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…
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John Gorrie Museum State Park
Some people pay homage to movie stars, sports stars and iconic world leaders. But the next time you find yourself turning on the air conditioner for an instant blast of a cool, refreshing breeze then it’s worth making a pledge to visit the John Gorrie Museum State Park. Nestled within the heart of Apalachicola, this…
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…
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…
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park preserves 175 acres between the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic in Fort Lauderdale, including what Florida DEP calls the last remaining tropical maritime hammock in South 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…
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…
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…
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 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…
Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park
🏆 Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park — The only surviving antebellum plantation house in South Florida — located in Ellenton, Manatee County, Florida — a 3,500-acre sugar plantation built 1845–1850 using tabby construction (oyster shell/lime), where Confederate Secretary of State Judah P. Benjamin hid from federal troops in 1865…
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…
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…
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…
Fort Cooper State Park
Old military road in Fort cooper state park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
🏆 Fort Cooper 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…
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…
Faver-Dykes State Park
Picturesque Faver-Dykes State Park lies along Pellicer Creek just 15 miles south of St. Augustine, the oldest city in the country. Pellicer Creek, named for the Francisco Pellicer, who settled here around 1800 after receiving a land grant from the King of Spain, is a Florida state canoe trail. Guests to this serene wilderness area…
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…
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…
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…
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
Plan your visit Facts checked October 3, 2026. Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs is a wildlife viewing day park. You can watch manatees from the Fish Bowl underwater observatory and explore paved walks and boardwalks. You cannot camp, swim or fish inside the park; the official park brochure explicitly excludes swimming and fishing. Hours: Daily, 9…
Egmont Key State Park
Egmont Key State Park — An island accessible only by boat, primarily known as a wildlife refuge and historical site featuring a…
Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
Bordered by the tranquil Rocky Bayou and flanked by a pristine landscape, Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park has changed markedly since it operated as a practice range for World War II bombing and gunnery. Set within 357-acres it is now a tranquil place for families to enjoy a range of outdoor recreational activities. Whether…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Edgar Evins State Park
Edgar Evins park is one of the best locations for outdoor recreation activities. The park is located on the shores of Centre Hill Lake. This 6,000-acre park offers spectacular views in addition to campsites and cabins. The park also has a large on-site marina that has a restaurant and gift shop. The wide range of…
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…
David Crockett State Park
David Crockett State Park is an ideal getaway that offers you scenic vistas of nature in its utmost beauty. In this Tennessee state park, you will get to swim in the pool, fish in the river, take a hike and have a delicious meal at its infamous restaurant. If you love history, the park has…
Cummins Falls State Park
Tennessee’s Most Visited Waterfall – GORGE PERMIT REQUIRED. All info
verified January 2026.
Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park
Head of the Sequatchie with Views of Hinch Mountain at Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park. Photo: Park Facebook Page.
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Wekiwa Springs State Park
Orlando’s Natural Oasis – 7,000 acres of springs, trails & wilderness
since 1970.
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
Florida’s Legendary Underwater Wonderland — Home of the world-famous mermaid
shows since 1947, crystal-clear 72°F springs,…
Econfina River State Park
Park sign at Econfina River State Park. Photo: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Econfina River State Park lies along the northern coast of…
Dunns Creek State Park
Picturesque Dunns Creek State Park lies along the St. Johns River in Pomona Park, 60 miles east of Gainesville and 80 miles north of Orlando. This 6,200 acre Florida state park offers guests day only activities such as hiking, mountain biking, fishing, kayaking, bird watching and picnicking. Beautiful sandhills covered with longleaf pines, wiregrass and…
Dudley Farm Historic State Park
Visit this picturesque living farm in Newberry, Florida and experience for yourself what life must have been like on a 1918 farmstead. This unique farm…
Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park
Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park protects nine miles of pristine,
undeveloped Gulf Coast beaches on Florida’s Forgotten Coast….
Don Pedro Island State Park
Escape to the serenity of Don Pedro Island State Park for a chance to swim, snorkel, hike, fish, picnic, collect shells and view beautiful endangered species. Accessible only by private boat or ferry, this Florida state park lies along a section of Don Pedro Island in Charlotte County, Florida, only 44 miles south of Sarasota…
Deer Lake State Park
Sharing its name with the stunning coastal dune lake that lies within its confines, Deer Lake State Park is a must visit destination for anyone who…
De Leon Springs State Park
When the Mayaca Indians inhabited the area they referred to it as ‘Acuera’ or ‘Healing Waters’. However, today it is better known as De Leon…
Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park
Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park: America’s Last Great Tropical Forest
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Established in 1921, Dade Battlefield Historic State Park is a great place to visit if you love nature, history or war memorabilia. Situated in Bushnell, about an hour’s drive from Tampa and Orlando, the park is a National History Landmark that commemorates the Battle of Dade in 1835. Widely accepted as being something that changed…
Crystal River Preserve State Park
Formerly known as the Crystal River Buffer Preserve, the Crystal River Preserve State Park is one of Florida’s most diverse and spectacular state…
Crystal River Archaeological State Park
Situated just two miles northwest of the city of Crystal River, as well as the body of water it is named after, the Crystal River State Archaeological…
Constitution Convention Museum State Park
Situated at the intersection of State Road 71 and U.S. Highway 98, Constitution Convention Museum State Park is the perfect place for history buffs to visit. Set on 14-acres, it is notable for being the place where Florida’s first constitution was drafted. While the town of St Joseph only lasted for nine years it was…
Collier-Seminole State Park
Looking for somewhere that combines gorgeous scenery with a little bit of history and plenty of outdoor recreational activities? Then Collier-Seminole…