Where is Lynn Haven, Florida

Lynn Haven is a city in northwest Florida and part of the Panama City metropolitan area in Bay County. Located about 6 miles northeast of downtown Panama City, it sits near North Bay and the waters of the St. Andrews Bay system. The city is known for its waterfront setting, nearby beaches, parks, and access to Panama City and the Gulf Coast.

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Where is Lynn Haven Located?

Lynn Haven is a city located in Bay County, Florida, the United States. It lies in the Florida Panhandle along North Bay, about 6 miles northeast of Panama City and roughly 10 miles northwest of Panama City Beach. Lynn Haven is located at approximately 30.245° North latitude and 85.648° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 18,695 residents, and the city covers about 11.15 square miles (28.88 sq km). Lynn Haven was founded in 1911 by William E. C. Baughman and developed as a planned agricultural settlement. The community was designed around wide streets, parks, and access to the bay. Today, Lynn Haven is largely residential while retaining its waterfront and small-city character. The North Bay and nearby St. Andrews Bay provide scenic views and opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife observation. A unique feature of Lynn Haven is its planned layout and location along a major bay system close to the Gulf of Mexico. Nearby attractions include Panama City, Panama City Beach, Conservation Park, and St. Andrews State Park. The city's location also provides access to the beaches and natural areas of the Florida Panhandle without being directly on the Gulf shoreline. U.S. Highway 231 and Florida State Road 77 provide major transportation connections to Panama City, Interstate 10, and communities across Bay County.

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Distance from Lynn Haven, FL to Nearby Cities

• Panama City, FL – 6 miles (10 km)
• Southport, FL – 8 miles (13 km)
• Panama City Beach, FL – 10 miles (16 km)
• Callaway, FL – 10 miles (16 km)
• Springfield, FL – 10 miles (16 km)
• Youngstown, FL – 15 miles (24 km)
• Mexico Beach, FL – 25 miles (40 km)
• Wewahitchka, FL – 30 miles (48 km)
• Port St. Joe, FL – 35 miles (56 km)
• DeFuniak Springs, FL – 55 miles (89 km)
• Chipley, FL – 45 miles (72 km)
• Blountstown, FL – 50 miles (80 km)
• Destin, FL – 85 miles (137 km)
• Fort Walton Beach, FL – 75 miles (121 km)
• Tallahassee, FL – 100 miles (161 km)

Top Attractions in Lynn Haven

• Lynn Haven Bayou Park – A waterfront recreation area with walking paths, open space, fishing access, and views of the bayou.
• North Bay – The bay provides scenic waterfront views and opportunities for fishing, boating, kayaking, and wildlife observation.
• St. Andrews State Park – A nearby Gulf Coast park with beaches, dunes, trails, fishing, swimming, boating, and coastal wildlife.
• Panama City Beach – A major nearby beach destination known for its white sand, Gulf waters, parks, and outdoor recreation.
• Conservation Park – A large Panama City Beach nature area with trails through wetlands, pine forests, and coastal habitats.
• Science and Discovery Center of Northwest Florida – A nearby educational attraction featuring interactive science and regional nature exhibits.
• Panama City Marina – A waterfront area in nearby Panama City with boating access, fishing activities, and views of St. Andrews Bay.
• Shell Island – A nearby undeveloped barrier island known for beaches, dunes, clear Gulf waters, and wildlife.

Airports Near Lynn Haven

• Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) – 25 miles
• Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) – 80 miles
• Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) – 100 miles
• Dothan Regional Airport (DHN) – 100 miles
• Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) – 150 miles

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official Lynn Haven city website and local government records.

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