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Four Of The Funniest Town Names In Florida

Author Jeff Gorra

Florida is home to many incredible cities and beaches. It is also home to some of the funniest town names in the country. But what are the funniest town names in Florida? A travel website called Only In Our State recently took us through 15 of the funniest. “There is no shortage of funny Florida town names so let’s celebrate our Floridian weirdness with a tribute to some wacky wild towns in Florida,” they explain.

We decided to take a further look into four of the most unusual.

Christmas

Indiana has a town called Santa Claus, but we have a town that is literally called Christmas. It just gets right to the point. Christmas is in central Florida, located in Orange County. It is an unincorporated area with an estimated population of roughly 1,100 people. It’s here where you will find the largest alligator-shaped building in the country. “Swampy” is over 200 feet.

Couch

Located northeast of Panama City, Couch, Florida. It is part of a small section in the western part of the state that is actually in the central time zone. Florida is one of four states that has a town named Couch. West Virginia, Alabama, and Missouri are the others.

Sopchoppy

33 miles south of Tallahassee (and 82 miles east of Couch) is where you will find Sopchoppy. It’s name is believed to have a connection to Muskogee, the Native American language that was spoken in the area. The town highlights its abundance of nature, saying, “Nestled in the heart of the Apalachicola National Forest, we are a haven for the outdoor enthusiast.”

Two Egg

This one holds the number one spot in Only In Our State’s feature. Two Egg is also an unincorporated town. It’s located in Jackson County, along the northern part of the state. Visit Florida notes that Two Egg ‘is not really a town, “but more of a crossroads in the backwoods,” that used to be called “Allison” when it was a lumber camp. During the Christmas season, there is a traditional play put on here called, “A Two Egg Christmas” that features only residents of the town. So, we are really bringing this story full circle.

2 Florida Locations Have the Bluest Water in America

Travel and Leisure recently published a report that details 10 of the most stunning bodies of water in country. From sunny ocean spots, to lakes, to waterfalls these locations are simply breathtaking. Included in the list were two Florida locations that have the bluest water in America.

Dry Tortugas National Park

This is one of the most unique spots in the country. Dry Tortugas National Park lies west of Key West, Florida in the Gulf of Mexico. It is made up of seven small islands and that are surrounded by coral reef. The park enclosed is roughly 47,000 acres. To arrive here, you must either take a boat or a seaplane. Therefore, it is not accessible by car.

Describing its blue waters, Travel and Leisure says, “Most of it is placid, turquoise, and filled with colorful marine life, making for some of the best snorkeling in the Sunshine State.”

Devil’s Den

Another destination recognized in the report was Devil’s Den. This spring is situated in Willston, about 20 miles south of Gainesville. It is a natural cave that is privately owned. The water has been known to consistently register around 72 degrees regardless of season. One of its main attractions is scuba diving. In fact, it is also a scuba training center where diving is available seven days a week. However, you must have proper certification as it the water has a maximum depth of 54 feet. Their are four lodging cabins at Devil’s Den. The property contains 120 feet of surface diameter.

Also mentioned on Travel and Leisure’s list was Crater Lake in Oregon, Jenny Lake in Wyoming, and Tenaya Lake and Lake Tahoe in California. Havasu Falls in Arizona was the spotlighted waterfall. Finally, as for beaches with the brightest blues, Flamenco Beach in Puerto Rico and Lanikai Beach in Hawaii were among the best.

These two Florida locations that have the bluest water in America were the only east coast spots to make this feature.

  • Dry Tortugas National Park

    This home of Fort Jefferson offers swimming, fishing, and camping. Furthermore, it also has a wide array of bird life. You can bring your own boat up to the park, which offers various tours throughout the day. Or perhaps you’d prefer to hop in a kayak or on a paddleboard and simply explore the turquoise blue waters, that’s an option as well.

    Seaplane at Dry Tortugas National Park, Florida

  • Devil's Den

    Devil’s Den has a dive platform in the middle due to its high level of Scuba and snorkel attraction. In addition, you must be 18 years of age or accompanied by an adult to visit. Their website explains the history by detailing, “On cold winter mornings you can see steam, like smoke, rising from the chimney opening. Thus, the early settlers gave the name Devil’s Den.”

     

Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.

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