St. George Island Bridge

The St. George Island Bridge connects the mainland at Eastpoint to the barrier island of St. George across Apalachicola Bay. The structure spans approximately 6.4 kilometers and is elevated roughly 20 meters above water level to allow water traffic beneath.

The current bridge replaced two earlier unsafe structures in 2004, bringing an end to the ferry service that previously transported people to the island. This modernization provided a more direct and permanent link to St. George Island.

The bridge carries the name Bryant Patton Memorial Bridge, honoring a local figure and serving as the primary gateway to St. George Island and the surrounding Gulf Coast region. For residents and visitors, crossing it marks the transition from the mainland to island life.

The bridge carries State Road 300 and provides the main vehicle access from the mainland to St. George Island. Traffic can be heavy during peak seasons and weekends, so plan your crossing accordingly.

The structure ranks as Florida's third longest bridge, a distinction many travelers pass over without noticing. The extended crossing provides opportunities to observe the bay's water and wildlife from the road.

Location: Franklin County

Inception: February 27, 2004

Official opening: February 27, 2004

GPS coordinates: 29.68375,-84.88047

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:56