If you talk to a true Floridian, they will tell you one of the biggest benefits of living in the state is the incredible range of wildlife and the impressive nature that can be found at a variety of state parks in Florida. Nature in Florida is in abundance, which creates plenty of opportunities to explore and indulge. Florida has over 160 state parks, all with their very own unique set of adventures and amenities. Below, you’ll find some of the best state parks and nature parks in Florida, which will be perfect for a weekend away.

  1. Little Manatee River State Park

commons.wikimedia.org/Ebyabe Located not far from Tampa, Little Manatee isn’t just the state park with the cutest name ever, it’s a real hidden treasure. The Little Manatee River is a designated Outstanding Florida Water and flows for nearly five miles through rare and varied ecosystems. This one’s a must-see for the nature nerds out there.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 215 Lightfoot Rd, Wimauma, FL, 33598

Little Manatee River State Park, 215 Lightfoot Rd, Wimauma, FL 33598, USA

  1. Torreya State Park

commons.wikimedia.org/Ebyabe Challenging trails, high bluffs, and the extremely rare Torreya tree can be found here. Some of these scenic vistas just cannot be missed.

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Address: 2576 NW Torreya Park Rd, Bristol, FL, 32321

Torreya State Park, 2576 NW Torreya Park Rd, Bristol, FL 32321, USA

  1. Anastasia State Park

commons.wikimedia.org/Ebyabe This park in St. Augustine is perfect for fishing and canoeing, and a great addition to any trip to the historic city.

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Address: 300 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, FL, 32080

Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32080, USA

  1. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

Flickr/Doug Kerr This secluded beach is a great place to explore Florida’s wildlife, take a nature walk, or go kayaking. This is seclusion and solitude at its finest.

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Address: 10900 Jack Nicklaus Dr, North Palm Beach, FL, 33408

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 Jack Nicklaus Dr, North Palm Beach, FL 33408, USA

  1. Blue Spring State Park

commons.wikimedia.org/Mwanner At Blue Spring State Park, not only is the water a beautiful bright blue, endangered manatees are actually present in large numbers. Maybe it’s because I’ve lived here so long, but I think they are adorable!

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Address: 2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL, 32763

State Street, State St, Sherman, MS 38869, USA

  1. Florida Caverns State Park

Flickr/Karen Parker for Florida Fish and Wildlife This park provides access to the only air-filled caves open to the public in Florida. The park also offers bicycling, boating, canoeing, kayaking, and camping. Head deep into the depths of the Earth in this contender for one of the best state parks in Florida.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 3345 Caverns Rd, Marianna, FL, 32446

Florida Caverns State Park, Caverns Rd, Marianna, FL, USA

  1. Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park

commons.wikimedia.org/Mistoffeles At Devil’s Millhopper Geological park you’ll find a spectacularly unexpected rainforest that is tucked inside nature. Hike the out-and-back trail, or take a trip to see the giant sinkhole that has made this park popular.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32653

Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park, 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653, USA

  1. Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Flickr/Karen Parker for Florida Fish and Wildlife This beautiful park and National Natural Landmark offers snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving in crystal clear waters, but the most popular activity is tubing down the river.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 12087 S.W. U.S. Highway 27, Fort White, FL, 32038

Ichetucknee Springs State Park, 12087 Southwest, US-27, Fort White, FL 32038, USA

  1. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Flickr/Miguel Vieira Florida’s first state park and a National Natural Landmark, Paynes Prairie should not be missed. Where else are you going to catch a glimpse of alligators, bison, and wild horses?

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 100 Savannah Blvd, Micanopy, FL, 32667

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, Savannah Boulevard, Micanopy, FL, USA

  1. Washington Oaks Gardens State Park

commons.wikimedia.org/Ebyabe This beautiful park near Palm Coast has incredible formal gardens and a completely natural barrier island.

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Address: 6400 N Ocean Shore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL, 32137

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, 6400 N Ocean Shore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL 32137, USA

  1. Weeki Wachee State Park

Flickr/ellen jo roberts Mermaid performers have been captivating audiences in Weeki Wachee Springs since 1947. Visitors can also enjoy its waterpark and boat rides.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL, 34606

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Kayak Rentals, 6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL 34606, USA

  1. Withlacoochee State Forest

TripAdvisor Ben_theretoo406 Named one of the “10 Coolest Places You’ve Never Been in North America” by the World Wildlife Fund, Withlacoochee (located in western-central Florida) offers camping, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and seasonal fishing and hunting.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 15003 N Broad St, Brooksville, FL, 34601

Withlacoochee State Forest, Florida 33597, USA

  1. Ocala National Forest

Flickr/Florida Fish and Wildlife The Big Scrub is 360,000 acres of hiking heaven. Ocala’s 75-mile section of the 1,300-mile Florida National Scenic Trail is widely considered one of the best and most beautiful. Here you’ll find bountiful hills, ponds, pine forest, and boardwalks through cypress and gum swamps.

