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Ponce de Leon Springs State Park the perfect place for a family outing

October 4, 2023
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Birding, Eco adventure, Fishing, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

take a cool dip in the springs or head out for a hike Interested in exploring the perfect place to take the family and enjoy a swim in a spring? Pack up a picnic lunch and head over to Ponce de Leon Springs State Park and spend the day. Nature trails along a creek, four pavilions, picnic areas and easy access to the swimming in a clear blue spring make this park the perfect family getaway. Ponce de Leon springs...

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By Walton Outdoors

A colorful journey awaits you on Econfina Creek

June 12, 2019
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Birding, Eco adventure, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Spring fed creek a natural wonder Part of Florida’s Greenways and Trails, the Econfina Creek in Bay and Washington counties is many a paddlers’ favorite journey in the Florida Panhandle. Pack a lunch and bring your snorkel, for you are about the enjoy the paddle of a lifetime as you explore the creek and its many crystal clear springs along the popular eight-mile trip down the creek. Blooming wildflowers scattering the banks with color during your journey in the spring...

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A variety of nature trails await the explorer at Conservation Park in Panama City Beach

April 29, 2018
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Biking, Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Panama City Beach Conservation Park offers opportunities for a variety of outdoor recreation. The City has established the Panama City Beach Conservation Park in cooperation with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the enjoyment of hikers, bikers and nature lovers. Encompassing over 2,900 acres, the Conservation Park has 24 miles of trails and over a mile of boardwalks that lead thru Cypress domes. The trails range anywhere from 0.6 miles up to 11 miles, with 12 different trails to...

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New trail offerings at Ponce de Leon Springs State Park

March 28, 2018
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Biking, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Ponce de Leon Springs State Park now offers four miles of trail opportunities in their previously undeveloped southern section of the park. In addition to the popular spring area, the park has converted their service roads, which spans approximately four miles. This portion of the park offers scenic views of upland, bottomland, and wetland areas. The trail is moderate terrain and suitable for hiking or biking. Recently burned in March 2018, new wiregrass and vegetation are reappearing in abundance. Along...

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Enjoy a guided first day hike at a Walton area Florida State Park Jan. 1

December 15, 2017
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Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Time: 9 – 11:30 am or 2 – 3:30 p.m. Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for a First Day Hike on January 1, 2018 from 9 – 11:30 am or 2 – 3:30 p.m. Enjoy the first day of the New Year leisurely exploring the park with a Ranger to learn about the park and its wildlife. Participants attending at 9:00a.m. will enjoy a longer four mile round trip hike. Those coming at 2...

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McQuage Bayou multiple-use trail in Point Washington State Forest undergoes restoration

July 21, 2017
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Nature, Trails/Hiking

The McQuage Bayou trail in south Walton’s Point Washington State Forest has undergone restoration and is now open for biking, hiking, and horse-back riding. The trail, originally established as equestrian-use only, has been closed to the public due to the deterioration of two large bridges along the path. The condition of these bridges made traveling the trail unsafe. With major improvements to the bridges, the trail itself and a refurbished trailhead, work is complete. The trail is open 7 days...

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Explore the natural beauty of Blackwater River State Forest

April 17, 2017
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Biking, Birding, Fishing, Hunting, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Lakes, trails, rivers offer endless recreation Boasting more than 210,000 acres of long leaf pine forests, lakes, streams and rivers, Blackwater River State Forest is a great place to explore nature. As one of the largest and oldest State forests in Florida, it is chock full of recreational for anyone who enjoys exploring the outdoors. Located in the northwest corner of the Florida Panhandle, straddling Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties, Blackwater River State Forest has a long history. In 1936,...

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Recreation opportunities abound within Point Washington State Forest

March 23, 2017
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Biking, Eco adventure, Hunting, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Trails/Hiking

South Walton County is home to an abundance of conservation land accessible to visitors and locals to explore. Hiking, biking, horseback riding, are a just a few ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Located in Santa Rosa Beach along the U.S. Hwy. 98 corridor, Point Washington State Forest boats more than 15,000 acres of recreation opportunities. The Forest was purchased under Florida’s Conservation and Recreation Lands (CARL) program in 1992. Using an ecosystem management approach, the Florida Forest Service provides...

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