St George Island is the largest of four barrier islands that sits five miles out into the Gulf of Mexico off the northwest coast of Florida. It is situated across the Bay from the town of Apalachicola and offers visitors 28 miles of secluded white beaches, as well as fishing opportunities. With beautiful clear water on the Gulf side, swimming and boating are also popular activities. The island has been developed for vacationers and offers some of the best dining and vacation rentals in the area.