Florida State 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…

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…

If you love to see wildlife as you explore Florida State Parks Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is the park for you! With a chance to see hippos, flamingo’s, Florida panthers, manatees, and more all in one spot this park is not a traditional zoo experience, but it comes with plenty of opportunity…

Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park is a great park to make a quick stop at if you are traveling through Homosassa, Florida. This is also a must-see state park for history buffs or anyone looking for a great spot to have a picnic. I stopped by to see the historic sugar mill after…

Little Manatee River State Park is home to one of Florida’s blackwater rivers and centrally located to many areas of Tampa Bay. There are many miles of hiking, including some trails that run along the Little Manatee River.   Little Manatee River State Park – The Basics  Address: 215 Lightfoot Road Wimauma, Florida 33598 (Main entrance) …