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Bay County, Florida, is unique for having two full-sized fishing piers just three miles apart in Panama City Beach.

The Russell-Fields Pier and the M.B. Miller Pier were both rebuilt and reinforced after being damaged by Hurricane Dennis in 2005.

These piers are major attractions for tourists and residents, boosting local businesses and providing public access for fishing without a boat.

This story is part of our weekly Hidden Gems feature series as the USA TODAY Network-Florida takes readers around the state to highlight some of our most interesting attractions.

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Bay County 's piers are more than just structures; they are symbols of a community built around coastal living.

Along the Gulf Coast, few places stand out like Bay County, where ther

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