This video has some good views of Torreya State park, just west of Tallahassee.
According to the Florida State Park website the park is named for an extremely rare species of Torreya tree that only grows on the bluffs along the Apalachicola River. High bluffs overlooking the Apalachicola River make Torreya one of Florida’s most scenic places.
History
Developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, Torreya is popular for camping, hiking, and picnicking. Bird-watching is also a popular activity. Over 100 species of birds have been spotted in the park. Forests of hardwood trees provide the finest display of fall color found in Florida.
Camping
The main campground offers full-facility campsites and a YURT (Year-round Universal Recreational Tent). Primitive campsites and a youth campground are also available. Ranger-guided tours of the Gregory House, a fully furnished plantation home built in 1849, are given at 10:00 a.m. on weekdays and 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekends and state holidays.
Fees:
Admission Fee:
$3.00 per vehicle. Please use the honor box to pay fees. Correct change is required. Limit 8 people per vehicle.
$2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
Gregory House Tour
$3.00 per adult.
$2.00 per child, 12 and under.
The park gates close at sunset. If you plan to arrive late please contact the park before 3:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival.
Pets
Pets are allowed in family camping areas overnight.
Pets are not allowed in Yurt or Yurt area.
Description
The park opens at 8:00 a.m. and closes at sunset. The park is open all year round.
All sites have electricity.
Services & Amenities:
Within Facility
* Accessible Picnic Area
* Bag Ice
* Benches
* Bird Watching
* Comfort Station
* Electric Hook Ups
* Flushing Toilet
* Gift Shop
* Grills
* Hiking
* Historic Sites
* Hot Showers
* Iron Ranger
* Pavilion
* Picnic Area
* Picnic Tables
* Picnicing
* Playground
* Potable Water
* Primitive Camping
* Recycling Center
* Restroom
* Vending Machine
* Water Faucets
* Water Fountains
Address:
Torreya State Park
2576 N.W. Torreya Park Road
Bristol, Florida 32321
(850) 643-2674
