Take a trip to the Flagler Beach area, plus Ormond Beach and Palm Coast, and experience some amazing beaches, history, and beautiful state parks. Also called the Fun Coast or the Surf Coast, this area is nestled between two popular destinations: St. Augustine to the north and Daytona Beach to the south. There are seven […]
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O’Leno State Park is a beautiful park in North Florida, but it also has a very unique feature – the Santa Fe River flows completely underground in a sink and then reappears above ground three miles away in River Rise Preserve State Park. O’Leno was one of Florida’s first state parks. It opened in 1940,
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It’s no secret that Florida is full of some stunning springs, and Ichetucknee Springs State Park is no exception. This gorgeous freshwater spring flows into one of the most pristine spring-fed rivers in the state, the Ichetucknee River. This park is a haven for paddling and swimming. It’s also home to some gorgeous trails and
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North Florida is home to a ton of diverse activities to do this summer! From springs and rivers to historic sites and hiking trails, North Florida has a little something for everyone. If you’re ready to create your summer bucket list, check out these 12 places to visit! 1. Spring Hop in High Springs High
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Is snorkeling with manatees on your bucket list? It has been on mine for a very long time. Finally I was able to cross it off this winter! Swimming with manatees is a truly unforgettable experience whether you’re a Florida native or just visiting! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lauren •
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Gainesville is a city in North Central Florida best known as the home of the Florida Gators at the University of Florida. But this eclectic city lives up to its slogan: “where nature and culture meet.” Here you can experience a variety of unique places and activities that make it worth a trip! Gainesville is
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Big Shoals State Park in North Florida offers visitors a rare opportunity to see rapids and waterfalls in Florida. The shoals at the park are unique geological formations created by the swift flow of water over rocky limestone outcroppings. As the state’s largest whitewater rapids, the shoals are a stunning sight to behold with sparkling
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Amelia Island is a barrier island on Florida’s Atlantic Coast. The historic island is situated northeast of Jacksonville, on the edge of the Florida-Georgia border. You might hear Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach used interchangeably – Amelia Island is not a city, it’s just the name of the island. Fernandina Beach is the main city
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Ravine Gardens State Park in Palatka, FL feels like stepping into another state. On the trails you’ll encounter elevation changes, two suspension bridges, stone stairs, roots, observation platforms, and more. But what the park is best-known for is the spectacular azalea bloom each February. Azaleas line the entire ravine, blanketing the trails with pink blossoms.
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Gainesville is a city in North Central Florida best known as the home of the Florida Gators at University of Florida. But Gainesville is also a nature hotspot with some amazing parks. Gainesville has four completely distinct Florida State Parks within the city limit, a State Trail, and several other county parks, gardens, and even
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