Location: Carrabelle
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What to do and see in Carrabelle, Florida (FL): The Best Free Things to do
Carrabelle is a city in Franklin County along Florida's Panhandle, United States. The population was 2,778 as of the 2010 census. Carrabelle is located east of Apalachicola at the mouth of the Carrabelle River on the Gulf of Mexico.
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1. Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum
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4.5 based on 82 reviews
The Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum, located in Carrabelle, Florida, was established to honor and preserve the heritage of the men and women who trained at the camp during WWII. Camp Gordon Johnston opened in 1942 for the sole purpose of training Infantry Divisions and their support units in amphibious operations. This camp trained a quarter of a million men, closing in June of 1946. Three infantry divisions and two special brigades left here after receiving amphibious training to confront tyranny both in Europe and the Pacific. Learn about their dedication, fears and heroism at our museum. The Museum has compiled an extensive history of the various units that trained here, as well as a photographic display of the area and life as it existed at the camp. Furthermore, the CGJ veterans have contributed the artifacts brought back from battles overseas, along with uniforms, equipment, and all sorts of souvenirs, too numerous to name.
Reviewed By susancY1579YD - Biloxi, United States
A wonderful free museum and great collection of artifacts. Very informative and wonderful staff on hand to answer questions. This is a must see if in the area. Carrabelle was the location of a very large training facility.
2. Carrabelle History Museum
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By lafayette1824
Carabelle has long touted what is supposedly the "world's smallest police station." which is an old roadside pay phone booth. Carabelle should be equally proud of their history museum, a "shoe string operation" that through creativity and grit far exceeds the quality of a number of substantially better heeled facilities I have visited. Tamara, the engaging Director, is a volunteer (you couldn't pay anyone to be that dedicated and knowledgeable), who makes the place come alive with her stories and in-depth knowledge of archaeology, history, and the people who made it. We especially enjoyed the large, still unfinished panoramic mural of Carabelle from 1885-1920 that is filled in as old images and historical facts emerge. Located in the old WPA built city hall and retaining the original heart of pine floors the museum aspires to open an exhibit of the shipwreck of the SS Tarpon, a dramatic story of heroism on the high seas. Should be a real tourist draw. This small museum is a true asset to Carabelle and Florida. If the city is not a Florida Certified Local Government, it should be so non match state funds can be obtained as have numerous small historical facilities in Florida.
3. Carrabelle Bottle House
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By susancY1579YD - Biloxi, United States
One of a kind and a great recycling project. Very unique. It is a self guided tour, off the beaten path.
4. World’s Smallest Police Station
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4.0 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By IronRangeMNGirl - Minneapolis, United States
Not worth driving miles out of the way, however, if you are in the area you should definitely stop by. Since we were staying between Eastpoint and Carrabelle we spent an afternoon exploring Carrabelle and had to stop at the World's Smallest Police Station. Cute.
5. Carrabelle Beach
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4.0 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By farnsworthj
We visited Carrabelle for the first time right after Hurricane Sally plowed through the area, damaging shoreline across the Panhandle. It was very different from the beaches just to the West (Destin, PCB). It’s a long, narrow coastline parallel to Scenic Hwy 98 and nestled between national forests. At high tide, it’s not much to see. But don’t let the first glance fool you! We walked miles in either direction along sandy beaches with beautifully undisturbed salt marshes & pristine pine forest. Expect darker Gulf water than the Emerald Coast, but much more native flora & fauna. We watched egrets & pelicans and saw an astonishing number of hermit crabs & oysters. It’s not a highly developed area so the privacy is nice. Lots of couples walking & playing with their dogs. You can see St. George Island in the distance. Enjoyed experiencing natural Florida habitat so close to the main route.
6. Tate's Hell State Forest
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4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By PirateJim6956 - Ridgetop, United States
A natural forest,with trees,bears,and other vegetation and wildlife.So much history and fun for all ages.so much to see and do,if you like the outdoors.
