Native Americans once dwelled here, living off fish-filled lagoons. Today, these waters are popular for canoeing, boating and fishing. Tomoka is a bird-watcher's paradise, with over 160 species ...

Effective Feb. 1, 2025: The campground at Big Lagoon State Park will be closed from Feb. 1 - Aug. 1, 2025, for a renovation project. Natural communities, ranging from saltwater tidal marshes to pine ...

8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days. Office: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Historic settlement: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Cradled by majestic oaks along the banks of the Estero River, Koreshan State Park’s historic buildings and ...

The preserve is located on the barrier island in South Melbourne Beach and protects the watershed of the Indian River Lagoon. Red mangrove propagules Considered one of the most biologically diverse ...

Curry Hammock boasts two kayak paddling adventures! The 1.5-mile path circumnavigates Little Crawl Key and takes approximately one hour. This sampler trail makes the most of its time, featuring a ...

Don’t be surprised if there’s a feeling of curiosity and a hint of anticipation that overtakes you at the Crystal River Archaeological Museum. Opened to the public in 1965, this historically ...

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is a coastal playground amid urban Fort Lauderdale and the beaches here draws visitors from all over the world. Sunbathe, swim or fish against a backdrop of cerulean water ...

The historic Wesley House is the focal point of Eden Gardens State Park. Once inside the home, guests are guided on a walk through the history of Point Washington, the Wesley family and the park’s ...

Beginning in the head waters of the Okefenokee Swamp in southern Georgia, the Suwannee River flows across North Florida to eventually end in the Gulf of Mexico. It is one of the largest rivers in ...

Many state parks provide primitive campgrounds for those who enjoy secluded areas. Primitive campgrounds are areas designated for camping that have limited improvements such as a fire ring, cleared or ...

Effective Nov. 20, 2024: To help ensure the safety of visitors and staff, Florida State Parks is assessing the impact of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The following parks have been affected ...

During periods of high visitation, visitors may experience long lines to enter Blue Spring State Park. The park frequently reaches capacity and may temporarily close. Closures occur intermittently and ...