Over 40 percent of South Walton’s land is protected, and the majority of that acreage is part of the Point Washington State Forest system. A popular access point is the Eastern Lake Trail System, located along S. County Road 395.
Over 40 percent of South Walton’s land is protected, and the majority of that acreage is part of the Point Washington State Forest system. A popular access point is the Eastern Lake Trail System, located along S. County Road 395.
30A ️ visits Point Washington, a quiet wooded community of locals just north of Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A.Presented by MarineMax Leisure Boating & Grady-White BoatsMarineMax Panama City BeachMarineMax Fort Walton BeachMarineMax PensacolaMarineMax of Alabama
This particular trail system offers 3.5, 5 and 10-mile loops, ideal for both hikers and bicyclists. Pets are also allowed, if on a leash.
The 15,400-acre forest is home to ten natural communities, including sandhill, cypress swamps, basin swamps, wet flatwoods and wet prairie.
Overnight camping is allowed in special primitive areas of Point Washington State Forest. You can get more info and reserve a spot for only $10 by calling 850-373-1801.
Check out this 30A Facebook Live video of the primitive camping sites:
South Walton Campinga secret spot in South Walton for only $10/night?? 30A.com/camping
If you don’t mind getting your car a little dusty, feel free to turn down one of those little sandy roads and take a casual drive through the forest. But unless you’re in a 4-wheel drive, it’s probably best not to turn off the main corridors, as some of the smaller roads get pretty tight, pretty fast.
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