Central Florida

Experience one of the most unique areas of Tampa and learn about the rich history of the cigar capital of the world by visiting the Ybor City Museum State Park. This state park is unusual as most of it is inside, so it is the perfect park to visit on a rainy day. Ybor City…

One of the benefits of living in Florida is that winter is one of the best times to be outside. This winter Pinellas County wanted to encourage people to get outside and explore some of the 21 county parks in Pinellas County by hosting the Winter Walk challenge. Keep reading to learn about 8 parks…

Fresh water springs are a popular spring and summer activity in Florida. But did you know there is also salt springs you can visit? There is a 350 foot deep salt spring at Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park that you definitely need to check out! Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park – The Basics The park…

Botanical gardens are peaceful, relaxing, and a great place to see many different plants and flowers. There are actually several botanical gardens in Tampa Bay  and can make for a fun day date or a relaxing solo adventure! Keep reading to learn about four botanical gardens you should visit in Tampa Bay. What is a…

Most people associate Alafia River State Park with mountain biking, but other activities available in the park include hiking and horseback riding. Located in Lithia, Florida just 40 minutes outside of Tampa it is the perfect park to escape to for a peaceful afternoon in nature. Alafia River State Park – The Basics Address: 14326…

The Hillsborough County Hiking Spree is an annual event from November 1st through March 31st. It is one of several hiking events that were taking place in the Tampa Bay area over the last several months which I previously wrote a post on which can be found here. With the Hillsborough County Hiking Spree wrapping…