Read more about this Florida state park.

Address: SR 19 Astor, FL, 32179

Ocala National Forest, Florida 32179, USA

  1. Bulow Creek State Park

Flickr/Tadson Bussey This park near Ormond Beach is home to some of the largest and oldest live oaks in Florida. The star is the Fairchild Oak, which is over 400 years old and one of the largest live oaks in the South.

Read more about this Florida state park.

Address: 3351 Old Dixie Hwy, Ormond Beach, FL, 32174

Bulow Creek State Park, 3351 Old Dixie Hwy, Ormond Beach, FL 32174, USA

  1. Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park

Flickr/Miguel Vieira Forested swamp featuring diverse wildlife, including panthers and black bears. Also the home of the legendary ghost orchid.

Read more about this Florida state park.

Address: 137 Coast Line Dr, Copeland, FL, 34137

Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve, 137 Coast Line Dr, Copeland, FL 34137, USA

  1. Big Talbot Island and Little Talbot Island

commons.wikimedia.org/Sabart Big Talbot Island State Park is a beautiful preserve that offers a unique glimpse into nature. You’ll want to bring your binoculars and your camera for this visit because this area is flush with rare birds and beautiful photo opportunities.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: A1A North, Jacksonville, FL, 32226

Big Talbot Island State Park, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA

  1. Wakulla Springs State Park

Flickr/Paul Clark These springs were once the home to prehistoric humans, and they still attract us today for their beauty. Take a swim, take a hike, just kick back and relax in nature here.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 465 Wakulla Park Dr, Wakulla Springs, FL, 32327

Wakulla Springs, FL 32327, USA

  1. Bahia Honda Key State Park

commons.wikimedia.org Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida Keys looks like a real-life paradise. It has some of the best beaches and snorkeling in the state, and it also offers fishing, kayaking, and camping.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 36850 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key FL, 33043

Bahia Honda State Park, 36850 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043, USA

  1. Crystal River Preserve State Park

Flickr/psyberartist Crystal River not only has some of the clearest water in Florida, it is also the only place you can legally swim up close with endangered manatees. Many say this is one of the best state parks in Florida.

Read more about this Florida state park.

Address: 3266 N Sailboat Ave, Crystal River, FL, 34428

Crystal River Preserve State Park, 3266 N Sailboat Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428, USA

  1. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

Flickr/Ines Hegedus-Garcia This park on Key Biscayne is home to the Cape Florida Light (the oldest standing structure in Miami), was a stop on the Underground Railroad, and has one of the best beaches in the country.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 1200 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL, 33149

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, 1200 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, USA

  1. Caladesi Island

commons.wikimedia.org Caladesi Island is one of the best beaches in the country and one of the few in Florida that have been kept completely natural.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL, 34698

Caladesi Island, Dunedin, FL 33767, USA

  1. Fort De Soto Park

Flickr/Pinellas County Fort De Soto consists of five offshore keys near St. Petersburg, Florida. The park is steeped in history, attracting Native Americans, Spanish explorers, and soldiers in the Civil War History aside, visitors should not forget the park’s celebrated beaches.

Read all about this Florida state park.

Address: 3500 Pinellas Bayway S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33715

Fort De Soto Park, FT De Soto Park, Florida 33715, USA

  1. Ravine Gardens State Park

commons.wikimedia.org This lovely park is part manicured order and part wild unfettered nature. It’s a nice place to bring a book and spend time in the sunshine.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL, 32177

Ravine Gardens State Park, 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177, USA

  1. St. Andrews State Park

Flickr/Caleb Feese This 1,200-acre park three miles east of Panama City Beach is yet another beach in Florida that has been named the most beautiful beach in the country. The park features camping, scuba diving, snorkeling, biking, and tons of wildlife viewing. It’s a very popular spot so reservations through the park are recommended for campers.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 4607 State Park Ln, Panama City, FL, 32408

