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College Station is conveniently located east of US 231 on College Station Road in unincorporated Bay county. Homeowners in College Station will enjoy its close proximity to the pristine waters of North Bay. The quaint town of Panama City is just a seven miles away where you will find delightful shops, sidewalk cafes and more. And if you are a beach lover, you will find that the white sand beaches of Panama City Beach are approximately 18 miles away.
Deer Point Lake
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Comprising more than 5,000-acres, Deer Point Lake is a short 5 miles from the community. Fed by natural freshwater streams, the lake supplies more than 760 million gallons of fresh water daily to Panama City and the surrounding areas. There are also boat ramps located on C2321on either side of the dam. Make memories at the fishing pier which is located near the boat ramp on the west side of the dam. This lake is best known for its shellcracker (Redear Sunfish) fishing between April and June. Fly fishing for shellcracker during the spring can also be productive when fishing early morning, late afternoon, and evening. Largemouth Bass fishing is best in the spring to early summer and again in the Fall.
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Downtown Panama City
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The town of Panama City is the county seat for Bay County and it had previous names like Floriopolis, Park Resort, and Harrison. Downtown Panama City as a great combination of high quality restaurants and specialized boutique shops. There is a thriving art scene with The Panama City Center for the Arts and The Martin Theatre, regular live music, and a number of exciting events like the annual Oktoberfest.
In 1906, the little town was named Panama City and it was first incorporated in 1909. According to the Panama City Public Library's A History of Panama City, George Mortimer West hoped to spur real estate development in Bay County during a period of intense popular interest in the construction of the Panama Canal by changing the town's name from Harrison to Panama City, because a straight line drawn between Chicago and the capital of the Central American country of Panama intersected the small Florida town.
Gulf of Mexico Beaches
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Put your feet in the silky white sand while collecting sea shells as you go, or take a swim in the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This sand is made up of pure Appalachian quartz and reflects the sunlight through the surf, giving the water its beautiful emerald-green color. Whatever you decide to do, these beautiful beaches of the Emerald Coast are approximately 15 miles away and they run for miles.
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Lynn Haven Sports Complex
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Planned for re-opening, the multi-use sports field will offer a variety of team sports and activities. In addition, the complex also houses a community center that is available for private functions. What many don’t know is that the area surrounding the complex is ideal for bird-watching. This complex of ball fields yields more birds than you might think, due in large part to the adjacent lake and nature trail. To the east on the lake you will find wintering ducks like the Ring-necked and Lesser Scaup. If you follow the trail east of the lake along the boardwalk through a small bayhead the discovery of large indigenous tress is delightful. Some large trees in this mature wetland hammock make for interesting flocks of migrant birds in both October and April. Low-lying bushes north of the lake, and on the west and south perimeters of the sports complex is often good for wintering sparrows. Don’t have binoculars or a field guide? Loaners are available on a limited basis.
Learn MoreNearby Schools
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Families living in College Station have the privilege of attending Bay District Schools. You will find the District’s commitment is to inspire students in the development of character with the acquisition and use of knowledge and skills as they prepare them for life and work in a diverse, global economy. Bay District Schools has 18 elementary, 6 middle, 5 high, 2 multi-grade, 3 special purpose, 1 adult/technical, 6 charter and one virtual school. Of note are the three schools closest to our community.
Tommy Smith Elementary
5044 Tommy Smith Dr.,
Panama City, FL 32404
850-767-1688
Merritt Brown Middle School
5044 Merritt Brown Way,
Panama City, FL 32404
850-767-3976
Bay High School
1200 Harrison Ave.
Panama City, FL 32401
850-767-4400
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Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport
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Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport opened in May 2010 and is approximately 20 miles away. The airport facility expands the region’s identity and appeal as both a major vacation and business destination. Located in West Bay, near Panama City and Panama City Beach, the airport serves as an international gateway to the region. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines all have gates there.
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Tyndall Air Force Base
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Tyndall Air Force Base is approximately 13 miles away and is located in the southeastern part of Bay county. It is one of the largest Air Education and Training Command bases and the home of air dominance training. It also houses the 325th Fighter Wing which provides training for the F-22 Raptor fighter pilots, maintenance personnel, air battle managers, intelligence officers, crew chiefs and air traffic controllers. Also at the base is the 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group which conducts the Air Force’s air-to-air and air-to-ground Weapon System Evaluation Programs.
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