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Naples, Florida
Catch a Sunset at the Naples Pier
5.0If you're like me then you probably spend a fair amount of time chasing the setting sun around. I visited Naples Florida this past spring and was treated to these stunning sunsets 8 out of the 10 days there. The Gulf gives us east coasters the delight of watching the sun dip out over a large body...Read more -
Jacksonville, Florida
Beach Day at Blackrock Beach on Big Talbot Island
5.00.5 miVenturing along the industrialized highway leading to Big Talbot Island will have one wondering how there could be any hope for a natural experience on the outskirts of Jacksonville. However, just 14 miles from the busy interstate, Big Talbot Island has plenty of hiking and biking trails, fishin...Read more -
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Camp at Cape Canaveral National Seashore
2.00.5 miWhat could be better than laying on soft sand, listening to the crashing waves, and gazing at Florida's best sun and stars? Cape Canaveral National Seashore has 14 primitive campsites, with only two of them on the beach and the other twelve located on Mosquito Lagoon. This park has a 40-mile st...Read more -
High Springs, Florida
Swim at Blue Springs Park
4.5Blue Springs Park is a privately owned property that encompasses a few springs along the Santa Fe River, you can learn more here. The main, Blue Spring, has a large swimming area lined with white sand beach. The main feature is a 12ft high platform over the main spring. Since the spring is upward...Read more -
Homestead, Florida
Kayak Camp on the East Cape, FL
Camp along a 3 mile stretch of untouched old Florida. Not only is this the real southernmost point in the continental US (the Keys are islands), but you will most likely have it to yourself. Spot dolphins, bald eagles, ospreys, and a ton of other birds on this awesome over nighter that is great f...Read more -
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Hike the Turtle Mound Trail
1 mi / 35 ft gainAfter first entering Canaveral National Seashore, this is the stop of many hiking options in the park. We walked in toward Mosquito Lagoon and found three well spaced picnic tables and two paths.A path along the lagoon that is well marked to preserve the ecology. We tried this one but it was flo...Read more -
Altoona, Florida
Camp at Alexander Springs
1 mi / 0 ft gainAlexander Springs Recreation Area is an incredible natural area that provides something for any adventure seeker to love. The main attraction here is the beautiful headspring, which is one of the 27 first magnitude springs here in Florida. This spring in particular maintains a cool 72 degrees f...Read more -
Sunrise, Florida
Mountain Bike at Markham Park
4.5I was very impressed with the mountain bike trails at Markham Park. Not knowing exactly what to expect, we were hesitant at first but quickly warmed up to the trails.Markham Park and Target Range is a popular spot for locals. In addition to the mountain bike trails, there's also a target range, p...Read more -
Crystal River, Florida
Kayak to Shell Island, Florida
5.0Take Fort Island Park Rd (Hwy 44) all the way until it dead-ends, it will end at Fort Island Park. The park also has a sandy entrance for paddle or small crafts to the left of the main boat ramp. This area is very popular for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and boating.Leaving from the boat ramp or ...Read more -
Naples, Florida
Camp on Fakahatchee Island
From Tamiami Trail, 5.2 miles west of Highway 29, turn left on the unmarked road. You will be able to leave you car here and launch. Follow the posted map closely as the mangrove tunnels are confusing, and you will probably get lost a few times anyways.There is a series of 5 mangrove tunnels, wit...Read more -
Oviedo, Florida
Hike through the Econ River Wilderness Area
5.02.6 mi / 26 ft gainThe Econ River Wilderness Trail is a largely unnoticed section of preserved land, although it is just 1.5 miles away from University of Central Florida and nestled between residential communities. This trail might not be the most interesting or dramatic trail in all of Central Florida, but what ...Read more -
Wakulla County, Florida
Visit St. Marks Lighthouse
4.50.4 miThere are multiple out-and-back and loop hikes in this wildlife refuge, but the main attraction is the lighthouse along the Gulf Coast. Right next to the lighthouse is a pond where you are guaranteed to see several alligators. If you hike to the end of the levy across from the lighthouse you can ...Read more -
Clearwater, Florida
Photograph a Gulf Coast Sunset at Clearwater Beach
5.0If you find yourself near the Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg areas, I highly recommend taking a trip out to Clearwater Beach. On Clearwater Beach, you'll find sand softer than anything your feet have ever felt, lots of places to relax, great food, good people-watching, and best of all some of the most...Read more -
Weeki Wachee, Florida
Paddle the Weeki Wachee River
4.1The Weeki Wachee River begins its 7.4-mile journey at the world famous Weeki Wachee spring. Named by the Seminole Indians who inhabited the land around the body of water in the early 1800s, Weeki Wachee means “winding river” or “little spring.” One of Florida’s 33 first magnitude springs, the und...Read more -
Big Pine Key, Florida
Beach Day at Bahia Honda SP
5.0When you arrive at Bahia Honda you will have to pay an entrance fee which is usually by the carload if I remember correctly. Once you leave the entrance you will have the choice to turn either right or left. If you take a right you will head towards the busier beach and also the access to the old...Read more -
Port Saint Joe, Florida
Hike the Wilderness Preserve Trail
5.014 miParking is open and free for all designated spots within the state park.At the end of the parking area, there is a gate with a large brown sign. This sign reads "St. Joseph Peninsula State Park / Wilderness Preserve Access." This is where the trail begins.The trail is easy to follow with yellow m...Read more
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Escape to the Sunshine
VISIT FLORIDA, serves as Florida's official source for travel planning. What can be discovered beyond Florida’s 825 miles of beaches? How about 320 freshwater springs, 175 state parks, infinite mangrove tunnels and hidden caverns. Let your adventure begin. Follow Your Sunshine.
