Florida Trail, Altha
Chipola River 1.7 miles1.7 miles. Following Bauldree Branch to the bluffs of the Chipola River, the Altha section of the Florida Trail is a fabulous destination for spring wildflowers.
Florida Trail, Central Panhandle
Blountstown to Freeport 99.5 milesWest of the Apalachicola River, 99 miles of the Florida Trail stitches a series of public lands together along the corridor of the Northwest Florida Greenway.
Florida Trail, Econfina Creek
Econfina Creek WMA 18.4 miles18.4 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.
Florida Trail, Northwest Florida
Encompassing the sweep of Florida west of the Suwannee River, the Florida Trail through Northwest Florida offers some of the most dramatic panoramas and rugged terrain you'll find while hiking in Florida.
Garden of Eden Trail
Bristol 4.2 milesTry one of Florida's toughest day hikes on for size: local legend has it this was the Garden of Eden, and from the lush forests and rare flora along this trek, they might be on to something.
Hinson Conservation Area
Marianna 3.0 milesA network of wide trails explores rugged karst topography alongside the Chipola River at Hinson Conservation and Recreation Area, including a cave large enough to climb inside.
Hinson Preserve a Hiker’s Hideaway
Facilitated by the Office of Greenways and Trails, Hinson Conservation Area encompasses a sweep of former pastureland and pine plantations, pecan groves and upland forest.
Hinson Trails completed
Four trails, four miles, 900 volunteer hours: the efforts of the Panhandle Chapter of the Florida Trail Association, including coordination of F-Troop trail crews, have led to a new place to hike in Northwest Florida.
Little Campsite by the Chipola
En route to the Panhandle Trace Hike, we take a detour along the Apalachicola River Valley to pick up some new sections of trail, and end up camping at a trailhead.
Merritt’s Mill Pond
The astounding hues of spring-fed Merritt's Mill Pond make it a compelling destination for paddling and diving.
Spring Creek Park
Marianna 0.2 milesA gentle boardwalk leads to the crystalline waters of Spring Creek at Spring Creek Park in Marianna.
Spring Hopping Around Tallahassee
Between Madison and Marianna and across Wakulla County, explore a colorful collection of natural springs for swimming and snorkeling, all within an hour of Tallahassee.