Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park

Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park is located in Niceville, Florida, a beautifully preserved old property with many very old pine trees. It is a place where outdoor fun provides excitement for all peoples.

The park was originally the site of a military practice range for bombing during World War II. Its main features and pine forests have been protected to dominate much of this beautiful part of the state. Special features include the Rocky Bayou, where hiking and walking along its long trail allow visitors to view the beauty of Choctawhatchee Bay. Other popular activities in that section include fishing and boating, letting visitors enjoy the calm waters of the bay in complete safety without the harshness of the prevailing winds off the ocean because it is a very sheltered area.

In other parts of the park, there is a centralized lake around which visitors can see wildlife and numerous birds. Camping facilities are on hand, as well as space for picnicking and cycling. Other Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park activities include kayaking, canoeing, nature trail tours, playing on a playground, pet walking and attending varied festivals and events. Best of all, there is plenty of parking and it is completely free.