Mountain bike trails are occasionally closed for maintenance at Oleta River State Park. Check with the ranger station for updated trail availability. We apologize for the inconvenience. The fishing ...

Glamping is glamorous camping. It’s a relaxing way to experience the outdoors in luxury. Your first camping trip can be intimidating. You might be unsure of what to bring or even if you’ll like it.

Ride the official Shell Island Ferry to Shell Island for hours of fun. Shell Island can only be accessed by boat. This ferry is the easiest, safest, quickest way to the island. See more information ...

Steepheads are deep ravines that occur in upland sandhill or clayhill habitats. A steephead itself is like a giant living organism or ecosystem. At the head of steephead ravines are springs or ...

Glamping now available at St. Andrews State Park. Unplug, relax and reconnect with nature in an eco-tent. Each one has a water view. Modern luxuries include electricity, a queen bed, a twin-sized cot ...

Join a park ranger for an interactive fishing program! Learn how to tie knots, casting skills with a game of back yard bass, and fish identification, and then try the real thing on the docks. Fishing ...

In this month's crafting class led by local artist Trish Vevera, members will have a chance to personalize a canvas tote bag by learning the technique of Tatakizome. Flower pounding, or Tatakizome, is ...

DEP has partnered with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to stabilize the banks of the spring head and spring run at Blue Spring State Park. From April 1 to Nov. 15, 2024, in-water ...

As temperatures drop across the country, people flock to Florida to escape the cold and enjoy the beautiful weather. Just like humans, many animals migrate to and within the Sunshine State to better ...

Calling all night owls! Join us for another Full Moon Hike program - our park rangers will lead participants on a 3.5 mile hike on the Lake Overstreet trail. Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and bring ...

Effective Nov. 6, 2024: Some day-use restrooms and both campground bathhouses at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park are temporarily closed due to a plumbing issue. Stretching 20 miles ...

Calling all Junior Rangers! Explore the shoreline with park staff and volunteers in search of interesting plants, animals, and other finds along the beach. Learn tips to identifying what you find and ...