St. Andrew State Park Pier, Panama City, FL 32408, USA

  1. Big Shoals State Park

Flickr/B A Bowen Photography Big Shoals is located approximately a mile east of White Springs, FL, and home to the largest whitewater rapids in Florida. If thrill-seekers come at the right time, they can kayak down the Suwanee in class III whitewater rapids. It’s also a beautiful spot just for hiking.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 11330 SE Co Rd 135, White Springs, FL, 32096

Big Shoals State Park, Southeast Co Road 135, White Springs, FL, USA

  1. De Leon Springs State Park

Flickr/John Wood This park is perfect for swimming and canoeing, and it’s home to a pancake house with a DIY twist: a griddle in every table allows patrons to flip their own flapjacks. Pancakes and nature? Sounds like easily one of the best state parks in Florida.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 601 Ponce Deleon Blvd, De Leon Springs, FL, 32130

De León Springs State Park, 601 Ponce Deleon Blvd, De Leon Springs, FL 32130, USA

  1. Falling Waters State Park

Flickr/Scott Ball for Florida Fish and Wildlife Some say this is one of the best state parks in Florida simply because of the waterfall. Falling Waters near Chipley, FL, is home to the tallest waterfall (and one of very few, period) in the state of Florida. It can be quite impressive after a heavy rain, as the water rushes down 73 feet of limestone into a huge sinkhole.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 1130 State Park Rd, Chipley, FL, 32428

Falling Waters State Park, 1130 State Park Rd, Chipley, FL 32428, USA

What do you think? Do you think these are the best state parks in Florida? Make sure to sound off in the comments section. Or if we happened to miss any state parks that you think deserve recognition, we’d love to hear from you!

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Located not far from Tampa, Little Manatee isn’t just the state park with the cutest name ever, it’s a real hidden treasure. The Little Manatee River is a designated Outstanding Florida Water and flows for nearly five miles through rare and varied ecosystems. This one’s a must-see for the nature nerds out there.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 215 Lightfoot Rd, Wimauma, FL, 33598

Little Manatee River State Park, 215 Lightfoot Rd, Wimauma, FL 33598, USA

Challenging trails, high bluffs, and the extremely rare Torreya tree can be found here. Some of these scenic vistas just cannot be missed.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 2576 NW Torreya Park Rd, Bristol, FL, 32321

Torreya State Park, 2576 NW Torreya Park Rd, Bristol, FL 32321, USA

This park in St. Augustine is perfect for fishing and canoeing, and a great addition to any trip to the historic city.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 300 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, FL, 32080

Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32080, USA

Flickr/Doug Kerr

This secluded beach is a great place to explore Florida’s wildlife, take a nature walk, or go kayaking. This is seclusion and solitude at its finest.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 10900 Jack Nicklaus Dr, North Palm Beach, FL, 33408

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 Jack Nicklaus Dr, North Palm Beach, FL 33408, USA

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At Blue Spring State Park, not only is the water a beautiful bright blue, endangered manatees are actually present in large numbers. Maybe it’s because I’ve lived here so long, but I think they are adorable!

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL, 32763

State Street, State St, Sherman, MS 38869, USA

Flickr/Karen Parker for Florida Fish and Wildlife

This park provides access to the only air-filled caves open to the public in Florida. The park also offers bicycling, boating, canoeing, kayaking, and camping. Head deep into the depths of the Earth in this contender for one of the best state parks in Florida.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 3345 Caverns Rd, Marianna, FL, 32446

Florida Caverns State Park, Caverns Rd, Marianna, FL, USA

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At Devil’s Millhopper Geological park you’ll find a spectacularly unexpected rainforest that is tucked inside nature. Hike the out-and-back trail, or take a trip to see the giant sinkhole that has made this park popular.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32653

Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park, 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653, USA

This beautiful park and National Natural Landmark offers snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving in crystal clear waters, but the most popular activity is tubing down the river.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 12087 S.W. U.S. Highway 27, Fort White, FL, 32038

Ichetucknee Springs State Park, 12087 Southwest, US-27, Fort White, FL 32038, USA

Flickr/Miguel Vieira

Florida’s first state park and a National Natural Landmark, Paynes Prairie should not be missed. Where else are you going to catch a glimpse of alligators, bison, and wild horses?

