Jackson County, FL can be found in north-west Florida near the Alabama border with a population near 48,000 people. Here visitors will find a variety of activities including hiking through one of its many scenic trails like Bear Lake Trail at Blackwater River State Forest or attending Blue Springs Recreation Area to witness hundreds of manatees congregating here during winter months. There are also multiple festivals held throughout the year celebrating local culture & cuisine such as Marianna’s annual Watermelon Festival offering entertainment for all ages.