top places to see in SoWal

[iwishiwasthere]

Of course I gravitate to the beach, but reading this site has made me want to explore the area. If a person is visiting for a long weekend, what would be the must see nature areas? Eden Gardens looks lovely, the cypress swamps.....what else have I missed by being a beach bum? I won't give up sunsets on the beach, so give suggestions of places that you believe to be the best and where they are located to explore during the day.

 

[John R]

sunset from on a boat in the bay are pretty stellar also. actually anytime on the bay is great, in kayak, especially.


jr

 

[Kurt]

sunset from on a boat in the bay are pretty stellar also. actually anytime on the bay is great, in kayak, especially.


jr

Moonrise is better!

 

[John R]

Moonrise is better!

good call kurt, sunrise not bad either.


jr

 

[Chickpea]

Of course I gravitate to the beach, but reading this site has made me want to explore the area. If a person is visiting for a long weekend, what would be the must see nature areas? Eden Gardens looks lovely, the cypress swamps.....what else have I missed by being a beach bum? I won't give up sunsets on the beach, so give suggestions of places that you believe to be the best and where they are located to explore during the day.

Deer Park is spectacular if you like the rolling white sand dunes and expansive views.

Biking around Watercolor is also great as it can be quiet and one can take less traveled trails.

 

[Smiling JOe]

If you really want to take a day off the beach, but remain close to nature, Rent a canoe, (or know someone who has one ;-)) and put in where Hwy 98 intersects Peach Creek and paddle up stream to Eden Gardens, the take the easy ride back down Peach Creek to Hwy 98. You will need to take your vinegar spray if the bugs are out. You will have more funn than you can shake a stick at.

 

[Mermaid]

Go hiking in the state parks. Here's an easy one. From WaterColor, walk west toward Western Lake and on the north side of the road you'll see the entrance to the trail. Start hiking.

 

[Teresa]

Of course I gravitate to the beach, but reading this site has made me want to explore the area. If a person is visiting for a long weekend, what would be the must see nature areas? Eden Gardens looks lovely, the cypress swamps.....what else have I missed by being a beach bum? I won't give up sunsets on the beach, so give suggestions of places that you believe to be the best and where they are located to explore during the day.

sunset at Grayton Beach with a bottle of wine, bring your chair or blanket, sit back and just watch the show... every day...

 

[Uncle Timmy]

People watching from an outdoor table at Modica Market in Seaside.

 

[Miss Kitty]

Sunset from the top of B&A's...with a wonderful new friend!!!