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 100 Savannah Blvd, Micanopy, FL, 32667

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, Savannah Boulevard, Micanopy, FL, USA

This beautiful park near Palm Coast has incredible formal gardens and a completely natural barrier island.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 6400 N Ocean Shore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL, 32137

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, 6400 N Ocean Shore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL 32137, USA

Flickr/ellen jo roberts

Mermaid performers have been captivating audiences in Weeki Wachee Springs since 1947. Visitors can also enjoy its waterpark and boat rides.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL, 34606

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park Kayak Rentals, 6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL 34606, USA

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Named one of the “10 Coolest Places You’ve Never Been in North America” by the World Wildlife Fund, Withlacoochee (located in western-central Florida) offers camping, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and seasonal fishing and hunting.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 15003 N Broad St, Brooksville, FL, 34601

Withlacoochee State Forest, Florida 33597, USA

Flickr/Florida Fish and Wildlife

The Big Scrub is 360,000 acres of hiking heaven. Ocala’s 75-mile section of the 1,300-mile Florida National Scenic Trail is widely considered one of the best and most beautiful. Here you’ll find bountiful hills, ponds, pine forest, and boardwalks through cypress and gum swamps.

Read more about this Florida state park.

Address: SR 19 Astor, FL, 32179

Ocala National Forest, Florida 32179, USA

Flickr/Tadson Bussey

This park near Ormond Beach is home to some of the largest and oldest live oaks in Florida. The star is the Fairchild Oak, which is over 400 years old and one of the largest live oaks in the South.

Read more about this Florida state park.

Address: 3351 Old Dixie Hwy, Ormond Beach, FL, 32174

Bulow Creek State Park, 3351 Old Dixie Hwy, Ormond Beach, FL 32174, USA

Forested swamp featuring diverse wildlife, including panthers and black bears. Also the home of the legendary ghost orchid.

Read more about this Florida state park.

Address: 137 Coast Line Dr, Copeland, FL, 34137

Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve, 137 Coast Line Dr, Copeland, FL 34137, USA

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Big Talbot Island State Park is a beautiful preserve that offers a unique glimpse into nature. You’ll want to bring your binoculars and your camera for this visit because this area is flush with rare birds and beautiful photo opportunities.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: A1A North, Jacksonville, FL, 32226

Big Talbot Island State Park, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA

Flickr/Paul Clark

These springs were once the home to prehistoric humans, and they still attract us today for their beauty. Take a swim, take a hike, just kick back and relax in nature here.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 465 Wakulla Park Dr, Wakulla Springs, FL, 32327

Wakulla Springs, FL 32327, USA

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Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida Keys looks like a real-life paradise. It has some of the best beaches and snorkeling in the state, and it also offers fishing, kayaking, and camping.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 36850 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key FL, 33043

Bahia Honda State Park, 36850 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043, USA

Flickr/psyberartist

Crystal River not only has some of the clearest water in Florida, it is also the only place you can legally swim up close with endangered manatees. Many say this is one of the best state parks in Florida.

Read more about this Florida state park.

Address: 3266 N Sailboat Ave, Crystal River, FL, 34428

Crystal River Preserve State Park, 3266 N Sailboat Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428, USA

Flickr/Ines Hegedus-Garcia

This park on Key Biscayne is home to the Cape Florida Light (the oldest standing structure in Miami), was a stop on the Underground Railroad, and has one of the best beaches in the country.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 1200 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL, 33149

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, 1200 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, USA

Caladesi Island is one of the best beaches in the country and one of the few in Florida that have been kept completely natural.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL, 34698

Caladesi Island, Dunedin, FL 33767, USA

Flickr/Pinellas County

Fort De Soto consists of five offshore keys near St. Petersburg, Florida. The park is steeped in history, attracting Native Americans, Spanish explorers, and soldiers in the Civil War History aside, visitors should not forget the park’s celebrated beaches.

Read all about this Florida state park.

Address: 3500 Pinellas Bayway S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33715

Fort De Soto Park, FT De Soto Park, Florida 33715, USA

This lovely park is part manicured order and part wild unfettered nature. It’s a nice place to bring a book and spend time in the sunshine.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL, 32177

Ravine Gardens State Park, 1600 Twigg St, Palatka, FL 32177, USA

Flickr/Caleb Feese

This 1,200-acre park three miles east of Panama City Beach is yet another beach in Florida that has been named the most beautiful beach in the country. The park features camping, scuba diving, snorkeling, biking, and tons of wildlife viewing. It’s a very popular spot so reservations through the park are recommended for campers.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 4607 State Park Ln, Panama City, FL, 32408

