State Parks

Springs at Madison Blue Spring State Park at sunset

Madison Blue Spring State Park

Florida is blessed with several first-magnitude springs, but none can compare with the one at Madison blue spring state park.
Situated just over an…

hiking trail through the trees at Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park

Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park

Looking for a place where nature exists in its purest form? Then a visit to Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park is a terrific idea!

Situated just…

trees on the beach at Long Key State Park

Long Key State Park

Once a favored tourist hotspot for celebrities, millionaires and US Presidents, Long Key State Park is one of Florida’s most impressive public…

Palm trees on the beach at Little Talbot Island State Park

Little Talbot Island State Park

If your ideal getaway involves heading to a place where you can fish, swim and indulge in a range of water sports then Little Talbot Island State Park…

Little Manatee River through the trees at Little Manatee River State Park

Little Manatee River State Park

For those who want a break within nature there are few better places to go in Florida than Little Manatee River State Park.
Covering 2,433-acres, much…

couple kayaking at Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park

Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park

Tucked away in an isolated part of the Florida Keys lies the fabulous Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park.

A place full of wonder, it features a…

sunset over the water at Lake Talquin State Park

Lake Talquin State Park

Need a break from the pace of city life? Then consider a visit to Lake Talquin State Park.

Situated on the craggy bluffs that look out onto the…

Park sign at Lake Manatee State Park

Lake Manatee State Park

[caption id="attachment_32828" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Park sign at Lake Manatee State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia…

dirt road through Lake Kissimmee State Park

Lake Kissimmee State Park

For those who enjoy the great outdoors, a trip to Lake Kissimmee State Park should be high on your bucket list.

Home to a dozen natural bodies and…

lake griffin behind hanging tree moss at Lake Griffin State Park

Lake Griffin State Park

Love nature? Well you are going to want to head on over to Lake Griffin State Park in central Florida for the chance to see the second oldest tree in…

View of the springs at Lafayette Blue Springs State Park from above

Lafayette Blue Springs State Park

View of the springs at Lafayette blue springs state park from above. Photo: Paul Clark, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Nestled almost halfway between…

wooden bridge behind an oak tree at Koreshan State Park

Koreshan State Park

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sunset behind palm trees at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

Sitting on over 54,000 breathtaking acres of pristine land, Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park is the perfect destination for those who want to…

Front of the museum at John Gorrie Museum State Park

John Gorrie Museum State Park

[caption id="attachment_32758" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Front of the museum at John Gorrie Museum State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via…

clouds above the ocean at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

Boasting a diverse mix of tropical and coastal hammocks, as well as dense mangrove forest, the John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is an enchanting…

tree in front of the ocean at Indian Key Historic State Park

Indian Key Historic State Park

While there are few Florida state parks that can only be accessed by boat, one of the best of them has to be Indian Key Historic State Park.
Located…

park sign at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

Nestled right in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park has been referred to as the city’s version of ‘Central Park’.

A gift to…

panther walking at a state park in florida

Haw Creek Preserve State Park

Situated just an hour from Daytona Beach and about 90 minutes from Jacksonville, Haw Creek Preserve State Park is one of Florida’s most isolated state…

man fishing at Hontoon Island State Park

Hontoon Island State Park

Located on the St. Johns River, Hontoon Island State Park is a scenic 1,650-acre public recreation space that can only be accessed by park ferry or…

boardwalk through the trees at Highlands Hammock State Park

Highlands Hammock State Park

Highlands Hammock State Park is one of Florida’s oldest state parks, opened in 1931 and officially dedicated in 1935 — a living monument to the…

A lighthouse stands atop a sand dune in a State Park.

Gasparilla Island State Park

If you are really looking for somewhere to get away from it all, then Gasparilla Island State Park is a terrific option.

Detached from the mainland…

George Crady Bridge at George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park

George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park

George Crady Bridge at George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Situated less than an hour from…

Mansion at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park

Gamble Plantation Historic State Park

[caption id="attachment_32667" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Mansion at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via…

aerial view of the beach at Fort Pierce Inlet State Park

Fort Pierce Inlet State Park

Discover pristine white sandy beaches along an Atlantic coast barrier island just 70 miles north of West Palm Beach.

