Established in 1825 as
a trading post on the Blackwater River, Milton’s
rich history is matched only by its small town charm. Among
the oldest cities in Florida, Milton’s name is likely
a derivative of “milltown” representing the
leading role the city played in the lumber industry’s
early days. By the late 1850s, Santa Rosa County was the
most industrialized county in the entire state of Florida.
Today, tourists can learn about the history of this charming
Florida town by visiting its historical and cultural sites.
Milton is known for its
outstanding canoeing and water sports along the Blackwater
River. In 1980, the Florida Legislature declared Milton
the “Canoe Capitol of Florida.” The city
and its surrounding communities offer tourists hundreds
of miles of canoe trails on pristine rivers canopied
in longleaf pine and hardwood forests. The new Blackwater
Heritage Trail, following the route of the old Florida-Alabama
Railroad, built in 1900, also provides outdoor enthusiasts
with a scenic alternative for walking, jogging, or biking.
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