Located in east Seminole County, Florida near the towns of Chuluota and Geneva.
To Barr St. Trailhead: From exit 81 on I-95, go west on State Road 46 until you reach the town of Geneva (about 16 miles). Turn left and head south on County Road 426 (Geneva Dr) for about 5.5 miles. Entrance will be on your left.
To Equestrian and Jones East Trailheads: From exit 81 on I-95, go west on State Road 46 for 16 miles. Turn left on County Road 426 and head south for 1.1 miles. Turn left onto Snowhill Road (SR 13) and drive another 2.6 miles. Equestrian trailhead will be on your right. Jones East Trailhead is about a half mile further down Snowhill Road.
To Florida National Scenic Trailhead: Same directions as Jones East Trailhead except stay on Snowhill Road and drive another 2.7 miles. Turn right on Jacobs Trail and drive to the end of the road.
For day use: $1.00 per person (children under six admitted free)
Includes all vehicle passengers, walk-ins, bicyclist and equestrians.For camping: $5.00 per night for 1-5 people, $10.00 per night for 6-10 people. For each additional person, add $1.00.
Annual Pass: $30.00
The Little Big Econ State Forest has roughly 7.7 miles of trails set aside for hiking only.
A beautiful boardwalk located near the State Forest Headquarters provides easy access to the Econlockhatchee River shoreline.
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A view of the scenic Econlockhatchee River as it winds towards the marsh lands of the St. Johns River. Trestles from the old Flagler railroad built back in the early 1900s can still be seen crossing the river.
Primitive campsites with fire rings and cooking grills are available along the Econlockhatchee River. A camping permit can be obtained from the Little Big Econ State Forest office at 1350 Snow Hill Road, Geneva, FL 32732 or by calling 407-971-3500.
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Last updated on 6-Sep-2009 at 8:24 P.M.