Port St. Joe, Coastal city seat in Gulf County, Florida.
Port St. Joe extends along St Joseph Bay, encompassing 12.1 square miles with 9.5 square miles of land and 2.6 square miles of water area.
The original settlement, established in 1835 by Apalachicola businessmen, faced abandonment in 1841 due to a yellow fever epidemic and destruction by an 1844 hurricane.
The Constitution Convention Museum and Port Theatre preserve local heritage while the Art and Culture Center presents exhibitions throughout the year.
The Point South Marina provides boat access to St Joseph Bay, Lake Wimaco, and Intracoastal Waterways through multiple launching points.
The Cape San Blas Lighthouse stands in George Core Park, offering visitors elevated views across the waters of St Joseph Bay.
Location: Gulf County
Elevation above the sea: 2 m
Website: http://www.cityofportstjoe.com
Website: http://cityofportstjoe.com
GPS coordinates: 29.81472,-85.29722
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:36
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