TURKEY CREEK NATURE TRAIL

No visit to Niceville is complete without spending a peaceful morning or afternoon at Niceville’s Turkey Creek Nature Trail. Visitors are invited to enjoy the pavilion, picnic areas, fishing platforms, swimming areas and boardwalks that locals have come to love.

Turkey Creek Nature Trail and Pavilion is a conservation area that protects endangered species and highlights local flora and fauna along 4,000 feet of boardwalk. An Eagle Scout project provided markers along the trail to identify vegetation. There are swimming holes and rest areas with benches. There’s no better place to walk for exercise, shaded from the hot sun by the lush vegetation. The boardwalk is three quarters of a mile one way, with markers at quarter-mile points.

The pavilion is equipped with lights, picnic tables, grills, and a beautiful stone fireplace hearth. Many events have been held day and night at the pavilion. Birthday parties, office events, socials, team recognition ceremonies are all welcome. The pavilion works on a first come basis.

There are soda vending machines and restrooms near the pavilion.

Along the creek, swimmers have fun cooling off from the heat. Canoes, kayaks, and tubes are allowed. Gasoline engines are prohibited

Security staff are on site to ensure a safe, fun environment for all to enjoy.

The Turkey Creek Walkway is open from 6:30 a.m. till dark, seven days a week. The City of Niceville provides free rides for senior citizens and physically handicapped persons. Please contact Curt Barto at 850-642-7454 to schedule a visit or for more information about Turkey Creek Nature Trail and Pavilion.

Turkey Creek is located at 340 John Sims Parkway.

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