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Econfina River State Park Photos

Coastal marshlands dotted with pine islands stretch to the horizon offering visitors a spectacular vista. Palm snags provide habitat for woodpeckers, while woodpecker holes make convenient hideaways for other animals such as bats. The river changes character from a narrow stream with limestone banks to a broader waterway that winds through the marshland.
Coastal marshlands dotted with pine islands stretch to the horizon offering visitors a spectacular vista. Palm snags provide habitat for woodpeckers, while woodpecker holes make convenient hideaways for other animals such as bats. The river changes character from a narrow stream with limestone banks to a broader waterway that winds through the marshland.
Beginning in San Pedro Bay, the Econfina River eventually drains into the Gulf of Mexico 43 miles from it's beginning. Hydric Hammocks, dominated by a mixture of primarily hardwood tree species with sabal palms, are found throughout Econfina River State Park. A boat ramp offers the ability to explore narrow secluded tidal creeks and reaches the Gulf of Mexico.
Beginning in San Pedro Bay, the Econfina River eventually drains into the Gulf of Mexico 43 miles from it's beginning. Hydric Hammocks, dominated by a mixture of primarily hardwood tree species with sabal palms, are found throughout Econfina River State Park. A boat ramp offers the ability to explore narrow secluded tidal creeks and reaches the Gulf of Mexico.
The park’s marshes and wetlands serve as a large buffer and filter that protect marine nurseries. Four people enjoying the Southern Trail on horse back. South of the boat ramp the river changes from a narrow stream to a broader waterway that winds through the marshland.
The park’s marshes and wetlands serve as a large buffer and filter that protect marine nurseries. Four people enjoying the Southern Trail on horse back. South of the boat ramp the river changes from a narrow stream to a broader waterway that winds through the marshland.
A multitude of amphibians and reptiles claim this park’s wetlands as their home and hatching grounds.   Due to the variety of soils and elevations, this park is a mosaic of remarkable plant and animal diversity.
River and Trees   Yellow Flowers

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