Category Archives: Trails/Hiking

Take a hike along the many trails in Walton County and surrounding area.

Explore the natural beauty of Blackwater River State Forest

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 … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 22, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Learn about nature the first Saturday of every month at Hammock Bay

Explore flora and fauna along the trail Time: 9 a.m. Every wonder what the name of that pretty flowering plant is? Is that climbing vine poisonous? What is the name of that beautiful bird? Those questions and more will be … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 23, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Earth Day Festival at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center April 20

Enjoy a fun filled day outdoors Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p .m. The Biophilia Center is hosting a family friendly/ fun-filled Earth Day on Saturday, April 20, 2013. Enjoy music, food, animal ambassadors, environmental demos, arts and crafts, face … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 12, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Take a guided tour of the Alys Beach nature trail every Tuesday through April 2

Every Tuesday through March and on April 2, take a guided tour of the Alys Beach nature trail with Master Naturalist and Gardener Snookie Parrish. You will learn about wetland habitats and natural flora as you stroll along the 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 5, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Explore the beauty of Eden Gardens State Park

Walking on the grass encouraged at this family friendly park A beautiful Northwest Florida State Park is nestled in the Point Washington area of South Walton County. Large moss covered live oaks, walking trails and panoramic views of Tucker Bayou … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 4, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Hike, camp along the Apalachicola River bluffs at Torreya State Park

Step back in time and explore nature at this beautiful Florida State park Tucked away off the beaten path 13 miles north of Bristol, is the beautiful Torreya State Park. Perched 150 feet above Apalachicola River bluffs, this park offers … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 23, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Panhandle Outdoors LIVE offering ecological field excursions across Northwest Florida

Explore nature with a Natural Resource Extension Agent The Natural Resource Extension Agents of the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (UF/IFAS) present the 2013 edition of Panhandle Outdoors LIVE, a series of guided field excursions highlighting … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 19, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Explore Falling Waters State Park

Enjoy fern-covered ancient sinkholes at this Northwest Florida park Depending on what time of year you visit Falling Waters State Park, you may or may not view a cascading waterfall into a 100-foot deep ancient sinkhole, as the waterfall is … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 11, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Take a hike on the Florida Trail along Econfina Creek

Scenic vistas await the explorer Hiking the Florida Trail along the Econfina Creek just north of Panama City is a must do for anyone who enjoys nature. This portion of the Trail in Northwest Florida runs along the creek for … Continue reading →

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Posted on January 12, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Take a hike or paddle with the Florida Trail Association

Florida Trail Association in Northwest Florida Activities 2013 Activity Participants Please note: Contact the activity leader well in advance for more information and/or to reserve your place (space is limited.) Unless instructed otherwise by the activity leader, each participant should … Continue reading →