Nestled within Fort McAllister State Park near Richmond Hill, Georgia, the Redbird Creek Trail offers a scenic and serene 3.2-mile loop through a lush maritime forest, salt marsh, and along the tranquil Redbird Creek. This easy-to-follow trail, marked with blue diamond blazes, features just 75 feet of elevation gain, making it perfect for hikers […]
The Eskimo Curlew and Oak Mott Loop trails are scenic and accessible hikes located in the Bayside area of Galveston Island State Park. These easy, family-friendly loops are perfect for a casual afternoon outing and are open to leashed pets as well. Each trail is approximately half a mile long and begins at the […]
Fort Pickens is part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore and is located near Pensacola Beach, Florida. Visitors can explore historic structures like Fort Pickens, Battery Cooper, and Battery Worth or enjoy miles of pristine beach. The campground has almost 150 campsites with electricity, water, a picnic table, an in-ground grill, and a fire ring. […]
The Beech Magnolia and Bluff Trails are located within Florida Caverns State Park, near Marianna, Florida. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, these scenic trails guide visitors through the Chipola River floodplain, past limestone outcroppings, and into dense hardwood forests. The Bluff Trail stretches approximately 3/4 of a mile, while the Beech Magnolia Trail […]
Located in Florida Caverns State Park near Marianna, the Sinkhole and River Trails take hikers through a mix of hardwood forest and swampy marshland. Visitors wishing to access these trails, which begin at the same trailhead, should park at the Blue Hole swimming area and walk down the grassy roadside to reach the trailhead, […]
Florida Caverns State Park is located near Marianna, Florida. The 1,500-acre park was founded in 1942 and is the only Florida state park with air-filled caves accessible to the public. There are thirty-two campsites in the Blue Hole camping area that are equipped with 30/50-amp electricity, water, sewer hookups, a picnic table, an in-ground grill, […]
Kolomoki Mounds State Park is located near Blakely, Georgia. It is the oldest and largest Woodland Indian site in the southeastern United States with eight mounds. The mounds were designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1964. There are twenty-five campsites in the campground that are equipped with electricity, water, a picnic table, an in-ground […]
The Spruce Pine Trail is a scenic 2.5-mile loop located in Kolomoki Mounds State Park, just outside of Blakely, Georgia. As part of Georgia’s Southern Rivers Birding Trail, it’s a fantastic hike for birdwatchers and nature lovers alike. With under 200 feet of elevation gain, the trail is family-friendly and a great option for […]
Located in Louisiana’s Tickfaw State Park, the River and Bottomland Hardwood Trails offer an immersive walk through the park’s diverse ecosystems. These trails provide a great opportunity to observe the plant and animal life unique to each habitat. The Bottomland Hardwood Trail is a 3/4 mile loop trail that winds along a raised boardwalk […]
Blackwater River State Park is located near Milton, Florida. The park was established in 1967 and covers over 600 acres. The Blackwater River runs through the park and is a popular place for visitors to canoe and float down. A local company, Blackwater Canoe Rental, offers trips and rentals. We were planning to float […]
