
62°F
4.95 in.
78°F
June
90°F
69°F
6.92 in.
84°F
July
92°F
72°F
8.04 in.
85°F
August
91°F
72°F
7.03 in.
86°F
September
88°F
69°F
5.01 in.
82°F
October
81°F
56°F
3.25 in.
74°F
November
72°F
47°F
3.86 in.
65°F
December
65°F
41°F
4.10 in.
58°F
Alligator Point Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Tallahassee Regional airport (TLH) located about 34 miles north of Alligator Point in Tallahassee, Florida, the Apalachicola Municipal airport (AAF) located approximately 39 miles west of Alligator Point in Apalachicola, Florida, the Thomasville Municipal airport (TVI) located roughly 75 miles northeast of Alligator Point in Thomasville, Georgia, and finally the Decatur County Industrial Airpark airport (BGE) located around 75 miles north of Alligator Point in Bainbridge, Georgia.
Alligator Point Attractions
While staying in your Alligator Point Florida vacation home rental, be sure to visit some of the nearby attractions.
Amusement and Theme Parks
Cobra Adventure Park
Panama City Beach
FL
86.2 mi.
Water Parks
Shipwreck Island Water Park
Panama City Beach
FL
86.2 mi.
Water World
Dothan
AL
108.8 mi.
Golf Courses
Wildwood Country Club
Crawfordville
FL
18.7 mi.
State Parks
Ochlockonee River State Park
FL
8.0 mi.
San Marcos De Apalache Historic State Park
FL
20.7 mi.
Dr Julian G Bruce Saint George Island State Park
FL
23.3 mi.
Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park
FL
23.8 mi.
Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park
FL
30.3 mi.
Econfina River State Park
FL
31.8 mi.
Tallahassee-Saint Marks Historic Railroad Trail State Park
FL
35.3 mi.
Fort Gadsden State Park
FL
36.0 mi.
John Gorrie Museum State Park
FL
36.9 mi.
Zoos and Aquariums
Zooworld
Panama City Beach
FL
89.3 mi.
Gulf World Marine Park
Panama City Beach
FL
89.3 mi.
Chehaw Wild Animal Park
Albany
GA
117.0 mi.
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