The Choctawhatchee Chapter maintains the Florida National Scenic Trail through Okaloosa and Walton Counties from Eglin AFB Reservation east to the Choctawhatchee River.  The route traverses sand hill uplands, black gum and titi wetlands habitat, an alluvial river swamp, and features numerous pristine white sandy bottom streams.

ON EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE RESERVATION the Florida Trail provides over 60 miles of excellent hiking for day trips or backpacking on land that once was part of Choctawhatchee National Forest.  Seven primitive campsites are located along the trail.  An Eglin Recreation Permit is required and can be obtained at the Eglin Natural Resources Branch:  850-882-4164.     

ON THE NOKUSE SECTION the Florida Trail meanders 19 miles on Northwest Florida  Water Management District land and the Nokuse Plantation conservation corridor where the ecosystem is being restored and preserved to support native plants and animals.  Two primitive campsites are located along the trail.