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Florida Caverns State Park was one of the first parks on my Florida bucket list shortly after I moved to Tampa. I recommend spending some time here exploring Florida’s only air-filled cave. Florida Caverns State Park is located in Mariana, Florida. I visited this park in early 2020 prior to the pandemic. I utilized the…
If you want to spend the morning hiking and the afternoon relaxing at the beach, Honeymoon Island State Park is where you should head. Honeymoon Island is located in Dunedin, Florida and is an outdoor lovers dream. Keep reading to plan your day! Honeymoon Island State Park – The Basics Why is it called Honeymoon Island? Honeymoon and Caladesi…
You love the outdoors and you love your dog, it only makes sense to combine two of your favorite things. Hiking with dogs is a fun way to get outside and explore, but if you’ve never taken your dog hiking there are a few things you should know before you do! My dog has never hiked before. Where do…
Looking for a little bit of Gasparilla year-round? Then check out Gasparilla Island State Park in Boca Grande, Florida. If you’ve never heard of Gasparilla, the Gasparilla Pirate Festival is one of the largest annual events held in Tampa and includes a land and boat parade in addition to several other events. Due to this…
Have you ever wanted to paddle in a clear bottom kayak in blue/green spring water and see monkeys native to south and southeast Asia? All without leaving Florida? If so, Silver Springs State Park kayaking is the right Florida State Park adventure for you! Silver Springs State Park – The Basics Silver Springs is the…
Looking for something different to change up your usual weekend plans of happy hour and brunch? Head to Hillsborough River State Park. It is a hidden gem located approximately 25 minutes from downtown Tampa. Hillsborough River State Park – The Basics Hillsborough River State Park is approximately 3,380 acres and includes approximately 7 miles of…