Torreya State Park

Torreya State Park is a state park in Liberty County featuring steep ravines, hardwood swamps, and towering bluffs that rise above the Apalachicola River. The landscape encompasses multiple hiking trails, fishing areas, and varied ecosystems within its boundaries.

The area was designated a protected park in 1935 to preserve its natural ecosystems and forest resources. The Gregory House, a 19th-century plantation residence on the grounds, reflects early settlement patterns in the region.

The structures throughout the park feature National Park Service rustic design, using natural materials and stone to blend with the surrounding forest. This architectural style shapes how visitors experience the landscape and its built features.

The park is open year-round for hiking, fishing, and nature observation along its marked trails. Sturdy footwear is recommended since many paths traverse steep terrain and uneven ground.

The park protects the rare Torreya tree species along with other endangered plants including Croomia pauciflora and Maianthemum racemosum. These species are scarce elsewhere and represent a significant concentration of Florida's plant diversity.

Location: Liberty County

Inception: 1935

Architectural style: National Park Service rustic

Website: https://floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/torreya-state-park

GPS coordinates: 30.56890,-84.94810

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:41