Things To Do

Since 1968, golfers have enjoyed an idyllic view of the countryside while taking part in the imaginative routing from Joe Lee's design and an array of interesting holes, doglegs, risk/reward options and blind landing areas.

Hole Nine is considered the signature hole of the Golf Club of Quincy with its rolling hills and lake vista. The Georgia red clay bunkers are a nice touch and add some extra color. Visitors may see a variety of wildlife in this quiet pastoral setting.

In April 2008, veteran golf writer Tim McDonald (www.worldgolf.com) reviewed the Golf Club of Quincy as "one of the best deals in north Florida/south Georgia."

The Golf Club of Quincy is located at 2291 Soloman Dairy Road in Quincy. Call (850) 627-9631 for additional information.

The Gadsden Arts Center is a nonprofit organization, dedicated to fostering the understanding of art to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors in Gadsden County and the region. The Gadsden Arts Center offers an average of fifteen fine art exhibitions each year, representing as many as 400 artists in three galleries, in our beautifully renovated historic Bell and Bates building (c. 1910). The Gadsden Arts Center offers a wide range of educational programs for children through adults, and beginners through experienced artists. Programs include Summer Art Camp, classes, workshops, lectures, seminars, special events, school programs, and other special projects. The Gadsden Arts Center also houses a gift shop, offering only original art, prints, and books by local artists, an art cafe, and artists co-op. Admission is free ($1 suggested donation for non-members) and group tours are available, also free of charge. For more information, visit www.gadsdenarts.org or call (850) 875-4866.

Information provided by the Florida Division of Forestry 

Hiking trails on this 492-acre tract of Lake Talquin State Forest meander through many natural communities.  The trail system consists of three main trails: the Living Forest Trail, the Ravine Trail and the Bear Creek Trail. Click here for an aerial map.

Living Forest Trail - 0.4 miles one way
This paved trail starts at the parking area and ends at the observation deck. There are "talking trees" along the way to help identify native trees and plants, and which animals use for food and shelter.

Ravine Trail - 1.4 mile loop
This trail starts near the observation deck and loops around the pond. It is moderately strenuous with steep inclines and steepheads. It features arboretum signs and lettered interpretive stations with explanations found in the printed brochure.

Bear Creek Trail - 2.2 mile loop
This trail begins across Beaver Dam and to the left. It traverses a range of ecosystems including slope forests, hardwood bottoms and a Longleaf pine and wiregrass community. The hike is moderately strenuous, with steep inclines and narrow footing in some areas. A short Spur Trail connects PIttman Dam to the top of a ravine parallel to the Bear Creek Trail.

Permits
The Terry L. Rhodes Trail System is open daily from sunrise to sunset. A day use permit is required and can be obtained in the parking area. A primitive group campsite is available and requires a State Forest Use Permit.

Forest Rules
Foot Traffice only (horses, mountain bikes and ATVs prohibited).
Fishing is not permitted.
Carry out litter.
Hike only on marked routes.
Leave gates as found, open or closed.
Camping and fires allowed only in designated areas with permits.

Please report violations to the Division of Forestry at (850) 488-1871.

Trail Tips
Wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes.
Carry snacks and plenty of water.
Use sun protection and insect repellant.
Double blazes indicate a turn in the trail ahead.
At an average pace, one mile takes about 25 minutes to walk.

Hiking the Ravine Trail or the Bear Creek Trail fulfills the Trailwalker requirement.

Lake Talquin offers 8,850 acres of abundant largemouth, white and striped bass, black crappie (speckled perch), bluegill, bream and shellcracker. Spring fishing is recommended for bluegill, shellcracker and bass. Early morning and late afternoon are good for flyfishing for bream. Fall is also a favorite fishing time for bass.

Additional information about Lake Talquin can be found through the Florida State Parks Information Center website or by calling (850) 245-2157.

Other Gadsden County fishing spots include the Apalachicola River and the Jim Woodruff Dam in Chattahoochee and the Ochlocknee River in Havana.

Information provided by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Joe Budd Wildlife Management Area is 11,039 acres located on the north shore of Lake Talquin. Jointly managed by the Division of Forestry and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Joe Budd is one of the few places in the state where only primitive weapons-bows and muzzleloaders-are permitted for hunting deer, hogs, and turkeys. The weekend hunts attract people from as far away as Key West as well as local residents, some of whom have returned every year for over 20 years. Click here for more information.