Calhoun County

Calhoun County is an administrative region in Northwest Florida with the Chipola River flowing through its eastern portion and extensive forests throughout. The county spreads across 574 square miles of land with Blountstown serving as its seat.

The area was established in 1838 and named after South Carolina Senator John C. Calhoun. The original administrative center of St. Joseph no longer exists and was later replaced by Blountstown.

The Panhandle Pioneer Settlement displays daily life from earlier times through 18 historical buildings where visitors can see how people once worked and lived. The preserved rooms and objects tell the story of early settler habits in this region.

The region connects to neighboring areas through Florida State Roads 20 and 71, with Blountstown as the central hub. The nearest interstate access is located in adjacent counties.

The M&B Railroad Memorial Park houses a historic Baldwin locomotive Type 4-6-0 from 1911 that recalls the railway serving the region until 1972. The locomotive stands as a rare reminder of this important transportation link.

Location: Florida

Inception: January 26, 1838

Capital city: Blountstown

Reference: 12-013

Shares border with: Jackson County, Gadsden County, Liberty County, Gulf County, Bay County

Website: http://calhouncountyfl.org

GPS coordinates: 30.41000,-85.20000

Latest update: December 23, 2025 21:26