Maclay Garden State Park

Maclay Gardens is a 1,176-acre Florida State Park, botanical garden and historic site, located in Tallahassee, in northwestern Florida. Packed with beautiful ornamental surrounded by brick walking trails.  There is a really nice recreational area with a playground, lake swimming and fishing, shelters and restrooms.  There are many hiking trails ranging from short distances to around 5 miles, making it accessible for all levels of hikers. The gardens in this park were first planted in 1923 by Alfred B. and Louise Maclay. Peak blooming season is January 1 through April 30. A ranger program is offered throughout the year for guided hikes.