Hinson Conservation & Recreation Area

I've lived in this area my entire life and never knew this gem was so close. This place is so beautiful. There are walking trails. There are caves. We were able to walk into the caves which was absolutely incredible. We only found one but apparently there are more somewhere. The walking trails are right beside the Chipola River. There is a railroad bridge down one trail. There are picnic tables for usage. And a smalll boat ramp for launching your boat. I'm gonna be posting some pics from our outing.
Definitely gonna be going back soon.

This conservation is a hidden gem tucked away along side of the Chipola greenway river and is part of the FT, There’s a nice little picnic area and boat ramp for boating, canoeing, and kayaking. Truly a beautiful place to enjoy the outdoors, the hiking trail is well maintained marked by red blazes leading to caves and cabins and fishing spots. I definitely recommend checking this place out if and when you are ever in the area.

Never knew this place was here, found out on YouTube about it. We took the trail to the railroad tracks and floated back to the boat ramp great experience. Loved the caves, well worth the visit.

Gate was closed but I called the number listed here in google. The sent a police 👮‍♀ officer to unlock it for me. Alligator 🐊 seen. Small ones. Not to scary. Muddy trail and slippery in places. Turned around and left when I almost slipped into the mud. Next time it will hopefully be dryer and I can make it to some cool places on the trail.

Absolutely beautiful hike along the river, with several good zen spots, or picnic depending​on what you're looking for!

Beautiful. Peaceful. Dog friendly. And free!

Maverick hot and exhausted after a day playing at park. We enjoyed afternoon at Hinson Conservation & Recreation Area

Lived here for twenty-five years and never been down the river this way before and it was absolutely beautiful!

Me and my boyfriend went on a spur of the moment fishing trip and it was quiet and peaceful. Just few people and well didn't catch any 🐠 but I'll definitely be going back soon .

Beautiful spot to relax with the family, bae, or even on your solo excursions.

This is one of our family favorites for a ramble in the woods. It was, and it is again. Five stars because that's what you earn when we miss you as much as we did Hinson while it was closed.

The trails are back to normal. The river still ripples alongside a good stretch of trails. We saw turtles and tortoises, hawks and lots of songbirds. The grassy area near the parking and canoe launch still has oaks and other shade trees in their teens and twenties, a nice enough size to picnic under.

But things are different, too.

This is an Eastern woodland river area in recovery, about 2.5 years after Hurricane Michael plowed through the Florida panhandle (still carrying high category 3-low category 4 winds, even this far inland). Because it is a conservation area, the damages are still visible, and they will be for a long time. The trails are clear for walking, but 50+ year old hardwood trees are down in some places, standing in others. There are three or four times as many wild violets as in the spring before the storm, but there are spots now missing the canopy that used to control ground cover, now causing other wildflowers to be crowded out.

Come see what it's about or see it again. Please think about everything that goes into keeping this available and do the right thing at the honor box, too.

A great place to take a hike and enjoy nature. The trail runs a long side the river for part of the trail. I'd recommend sturdy shoes as the trail has some inclines/declines and due to recent rain, muddy areas.

Very nice walking trails

This park is so cute. Me and my fiance go fishing there, hunt mushrooms, and go running. I don't like how people go mudbogging in it as soon as after it rains, they should respect nature a little more and have cops watch over them. Other than that, it's a beautiful family place and a little adventure into nature.

Hinson trails, rugged hikes and historical great place to visit

A wonderful place to hike, fish, or just go for a picnic with the family; there are several tables placed throughout the park. The road in is really bumpy, so keep that in mind. Plenty of parking, lots of room for kids to run, and a small boat launch add to the appeal.

Drove out to see the area and to have lunch....very secluded spot and quiet! No road noise, just the river and birds!! Great place to hike or to just sit and enjoy the solitude!!

Nice walking trails !

CAUTION! WET HOLES

Really nice area for horseback riding, good access for canoes and kayaks to river. Very rustic though, no bathrooms or grills.