LOCAL AREA

Along the Gulf Coast, Mexico Beach is a charming town known for its white-sand beaches. Visitors can check out the Mexico Beach City Pier, a favorite for fishing and sunset views, and Parker Park, which provides easy beach access, picnic areas, and a boardwalk. After a day on the beach, enjoy some delicious fresh seafood at Killer Seafood or browse coastal art and gifts at The Grove and Mexico Beach Sweets.

Panama City Beach is one of Florida’s most popular coastal destinations, known for its 27 miles of white sand beaches. This vibrant beach town offers everything from family-friendly attractions like Pier Park to outdoor adventure at St. Andrews State Park. Thrill-seekers can enjoy a fun-filled day at Shipwreck Island Waterpark or watch a beautiful sunset at Russell-Fields Pier. Panama City Beach delivers the ultimate vacation experience.

Tyndall Air Force Base is an installation of the U.S. Air Force, primarily serving as a training hub for air dominance and battle management. While Tyndall is a military installation with restricted access, certain areas are open to the public through the base's recreational programs. The base hosts community events like airshows, job fairs, and educational seminars open to the public. For those interested in learning more about the Air Force's operations, Tyndall also offers guided base tours.

St. Andrews State Park, located in Panama City Beach, Florida, spans over 1,200 acres and offers diverse outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy over a mile-and-a-half of white sandy beaches perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking. The park's piers are perfect for fishing, and the Heron Pond Trail and the Gator Lake Trail offer scenic views. The park is also a popular venue for events such as weddings.

Frank Brown Park in Panama City Beach, Florida, is a 200-acre recreational facility. The park's expansive sports facilities feature nine baseball and softball fields, six soccer fields, and four tennis courts. The Panama City Beach Aquatic Center includes a 50-meter Olympic-sized pool and a separate 5,000-square-foot splash park with a kids' pool. The park is pet-friendly, offering three fenced dog parks and serves as the trailhead for Gayle’s Trails, a 20-mile loop of dog-friendly greenway.