Certified as a segment of the Florida National Scenic Trail*, the Juniper Creek Trail runs through the state forest parallel to Juniper Creek. At its northern end, it connects to the Jackson Red Ground Trail; at its southern end, it meets the Blackwater River, considered to be one of the purest sand-bottom rivers in the world.

Landscape and Wildlife: The trail is particularly inviting in spring when wild azalea, Florida anise, and mountain laurel bring beautiful blooms of color.

Northern Access (Red Rock Road Area): From I-10, take the Avalon Boulevard exit (Exit 22). Follow Avalon Boulevard to US 90. Take a right and continue to Burger King. Take a left at Stuart Street (Hwy 87). Go to Milton High School. Take a right across from Milton High School onto Hwy 191. Follow Hwy 191 north to Red Rock Road at Spring Hill. Take a right on Red Rock Road and proceed to the Red Rock Primitive Area/Canoe Launch. Trail crosses Red Rock Road .3 miles to the east. Proceed south to enter Juniper Creek. North of the road, is Jackson Red Ground Trail.

Southern Access (Deaton Bridge/Blackwater River State Park: From I-10, take exit 31 to Hwy 87. Proceed north a half mile and turn right on Hwy 90. Follow for 7 miles to town of Harold. Take a left onto Deaton Bridge Road and proceed to Blackwater River State Park. The access point is at the bridge in the park.