Leon Sinks Hike - Ages 18-30

If you are between the ages of 18 and 30, you are invited to join me for a hike through the Leon Sinks Geological Area. Enjoy the great outdoors with other hikers, experienced or not, for some beautiful scenery. Breathe! De-stress! Make new friends!

This park offers trails leading to a series of sinkholes big and small. Some are dry; others are wet (see picture). The land in this area is underlain by a layer of limestone, eroded and dissolved by rainwater and groundwater to form caverns, holes, and tunnels. This type of terrain is called "karst" and results in many geological features such as wet sinkholes, depressions, natural bridges and a disappearing stream. Many volunteers made the trails and boardwalks.

Meet in the parking area for the park on Crawfordville Hwy. We meet at 10:00am for instructions and sign-in, with a 10:15am start.

This will be a moderate to strenuous hike typically at 3 to 4 miles/hour, but with stops at some of the sites for pictures/joy. We will hike about 5 miles, so come prepared... Bring water and wear shoes appropriate for trail hiking (sneakers). Bug repellent and sunscreen may be needed, though much of the trail will be shaded.

$5 park fee per vehicle - bring exact change or a National Park Pass. Carpool to save money!

Well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome.

Anyone may attend this event; however, please consider joining FTA. The Florida Trail Association builds, maintains, protects, and promotes the Florida National Scenic Trail and a network of hiking trails throughout Florida. Our vision is a continuous well-maintained, protected network of hiking trails on public lands that highlight the unique natural, scenic, cultural, and historic places in Florida. FTA Website

* Please edit your RSVP in Meetup if you no longer plan to attend.

Check our Meetup site for dates, meeting locations, and any last minute announcements before starting out. Contact: Courtnay Micots at 850-300-0399 or courtnaymicots@gmail.com.