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Northwest FRED GANNON ROCKY BAYOU STATE PARK Niceville, Florida
4281 Hwy 20 Niceville, Florida 32578 Phone: 850-833-9144 Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park was acquired in 1966 through a lease agreement with the U.S. Forest Service, this 357-acre recreation area was named for U.S. Air Force Colonel Fred Gannon who was instrumental in the construction of the park. The park is noted for its sandpine forest where
large, mature sand pines tower over other scrub
vegetation such as rosemary, reindeer moss and
scrub oaks. Indian middens and artifacts can be
seen throughout the park. Driving Directions Park Activities Boating, Boat Ramp, Full Camping, Campfire Circle, Fishing, Nature Trails, Picnicking, and Swimming Full Facility Camping This 357-acre park has 42 campsites with electric and water hookups available for reservation through Reserve America. |
| Fishing Saltwater fish may be caught in Rocky Bayou. Freshwater fishing is available where Rocky Creek flows into the bay. (Salt and freshwater fishing licenses are required in Florida.) Nature Trails Three trail loops are designated within the park. A self-guided booklet for the Sand Pine Trail interprets the natural values of the sandpine forest. The Rocky Bayou and Red Cedar nature trails meander through other prominent plant communities. Ranger-guided walks and campfire programs are offered seasonally. Picnicking Campsites and picnic shelters overlook scenic Rocky Bayou, an arm of Choctawhatchee Bay. 
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