Exploring at Paynes Creek Historic State Park

Hiking at Paynes Creek Historic State Park by The Peace River and Paynes Creek in central Florida. The park is located in a town known as Bowling Green and has a lot of nice trails and interesting history as well. Be sure to check out the visitor center at the park to learn about a lot of the history that occurred here. The trails lead you along the creek and river where you can take in the beautiful nature and wildlife along the way. It's a peaceful place that I enjoy exploring and I wanted to make this video highlighting some of the places along my adventure. Built in early 1849, the post was attacked and destroyed by Native Americans that summer. In late 1849, Fort Chokonikla was built nearby as the first outpost in a chain of forts established during tensions with Seminole Indians. The Seminoles never attacked the fort, but the Army was nearly defeated by mosquitoes. Today, nature enthusiasts and hikers can enjoy walking along trails through the park's natural areas. Paynes Creek and the adjoining Peace River provide opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and fishing. A museum at the visitor center depicts the lives of Florida's Seminole Indians and pioneers during the 19th century.

Park Link: https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/paynes-creek-historic-state-park
Park brochure/map: https://www.floridastateparks.org/sites/default/files/media/file/Paynes%20Creek%20Brochure.pdf
Burial Info for Captain George S. Payne https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/20697420/george-s_-payne

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