Activities

Experience the Forgotten Coast


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Make the most of your stay
Things to do


Whether your perfect beach getaway means doing absolutely nothing with your toes in the sand or filling every day with a new adventure, there is plenty to experience around The Blu. From St. Joe Beach and St. Joseph Bay to Cape San Blas, Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe, some of the area's best experiences are a short drive - or even a short walk - away.

pool day passes at the pink flamingo

Make a splash during your stay! Registered guests of The Blu can purchase day passes to enjoy the swimming pool and pool pavilion at The Pink Flamingo, located approximately five miles away at 3155 W Highway 98 in Port St. Joe.


  • $25 per person, per day
  • $39 per day for all registered occupants of one The Blu guest room
  • Available exclusively to registered guests of The Blu
  • Pool hours are 9 AM- 7 PM for day passes
  • Passes are subject to availability


To check availability, call or text The Pink Flamingo at 850-227-8522.

Payment is made directly to The Pink Flamingo.

st. joe beach

The Blu is located in the St. Joe Beach area, giving guests easy access to one of Gulf County's most relaxed stretches of coastline. St. Joe Beach is known for its white sand, beautiful west-facing sunsets, and laid-back atmosphere. 



Multiple public beach access points can be found along the shoreline, making an impromptu beach day easy. 

get out on the water

Around here, some of the best adventures happen on the water.  St. Joseph Bay and the surrounding Gulf waters offer opportunities for:


  • Fishing and fishing charters 
  • Kayaking 
  • Paddleboarding 
  • Boating 
  • Snorkeling 
  • Wildlife watching 
  • Shelling 
  • Seasonal scalloping 


Whether you're looking for a full day offshore or a peaceful paddle along the bay, there are plenty of ways to experience the Forgotten Coast from the water.

windmark beach

Explore the waterfront community of WindMark Beach, including nearly four miles of paved walking and biking trails along the water. 

Cape San Blas & St. Joseph Peninsula

Set aside some time to explore Cape San Blas and the St. Joseph Peninsula, one of the area's most beautiful natural destinations. 


At T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, visitors can experience miles of white-sand beaches, impressive coastal dunes and both Gulf and St. Joseph Bay environments. 


Spend the day swimming, shelling, snorkeling, fishing, paddling, hiking or simply enjoying the scenery. The park also offers nature trails and opportunities for birding and wildlife viewing. 


The calmer waters of St. Joseph Bay are especially inviting for kayaking, paddleboarding and exploring the area's coastal ecosystem. .

Explore Port St. Joe

Take a short drive into Port St. Joe and spend an afternoon exploring this welcoming coastal town on the shores of St. Joseph Bay. 


Stroll through Historic Downtown and Reid Avenue, browse locally owned shops and boutiques, grab lunch or dinner, visit the waterfront, or simply wander around and enjoy the small-town atmosphere. 



Port St. Joe is also home to Point South Marina and serves as a convenient starting point for many of the area's boating and fishing adventures.

eat local

No Forgotten Coast getaway is complete without good food.  The area is filled with everything from fresh Gulf seafood and oysters to wood-fired pizza, tacos and casual beach-day favorites.  A few local spots guests may want to discover include: 


- Shipwreck Raw Bar – St. Joe Beach 

A casual local favorite for seafood, oysters and a relaxed coastal atmosphere. 


- Joe Mama's Wood Fired Kitchen – Port St. Joe 

A popular downtown stop known for artisan wood-fired pizzas and a scratch-kitchen menu. 


- Provisions – Port St. Joe 

Located on Reid Avenue, Provisions offers contemporary American cuisine with seafood, pasta and Southern influences. 


- Quatro Locos Tacos & Cantina – Port St. Joe 

Tacos, cocktails, seafood and a fun, casual atmosphere near the waterfront. 



- Indian Pass Raw Bar – Indian Pass 

A longtime Forgotten Coast institution known for oysters, steamed seafood, cold drinks and an unmistakably Old Florida atmosphere.


Additional restaurant recommendations can be added or changed seasonally so guests always have current local favorites to explore.

Bring your pup along

Staying in one of The Blu's pet-friendly rooms 12 to 15? Your four-legged travel companion can get in on the vacation fun too.



Gulf County is known for being a pet-friendly destination, with plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors - and parts of the area's beaches - with your pup. Check current local rules and leash requirements before heading out.


Take a forgotten coast road trip

Have a little extra time? Keep exploring. 


Indian Pass 

Head toward Indian Pass for quiet coastal scenery, Old Florida character and a stop at the legendary Indian Pass Raw Bar. 


Apalachicola 

Make a day trip to historic Apalachicola and explore its waterfront, locally owned shops, galleries and restaurants. 


Cape San Blas 

Pack the beach bag and spend a day exploring the peninsula, St. Joseph Bay and the state park. 

Part of the charm of the Forgotten Coast is the drive itself — small communities, coastal views and plenty of places worth stopping along the way.

Discover Mexico Beach

Just down Highway 98 from The Blu, Mexico Beach makes an easy addition to your itinerary.



Spend some time on the beach, explore local shops, grab lunch or dinner, or simply cruise the coastline and enjoy another one of Northwest Florida's laid-back beach communities.


Come for the blu. Stay for the coast.

Beach mornings. Bay adventures. Fresh seafood. Small-town streets. Unforgettable sunsets. 
The Blu Boutique Motel gives you a comfortable home base for experiencing everything that makes Florida's Forgotten Coast worth discovering.