This picturesque 340 acre…

marshes at Fort Mose Historic State Park

Fort Mose Historic State Park

Take a step back in time to the early 1700s as you explore this National Historic Landmark in St Augustine, Florida. Fort Mose Historic State Park…

Ribault Inn Club at Fort George Island Cultural State Park

Fort George Island Cultural State Park

Ribault Inn Club at Fort George Island Cultural State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Hike, bike, kayak, picnic and more at…

Old military road in Fort Cooper State Park

Fort Cooper State Park

Old military road in Fort cooper state park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
🏆 Official Guide: Fort Cooper State Park —…

Museum building at Forest Capital Museum State Park

Forest Capital Museum State Park

Museum building at Forest Capital Museum State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons
An authentic 19th century homestead nestled…

View of the Amelia River from Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park

Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park

View of the Amelia River from Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park. Photo: Judson McCranie, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Picturesque Fernandina…

Park sign and entrance at Faver-Dykes State Park

Faver-Dykes State Park

[caption id="attachment_32598" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Park sign and entrance at Faver-Dykes State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via…

People swimming in the spring at Fanning Springs State Park

Fanning Springs State Park

A beautiful clear spring lies near the expansive Suwannee River Wilderness Trail only 40 miles west of Gainesville in Fanning Springs, FL. Located…

clouds reflecting in the water at Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park

Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park

Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park is Florida’s largest state park and the
“Orchid Capital of North America” — a primeval swamp wilderness…

sunset over Estero Bay Preserve State Park

Estero Bay Preserve State Park

Picturesque Estero Bay Preserve State Park lies just 22 miles south of Fort Myers in Estero, Florida. This public recreation area consists of mainly…

waves crashing against the beach at Egmont Key State Park

Egmont Key State Park

🏆 Official Guide: Egmont Key State Park — An island accessible only by boat, primarily known as a wildlife refuge and historical site featuring a…

Puddin head lake at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park

Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park

[caption id="attachment_32554" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Puddin’ Head Lake at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park. Photo: Skye Marthaler, CC…

park sign for Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park

Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park

A majestic spring and 6,000 acre wildlife sanctuary is safely tucked away just 30 minutes south of Tallahassee in Wakulla County, Florida.

This…

water fountain under a live oak tree at Eden Gardens State Park

Eden Gardens State Park

Picturesque Eden Gardens State Park with its historic mansion and beautiful gardens lies along Tucker Bayou in Santa Rosa Beach 23 miles east of…

park sign for Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park

Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park

Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park sign. Photo: Michael Rivera, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Tucked away in the north-westernmost part…

Pelicans fishing from atop the water at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park

Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park

If you love the beach then you need to put Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park high on your must visit list!

A popular destination for Floridians, it…

The Center Hill Lake impoundment of the Caney Fork River, just upstream from Center Hill Dam at Edgar Evins State Park

Edgar Evins State Park

[caption id="attachment_32476" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] The Center Hill Lake impoundment of the Caney Fork River, just upstream from Center…

Entrance to the cave at Dunbar Cave State Park

Dunbar Cave State Park

If you have never gone cave exploration before, Dunbar Cave is a good place to start. It is the 280th largest cave complex in the world. The cave is…

Crockett Falls in David Crockett State Park, located a half mile west of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.

David Crockett State Park

[caption id="attachment_32468" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Crockett Falls in David Crockett State Park. Photo: Christopher Hollis, Public domain,…

Cummins Falls from below at Cummins Falls State Park

Cummins Falls State Park

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Tennessee’s Most Visited Waterfall – GORGE PERMIT REQUIRED. All info
verified January 2026.

The Beautiful Wekiwa River slowly moving through Wekiwa Springs State Park in Opapka, Seminole County, Florida

Wekiwa Springs State Park

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Orlando’s Natural Oasis – 7,000 acres of springs, trails & wilderness
since 1970. 4.6★ Google (10,000+ reviews)

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