Florida Caverns State Park - 1,800 scenic acres, Florida's only publicly
accessible limestone caverns, with guided tours, nature trails, swimming, hiking,
canoeing, picnicking, camping, and fishing. (one-and-a-half hours drive north -
US 231 - SR 167) Call 1-850-482-1228 for information.
Tallahassee - Florida's State Capital with a multitude of unique historic sites; for
example, cemetery where Union and Confederate soldiers rest alongside Prince Murat,
Napoleon's nephew; McGinnis House, a gallery honoring Florida's first artist; a 1633
Spanish Mission site; and the Museum of Florida History. (Two hours drive north -
US 231 to SR 20).
Falling Waters State Park - 67-foot waterfall which empties into a 100-foot deep
sinkhole, 945 feet of boardwalks traversing numerous dry sinkholes, swimming,
picnic and camping areas. (one hour drive north on SR 77A) Call 1-850-638-6130
for information.
Torreya State Park - Famous for its high bluffs that rise steeply 150 feet above
the Apalachicola River. See a restored antebellum mansion and nature preserve,
claimed to be the Garden of Eden because of the magnitude of plants indigenous
to the park. Camping and hiking. (One-and-one-half hours drive - US 231N to SR
20 to SR 12 on CR 1641). Call 1-850-643-2674 for information.
Seaside - Visit an eclectic variety of shops that sit on quaint cobblestone streets or stroll the sandy white beaches while viewing the picturesque houses of this quiet gulf - side village! (45 minute drive - Hwy. 98W to CR 30A) For more information, call 1-888-SEASIDE.
Wakulla Springs - One of the world's deepest and largest fresh water springs
(185-feet deep). The grounds are home to an abundance of wildlife. Enjoy glass
bottom boats and jungle cruises, swimming, nature trails, and picnic areas. (Two
hours drive - US 231 N to SR 20 to SR 267). Call 1-850-224-5950 for information.
Eden State Park - A stately 1895 post Civil War southern mansion among moss-draped
live oak trees and surrounded by lush gardens. Approx. 30 minute tour. Day trips
are 8 a.m. to sunset seven days a week (30 minutes drive west - US 98 to CR 395).
Call 1-850-231-4214 for information.
Port St. Joe - Historic city, first railroad of Florida, first pure thoroughbred
horse racing stable in the state, Constitution Park, site for State Capital until
city was destroyed. (one hour drive east on Hwy 98). For Constitution Park
information, call 1-850-229-8029.
Apalachicola - City with over 200 historic residences intact, Gorrie Museum, home
of physician/inventor of the first ice machine, (closed Tuesday and Wednesday,
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years); produces 90% of Florida's oysters.
(One-and-one-half hour drive east on Hwy 98).
Ponce De Leon Springs - Consists of two flows which produce 14 million gallons of
water daily at a year-round 68 degrees F. Swimming, picnicking, and nature trails.
(one hour drive - SR 79 to 20 W to 81N). Call 1-850-836-4281 for information.
Deerpoint Dam and Hutchison Park - 5,000 square acre fresh water lake playground, provides 760 million gallons of water per day. Picnic areas. (45 minutes drive - SR 77 to 388 E).
Defuniak Springs, Chautaugua Vineyards - Delightful day tour reflecting a place
of culture, arts, and crafts. (One hour drive - Hwy 98 W to 331 N). Call
1-850-892-5887 for information.
Defuniak Springs, Chautaugua Vineyards - Delightful day tour reflecting
a place of culture, arts, and crafts. (One hour drive - Hwy 98 W to 331 N). Call
1-850-892-5887 for information.
Canoe Trails - Three of Florida's designated canoe trails where wildlife is abundant
and adventure awaits.
- Econfina Creek - 22 miles of narrow, twisting and swiftly flowing waters.
- Holmes Creek - Clear water paddling past sandy banks and lush swamplands;
excellent fishing.
- Chipola River - 52 miles through high limestone bluffs, past caves and
exciting rapids and shoals. Canoe liveries will shuttle your canoe and
provide equipment.
For more information on canoeing, contact Florida DEP Visitors Center of Greenways
and Trails at 1-850-488-3701 or 1-850-487-4784.
McCormick Springs - Take a dip in this crystal clear spring that flows from within the vast Floridian Aquifer. The spring feeds a 100-ft. rock lined pond that is ideal for a cool swim on a hot day! Picnic tables and port-a -potties are easily accessed with a 40-yard walk! (45 minute drive - Hwy. 231N to SR. 20W)
Cypress Springs - Spend a sunny day relaxing on the crystal waters of this natural spring. Check out wildlife, scenery and sand bar beaches while diving, canoeing, or swimming. (One hour drive north on Hwy 79) Call
(850) 535-2960 for more information.
