Bald Point State Park is located on Alligator Point and bordered by Alligator Harbor, Ochlockonee Bay, Apalachee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The area is near the Franklin/Wakulla county line in the Big Bend region and is often referred to as Tallahassee's closest beach. Popular for its birding and wildlife viewing opportunities, the park consists of 4,065 upland acres with diversified habitats of coastal marshes, pine flatwoods and oak thickets. The migration patterns of bald eagles and monarch butterflies allure spectators during the fall. Visitors also partake in fishing, kayaking/canoeing, swimming, windsurfing, picnicking, hiking and bicycling. Many visitors enjoy exploring Chaires Creek as it connects Tucker Lake to Ochlockonee Bay. The beach accesses are located along the shores of Apalachee Bay. Operating hours are 8 a.m. to sunset, year-round. Admission/use fee schedule applies. No lifeguards are on duty. Onsite amenities include kayak/canoe launches, pavilions grills, restrooms and a small fishing pier. Fishing regulations/licenses may apply. Photo Courtesy of YourWorldExplorer on Panoramio.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

More Information

• Swim Guide - Weather and water quality for Alligator Point and 8,000 other beaches.