One of the few untouched islands along the Gulf Coast, Caladesi Island State Park is accessible only by boat, but is worth the extra effort. Whether it is a stroll along the island’s pristine beaches ...

During periods of high visitation, visitors may experience long lines to enter Blue Spring State Park. The park frequently reaches capacity and may temporarily close. Closures occur intermittently and ...

Effective Oct. 4, 2024: The main parking lot and seawall parking area at Gasparilla Island State Park are temporarily closed. Separated from the mainland by Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound, ...

A natural theme park awaits those with a hearty outdoor spirit. The natural theme park of Lake Louisa State Park showcases a diversity of wildlife, including deer, bobcat, gopher tortoises, fox ...

During periods of high visitation, visitors may experience long lines to enter Wekiwa Springs State Park. The park frequently reaches capacity and may temporarily close. Closures occur intermittently ...

Built in 1891, The Barnacle is the oldest house in Miami-Dade County standing in its original location. Built in 1891, The Barnacle is the oldest house in Miami-Dade County standing in its original ...

Native Americans once dwelled here, living off fish-filled lagoons. Today, these waters are popular for canoeing, boating and fishing. Tomoka is a bird-watcher's paradise, with over 160 species ...

This park tells the story of Florida's largest Civil War battle, which took place Feb. 20, 1864. More than 10,000 cavalry, infantry and artillery troops fought a five-hour battle in a pine forest near ...

Some mapping software is leading visitors to inaccurate entrance to the park. The main park entrance leading to the ranger station and campground is located on County Road 39, not on Jameson Road.

Silver Springs offers one of Florida’s premier views of clear groundwater flowing to land surface and an excellent example of the connection between rocks and water over geologic time. More than 30 ...

No entrance fee is required to enter this park. Pavilion rentals are $40 per day, plus tax. Bulow Creek protects nearly 5,600 acres, more than 1,500 of which are submerged lands. The highlight of ...

Effective May 11, 2023: Drinking water is temporarily unavailable at Myakka River State Park. Please remember to bring your own water. Bottled water is also available at no cost at the ranger station ...