Located in the "Big Bend" area of northwestern Florida, Econfina River Resort is situated in the middle of a 40 mile stretch of protected coastal habitat. The resort is located one and one half miles up the Econfina River from the Gulf of Mexico.

The area is a fisherman's paradise for "flats" fishing in the Gulf. Sitting amid nearly 168,000 acres of state lands, Econfina River Resort is the only full service launching point in the area.

The Econfina River State Park - a 45,000 acre wildlife preserve stretching along the coast three miles wide to the St. Marks Wildlife Preserve - surrounds the resort. The Resort Staff also works with the Park Staff to provide maps and guided tours for those wanting to hike the many Park Trails.

The Name

The name "Econfina" is an Indian name meaning natural bridge, or bridge over, and it referred to a shallow fording spot approximately two miles up the river from the resort.