A campground overlooking the bayou, shaded by an oak canopy. A lovely day use area on the bluffs. Gentle trails that all of the family can enjoy. I was so pleasantly surprised on my visit last spring to thoroughly canvass this Florida State Park and discover all it had to offer. I just filled in [...]

From my friends at the The Florida Forever Coalition:
Across Florida, local supporters of the Florida Forever program have organized hikes and outings for “Take A Hike, Florida” on February 20. We hope you’ll join us for this celebration of Florida’s natural treasures and the outdoor recreation opportunities provided by Florida Forever and its predecessor, [...]

Win a prize for going on a hike!
Granted, our weather isn’t cooperating with the joyful launch into the best month for hiking in Florida, but keep an eye on your local forecast and see if this weekend offers an opportunity for you to get out and hike! It’s OUR time of year, when hunting season [...]

In an effort to help hikers with planning their treks along the Florida Trail in the Ocala National Forest, I’m pulling together & transcribing information to create a full picture of the hike. I’ve added several segments this week to the overall journey, plus have updated the overview to allow easy access for annual subscribers [...]

Another excuse to get outdoors during Parks & Recreation Month this July - all Florida State Parks are throwing open their gates and charging no admission on Sunday July 19. Make your plans now to have a picnic, splash in a spring, paddle down a cool, clear river, or take a short early morning hike [...]