Located in the heart of Port St. Joe at the intersection US Hwy. 98 and U.S. Hwy. 71, Frank Pate Park is one of the original parks in the city’s park system. Bordered on the west by St. Joseph Bay, and on the east by Hwy. 98, the park has always been a popular destination for tourists, and a frequent venue for local events and community gatherings.
The park includes a 4-wide boat launch facility with a center dock; the area’s best access to the recreational opportunities of St. Joseph Bay. You will also find the park’s much-photographed iconic fishing pier, state-of the art playground including a pirate ship themed gym, swings, a covered pavilion with picnic tables, sitting benches under stately oak trees, public restrooms and a lighted tennis court.