Torreya State Park
Hundred-and-fifty-foot bluffs over the Apalachicola River, on trails with real elevation change - Florida hiking that does not feel like Florida.
Torreya sits on high bluffs above the Apalachicola, and the trails climb and drop through ravines that hold plant communities more typical of the Appalachians than the Gulf coast, including the endangered Torreya tree the park is named for. The loop trail has genuine elevation gain, which makes it the closest thing to real hiking in the state and a good choice for older children who find flat Florida trails dull. The Gregory House, an 1849 plantation house moved across the river piece by piece, sits on the bluff edge and is open for guided tours on a fixed schedule - once a day midweek, twice at weekends - so check the times before building a day around it. The trails reopened after Hurricane Michael flattened much of the canopy in 2018, and the regrowth is visible along them. It is remote; bring what you need.
Pricing
$3 per vehicle (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Torreya State Park cost?
- Torreya State Park charges admission. $3 per vehicle (verify)
- What ages is Torreya State Park good for?
- Torreya State Park is best for kids ages 7 to 18+.
- Is Torreya State Park stroller friendly?
- No, Torreya State Park is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Torreya State Park?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Torreya State Park.
- How hard is Torreya State Park?
- The difficulty level is moderate. Plan for about 4 hours.
- Is Torreya State Park free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Torreya State Park. $3 per vehicle (verify)
- What should I bring to Torreya State Park?
- Proper walking shoes, water, snacks. Facilities are limited.
- How long does Torreya State Park take?
- Most families spend about 4 hours at Torreya State Park.
- When is the best time to visit Torreya State Park?
- Autumn and winter for real fall colour and no bugs. Gregory House tours run 10am midweek, 10am and 2pm weekends.