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Econfina River State Park

Coordinates: 30°03′36″N 83°54′22″W / 30.06000°N 83.90611°W / 30.06000; -83.90611
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Econfina River State Park
IUCN category V (protected landscape/seascape)
Map showing the location of Econfina River State Park
Map showing the location of Econfina River State Park
Map showing the location of Econfina River State Park
Map showing the location of Econfina River State Park
LocationTaylor County, Florida, USA
Nearest cityLamont, Florida
Coordinates30°03′36″N 83°54′22″W / 30.06000°N 83.90611°W / 30.06000; -83.90611
Area3,377 acres (13.67 km2)
Governing bodyFlorida Department of Environmental Protection

Econfina River State Park is a Florida State Park, covering 3,377 acres (14 km2) located on the Gulf of Mexico at the mouth of the Econfina River. The address is 4384 Econfina River Road, Lamont, Florida, United States.

Ecology

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The park contains 5,000 acres pine flatwoods, oak/palm forests, and broad expanses of salt marsh dotted with pine islands.

Recreational Activities

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The park has such amenities as birding, boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking, horse trails, kayaking and picnicking areas. Concessions are also available.

Admission and Hours

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There is a small entrance charge. Florida state parks are open between 8 a.m. and sundown every day of the year (including holidays).

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