One of my favorites, Long Point is a spacious county park with an abundance of waterfront sites on an island in the Indian River Lagoon.
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Fall camping brings cooler temps and a morsel of color
As cold fronts ease into the Sunshine State during October, conditions become more favorable for fall camping. You might even get a whiff of autumn color.
A1A Ocean Islands Trail takes you on a scenic byway along North Florida coast
This scenic drive takes you through some rare unspoiled islands, past historic sites, on a car ferry and on roads where tree canopies form green tunnels. It makes a great afternoon drive or you could spend days exploring along this route.
Three events kick off Florida’s seafood festivals season this weekend
Seafood festivals in Pensacola, Destin and Panacea kick off Florida’s Seafood Festival Season with fresh local seafood from the Gulf served by local restaurants, charter captains and non-profit organizations.
Popular campgrounds for stargazing
International Dark Skies Week is April 2-8, 2024, but you can gaze at the stars around any New Moon. We recommend these 12 campgrounds for the best experience. #DarkSkyWeek #DiscoverTheNight
7 favorite secluded beaches in South Florida
It’s easy to find a beach in Florida. It’s harder to find a hidden beach, a beach where you experience a sense of discovery and delicious isolation. Here, however, I share my favorites, discovered over many years.
Camping with the Corps: Waterfront sites at locks along the Okeechobee Waterway
Campers get a front-row seat to the passage of yachts, sailboats and trawlers crossing Florida through locks at three Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds.
30 awesome county parks with affordable camping
Florida is blessed with amazing public parks with campgrounds. While our award-winning state parks get most of the attention, dozens of county-operated parks slip under the radar. County parks are often more available, accessible and near fun things to do. […]
Naples Botanical Garden: 9 surprises at a stunning spot
The Naples Botanical Garden is ever-changing and stunning. Here are nine surprises during our visit; go explore and see what you discover.
Glamping in Florida: Luxury meets nature in these 15 parks
Glamping in Florida is now offered in 14 state and one national park, where some fancy tents come with chandeliers. The idea: Be in the wild, but be comfy.
Camping
Grayton Beach State Park: Jewel of 30-A
Grayton Beach State Park is one of the crown jewels of the Florida State Parks system, and its beach, campground and cabins are coastal treasures.
Beaches
7 favorite secluded beaches in South Florida
It’s easy to find a beach in Florida. It’s harder to find a hidden beach, a beach where you experience a sense of discovery and delicious isolation. Here, however, I share my favorites, discovered over many years.
Bike and Hike
5 things to discover in Venice, Florida
Explore the old world charm of this Mediterranean-influenced city on the Gulf Coast.
Springs
Cool Escapes: Florida’s best springs to swim, tube, snorkel & dive
Floridians survive the heat and humidity of our brutal summers by turning to the state’s wealth of cool, clear, refreshing springs. These are our picks for the best springs in Florida.
Snorkel and Dive
Where can you go snorkeling in Florida if you don’t own a boat?
I have long enjoyed snorkeling from shore to see colorful sealife. Over many years, I’ve scouted these great places to snorkel and see fish from the beach.
