With Boardwalk Footbridges And Wildflowers In Bloom, The Little-Known Rice Creek Levee Trail In Florida Is Unexpectedly Magical
Marisa Roman
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Looking for an unexpectedly magical way to get outside in nature in Florida this weekend? How about a trek along boardwalk footbridges and wildflowers in bloom? The Rice Creek Levee Trail in Palatka, FL is a 5.3-mile loop that takes you through some of the best parts of the Rice Creek Conservation Area. So, lace up your hiking boots, because this trek is about to immerse you in one of our favorite spring hikes in Florida. And we believe you’ll love it, too.
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Hiking Trails In Florida
What are some more of the best hikes in Florida that are great during the spring?
If you’re searching for hiking trails where you can see wildflowers, here are the best hikes in Florida that are perfect in springtime:
- Perdido Bayou Trail, Pensacola
- Black Bear Wilderness Trail, Sanford
- Caloosahatchee River Hammock Loop, Alva
- Kolokee Loop Trail, Geneva
- Gumbo Limbo Trail, Thonotosassa
- Citrus Tract Loop B, Brooksville
- Pine Lily Preserve, Orlando
- The Blue Spring Boardwalk Trail, DeBary
- La Chua Trailhead, Gainesville
- Live Oak, Lake Loop and Rosemary Ridge Trails, Jacksonville
- The Toni Robinson Waterfront Trail, Wabasso
- Juniper Springs Trail, Ocala
Be sure to check out our website for more information on the best spring hikes in Florida.
What are the best state parks in Florida to visit during spring?
To be honest, all our state parks are great any time of year, but if you’re searching for spring adventure, these are the state parks in Florida that you should visit:
- Blue Spring State Park, Orange City
- Manatee Springs State Park, Chiefland
- Ravine Gardens State Park, Palatka
- Myakka River State Park, Sarasota
- Big Talbot Island State Park, Jacksonville
- Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, Palm Coast
- Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park, Florida Keys
- Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve, Copeland
- Falling Waters State Park, Chipley
Discover more from our article featuring the best state parks in Florida to visit in spring.
What are some fun things to do in Florida during spring?
From botanical gardens to nature preserves, and more, these are some of the best things to do in Florida in spring:
- Pepper Ranch Preserve, Immokalee
- Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, Micanopy
- Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales
- McKee Botanical Gardens, Vero Beach
- Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, Jacksonville
- The Garden Room Cafe at Shoogie Boogies, Sarasota
- South Pointe Park, Miami Beach
- Sunken Gardens, St. Petersburg
- Southern Hill Farms, Clermont
- Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miami
- Volcano Bay, Orlando
- Horseback Swimming, Pinellas Park
Don’t forget to read our article to find out more about these fun things to do in Florida during spring.