Hike Less Than A Mile To This Spectacular Waterfall Observation Deck In Florida
By Marisa Roman|Published June 14, 2021
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
While Florida isn’t known for having a ton of waterfalls throughout the state, there are still a handful worth exploring. When you hike the Falling Waters State Park Trail in Chipley, you’ll be on a one-mile out and back trail that features a lake as well as the largest waterfall in the state! Perfect for hikers of all ages, not only is there a welcomed dose of nature, but also a waterfall finish, too.
Falling Waters State Park in Chipley, Florida offers up a variety of natural beauty along three different short hiking trails, each offering a different vantage point of the park.
But perhaps the most popular trail is the Sinkhole Trail, which is a boardwalk path that meanders through various ferns and moss-covered boulders to bring guests to the largest waterfall in the state, clocking in at over 70-feet.
Eventually, the Sinkhole Trail will take guests to a wooden overlook where the creek falls down the side of the bluff into an actual 74-foot-deep sinkhole.
Just make sure to check the conditions before your visit, as seasonal challenges can directly affect the flow of the water and how intense the waterfall actually is.
Have you ever hiked Falling Waters State Park in Chipley before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about this trail, including current conditions, then visit the AllTrails website.