Chattahoochee Landing
This important archaeological
and historic site has been
occupied for thousands of
years.
This important archaeological
and historic site has been
occupied for thousands of
years.
Torreya State Park
Named for an extremely rare
tree, Torreya preserves a
wide variety of historic sites.
Named for an extremely rare
tree, Torreya preserves a
wide variety of historic sites.
The Apalachicola: Florida's River Through Time
ExploreSouthernHistory.com - The Apalachicola River
| The Historic Apalachicola River Seen here from Alum Bluff in Liberty County, Florida, the Apalachicola River has been a focus of life for thousands of years. |
The Apalachicola River & Valley
A wholly Florida stream, the Apalachicola
River begins its winding journey to the Gulf of
Mexico at the confluence of the Flint and
Chattahoochee Rivers.
One hundred twelve miles later, the river
flows into Apalachicola Bay, bring fresh water
and vital nutrients to the famed oyster beds
and fisheries of the bay. The Apalachicola is
a critical natural resource and wars have
been fought to secure control of its valley.
Once a vital commercial artery, the river today
is an emerging heritage and eco-tourism
jewel for its neighboring communities.
Thousands of acres of environmentally and
historically significant land have been
preserved in the Apalachicola River Valley,
giving the public widespread access to the
river and preserving miles of its banks for
future generations.
This page is a gateway to the historical,
geological and ecological treasures of the
Apalachicola River and the adjoining area.
The links at right provide access to a wealth
of information about points of interest in the
Apalachicola River Valley. Historic sites
include battlefields, forts, Civil War camps,
ghost towns, cemeteries and areas of
national significance in Native American and
Black History.
You will also find links that provide more
information about many of the significant
natural wonders of the valley. Stunning bluffs,
steephead ravines, rare plant and animal life
and a wide variety of fragile ecosystems
border the river.
Enjoy your online journey down Florida's
"River Through Time."
River begins its winding journey to the Gulf of
Mexico at the confluence of the Flint and
Chattahoochee Rivers.
One hundred twelve miles later, the river
flows into Apalachicola Bay, bring fresh water
and vital nutrients to the famed oyster beds
and fisheries of the bay. The Apalachicola is
a critical natural resource and wars have
been fought to secure control of its valley.
Once a vital commercial artery, the river today
is an emerging heritage and eco-tourism
jewel for its neighboring communities.
Thousands of acres of environmentally and
historically significant land have been
preserved in the Apalachicola River Valley,
giving the public widespread access to the
river and preserving miles of its banks for
future generations.
This page is a gateway to the historical,
geological and ecological treasures of the
Apalachicola River and the adjoining area.
The links at right provide access to a wealth
of information about points of interest in the
Apalachicola River Valley. Historic sites
include battlefields, forts, Civil War camps,
ghost towns, cemeteries and areas of
national significance in Native American and
Black History.
You will also find links that provide more
information about many of the significant
natural wonders of the valley. Stunning bluffs,
steephead ravines, rare plant and animal life
and a wide variety of fragile ecosystems
border the river.
Enjoy your online journey down Florida's
"River Through Time."
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Fort Gadsden Historic Site
The earthworks of old Fort
Gadsden can be seen at this
historic site on the lower
Apalachicola.
The earthworks of old Fort
Gadsden can be seen at this
historic site on the lower
Apalachicola.
