Florida Hikes

Hike Bike Paddle Camp Florida with authors Sandra Friend and John Keatley as your guides

Bowl of aqua tinted water amid tannic water

Econfina Creek WMA

Expansive acreage protects the flow of spring-fed Econfina Creek southward from Washington County into Bay County, with access at recreation areas.

Econfina Blue Spring

Fountain   0.5 miles

Of the dozen picturesque springs along Econfina Creek, the compact recreation area at Blue Spring is one of the easiest to explore.

Econfina Creek Nature Trail

Fountain   2.1 miles

On the Econfina Creek Nature Trail, discover rugged climbs, steep drop-offs, bubbling springs, and deep crevices into the earth as you walk between two major springs where you can swim.

Florida Trail, Econfina Creek

Econfina Creek WMA   18.4 miles

18.4 miles. Winding along rolling hillsides north of Panama City, the Econfina Creek section of the Florida Trail offers a challenging hike with stunning views of its namesake creek.

Pitt and Sylvan Springs

Fountain   miles

Distinctly different in nature, massive Pitt Spring and burbling Sylvan Springs make up a popular swimming and launch area along Econfina Creek.