Wakulla County was created in 1843. Wakulla lies just to the south of the state capitol, Tallahassee. The waters of the Gulf of Mexico moderate Wakulla County's climate, as breezes cool the air in the summer and provide warmth in the winter. Wakulla County's tradition in celebrating their natural and historic resources with festivals, and cultural and sporting events will fill your days with fun, music, friendly competition and the finest seafood in the world. Shell Point offers an ocean-lover's dream, a community of Wakulla County overflowing with Beautiful ocean views and gulf breezes on Florida's "Forgotten Coast." Minutes from Tallahassee, but a world away, enjoy the relaxing opportunities of beach front property and unspoiled natural beauty. Shell Point has become a popular spot for windsurfing and sailing, and also offers wildlife and bird watching, swimming, hiking, biking, snorkeling and golf. The City of St. Marks is a haven for boaters, fishermen, and seafood lovers. Within the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge, with its famous white lighthouse, and the adjacent Apalachicola National Forest, lies a natural paradise: crystal lakes, clear springs, dense woods, saltwater ponds, and marshes. No matter what season, Wakulla County offers unlimited recreational activities -- from hiking, biking and camping among ancient oaks, cypress, and towering pines, to boating, diving and unrivaled fishing on crystal clear rivers of the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Everything here moves to the sounds of softer, quieter music so the rare birds and animals that live here aren't disturbed. When it comes to living, Wakulla County is an outdoor dream.