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Carrabelle
The state of Florida is a state in the southeastern United States. Florida is situated mostly on a large peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico, the Atlantic Ocean and the Straits of Florida. It extends to the northwest into a panhandle, extending along the northern Gulf of Mexico. Florida's nickname is the Sunshine state but severe weather is a common occurrence in the state. It is bordered on the north by the states of Georgia and Alabama, and on the west, at the end of the panhandle, by Alabama.
Carrabelle is the one of the city in Florida. It is a city in Franklin county, Florida, United States. The population was 1,303 at the 2000 census. According to the U.S Census estimates of 2005, the city had a population of 1,290. The city has a total area of 12.5 square kilometer. The population density was 134.9 per square kilometer. In the city the population was spread out with 23.3 percent under the age of 18, 7.8 percent from 18 to 24, 24.1 percent from 25 to 44, 27.5 percent from 45 to 64, and 17.3 percent who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females there were 93.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.3 males.
Carrabelle is the home of the world's smallest police station. Alligator point is a secluded peninsula just a few minutes east of Carrabelle and offers beach lovers beautiful sandy beaches, but no crowds. Their uncrowded, white sand beaches are perfect for family vacations, romantic interludes or just much needed quiet for the soul. There is a unique charm about the peaceful little village of Carrabelle. It is popular for fishing, golfing, beaches, biking, hiking, birding, day trips, diving, canoeing, etc.
Carrabelle is a part of the Franklin county school district system. People come to Carrabelle not only for fabulous fishing, but also to sail, snorkel, scuba dive, scallop, play on the beaches or to just steal away from the real world for a while. Wildlife is plentiful. It is not unusual to spot a deer, fox, blue heron, pelican or at the right time of year, to see a family of black bears at play. As it is often regarded as among the most beautiful parts of U.S, it is one of the most visited places amongst the most die hard travelers the world over.
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