RV rental Suwannee River State Park, FL: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

Hiking is one of the main activities at Suwannee River State Park, with over 18 miles suitable for walking and running. State park RV camping is one of the best ways to explore. Each route has its own character, passing through distinct wildlife habitats. The short Sandhill Trail is a shady 0.8-mile loop that passes Florida longleaf pines and also the Columbus town cemetery. The cemetery is the only thing left of the once thriving town with over 500 inhabitants, a stagecoach stop and railroad station. The shortest trail is the 0.25-mile Earthworks Trail, but don’t skip it because of its length. It leads to the most historic sites in the park. You’ll see the remains of ferry boats that once plied their trade along the river and the earth-works that the Confederate Army constructed to defend the railroad bridge. Luckily for the soldiers, the battle never took place, and the bridge remains intact. If you want a longer hike, the Big Oak Trail takes you on a 12.5-mile route through the park and is part of the longer Florida National Scenic Trail. Of course, not everyone wants to go on long hikes, and there are plenty of other things to do in the park. Bird watching is one of the most popular, as the park is home to a great variety of species, such as herons, egrets, various species of hawks, woodpeckers owls and many more. The Suwannee River offers excellent fishing, whether from the bank or by boat. There is a boat launch for easy access with your boat, canoe or kayak. If you don’t have a boat, maybe a paddle will suffice to cool you off. For a more leisurely time in the park, there is a large picnic area with two pavilions, picnic tables and BBQ’s. Located on the river bank, the picnic area offers great views, and there is a playground nearby for the children.