St. Andrew State Park Pier, Panama City, FL 32408, USA

Flickr/B A Bowen Photography

Big Shoals is located approximately a mile east of White Springs, FL, and home to the largest whitewater rapids in Florida. If thrill-seekers come at the right time, they can kayak down the Suwanee in class III whitewater rapids. It’s also a beautiful spot just for hiking.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 11330 SE Co Rd 135, White Springs, FL, 32096

Big Shoals State Park, Southeast Co Road 135, White Springs, FL, USA

Flickr/John Wood

This park is perfect for swimming and canoeing, and it’s home to a pancake house with a DIY twist: a griddle in every table allows patrons to flip their own flapjacks. Pancakes and nature? Sounds like easily one of the best state parks in Florida.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 601 Ponce Deleon Blvd, De Leon Springs, FL, 32130

De León Springs State Park, 601 Ponce Deleon Blvd, De Leon Springs, FL 32130, USA

Flickr/Scott Ball for Florida Fish and Wildlife

Some say this is one of the best state parks in Florida simply because of the waterfall. Falling Waters near Chipley, FL, is home to the tallest waterfall (and one of very few, period) in the state of Florida. It can be quite impressive after a heavy rain, as the water rushes down 73 feet of limestone into a huge sinkhole.

Check out more about this Florida state park.

Address: 1130 State Park Rd, Chipley, FL, 32428

Falling Waters State Park, 1130 State Park Rd, Chipley, FL 32428, USA

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Best State Parks In Florida November 02, 2020 Marisa Roman What are the most well-known parks in Florida? There are quite a few scenic parks in Florida that are worth exploring, many of them mentioned in the list above. For instance, Madison Blue Springs State Park is an extremely well-known state park, especially due to the clear blue water and crystal kayaking trails. Another well-known park in Florida that isn’t nature-related is Disney World! Disney World draws in millions of visitors every year and is likely THE most popular park in the state. What is the most scenic outdoor adventure in Florida? Looking to tackle a few outdoor adventures in Florida? You’ve come to the right place. Florida is flush with opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful year-round temperatures and stunning scenery. If you’re feeling adventurous, check out these 16 perfect places to explore the outdoors in Florida. What’s the most beautiful hike in Florida? Hiking in Florida is a coveted hobby for many residents. Once you tackle your first trail, you’ll know exactly why. While choosing the most beautiful hiking trail is pretty subjective, we have a list that includes not one, but 16 different trails to choose from. Take a look at these 16 out-of-this-world hiking spots in Florida.

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Best State Parks In Florida

November 02, 2020

Marisa Roman

What are the most well-known parks in Florida? There are quite a few scenic parks in Florida that are worth exploring, many of them mentioned in the list above. For instance, Madison Blue Springs State Park is an extremely well-known state park, especially due to the clear blue water and crystal kayaking trails. Another well-known park in Florida that isn’t nature-related is Disney World! Disney World draws in millions of visitors every year and is likely THE most popular park in the state. What is the most scenic outdoor adventure in Florida? Looking to tackle a few outdoor adventures in Florida? You’ve come to the right place. Florida is flush with opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful year-round temperatures and stunning scenery. If you’re feeling adventurous, check out these 16 perfect places to explore the outdoors in Florida. What’s the most beautiful hike in Florida? Hiking in Florida is a coveted hobby for many residents. Once you tackle your first trail, you’ll know exactly why. While choosing the most beautiful hiking trail is pretty subjective, we have a list that includes not one, but 16 different trails to choose from. Take a look at these 16 out-of-this-world hiking spots in Florida.

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The OIYS Visitor Center

There are quite a few scenic parks in Florida that are worth exploring, many of them mentioned in the list above. For instance, Madison Blue Springs State Park is an extremely well-known state park, especially due to the clear blue water and crystal kayaking trails. Another well-known park in Florida that isn’t nature-related is Disney World! Disney World draws in millions of visitors every year and is likely THE most popular park in the state.

What is the most scenic outdoor adventure in Florida?

Looking to tackle a few outdoor adventures in Florida? You’ve come to the right place. Florida is flush with opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful year-round temperatures and stunning scenery. If you’re feeling adventurous, check out these 16 perfect places to explore the outdoors in Florida.

What’s the most beautiful hike in Florida?

Hiking in Florida is a coveted hobby for many residents. Once you tackle your first trail, you’ll know exactly why. While choosing the most beautiful hiking trail is pretty subjective, we have a list that includes not one, but 16 different trails to choose from. Take a look at these 16 out-of-this-world hiking spots in Florida.