"The WTXL Road Trip" series continues, last week in Jefferson County and now packing up and heading to Wakulla County.
WAKULLA Co., Fla. (WTXL) - Wakulla County is famous for its springs; where Hollywood shot several Tarzan movies as well as the infamous "Creature From The Black Lagoon" film.
And one with a look at the history of the tiny town with the funky name, we see how a relic of the "old days" holds the secrets to Sopchoppy's charm and character.
The Old Sopchoppy Train Depot was built back in 1891. While there's no more working on the railroads all the live long day, back in the day that was the case for many in Sopchoppy.
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"It was a hopping booming place. back in the 1890's and in the 1920's it was the largest city in Wakulla and it really had a bank and the only bank and drug store in the county along with a theater...so it was really a big happening' place".
Nelson Martin is the curator at the Old Sopchoppy Train Depot which now serves as a museum. But in the 40's it was a main hub for both passengers and freight.
"They carried besides lumber, honey and cane syrup and caviar was shipped by the barrel from here to Tallahassee, Nelson says."
The depot also boasted what would've been considered modern technology...The telegraph.
"There was a telegraph here so in 1893 you could actually send a message faster than a horse could go"
While the telegraph is clearly outdated by cell phones, the town of Sopchoppy is still keeping up with the times, installing new ways to explore the town's history.
A scenic bike trail will lead visitors to the Old Sopchoppy High School. Built back in the 20's of Spanish limestone, the gym and school itself hold a special place in the community, just like the train depot.
