Forever Wild Trails Loop

Cypress Spring is only accessible by water due to it being surrounded by private property, so bring your canoe, kayak, SUP, or boat to one of the many landings along Holmes Creek. The shortest and easiest way to get to the spring is to launch your vessel at Cotton Landing. From there, it is a short quarter-mile float downstream to the spring turnoff. The turnoff will be on your right and is mar...

Starting at Cotton Landing, you paddle about a quarter of a mile downstream until you encounter the spring run to the right/north. Another tenth of a mile or so up the run will take you to one of the most beautiful spring-fed swimming holes you will ever find. Fed by a 2nd magnitude spring, this circular shaped swimming hole is over 100 feet wide and approximately 26 feet deep. It's surrounded ...

SCUBA & Free Diving: Established in 1972 by Doc and Ruth Dockery, Vortex Spring is home to the Red & White "Diver Down" Flag and is one of the largest diving facilities in the state of Florida, with 28 million gallons of crystal "gin" clear water daily at a year round temperature of 68 degrees.  The spring basin is 50 feet deep at the mouth of the cavern. Surface lit during the day and ...

Nestled in the heart of Conecuh National Forest, the Open Pond Trail offers visitors a captivating glimpse into South Alabama's diverse ecosystem. This well-maintained path circles the crystal-clear waters of Open Pond, providing an accessible outdoor experience for hikers of all skill levels. Trail Details Distance: 1.75 miles Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Trail Type: Loop Elevation Gain:...

Miniscule compared to the Grand Canyon, this vibrant-colored canyon offers a unique adventure unlike any other in Georgia. The most popular way to explore the canyon is through the 4.8 mile Canyon Loop Trail in the Providence Canyon Outdoor Recreation Area. ($5 for parking) The White Blaze Canyon Loop Trail circles nine of the canyons. To hike canyons 1–5 from the Visitor Center, hike ¼ of a m...

St. Andrew's Bay at Carl Gray Park: Panama City's Shallow Water Paradise for Sunset Wading Scenic views during the Panama City golden hour... what a nice little combo. St. Andrew's Bay accessed via Carl Gray Park offers a unique coastal experience with incredibly shallow, calm waters perfect for wading, sunset watching, and family-friendly beach activities. Unlike the open Gulf beaches nearby,...