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Lee, Florida
Swim and Cliff Jump at Madison Blue Springs
4.6This natural spring is easily one of the best hidden gems in Florida. The pool of water is crystal clear for swimming, scuba-diving, and jumping in from off on a cliff to the side. The water is also about 70 degrees - a perfect compliment to the hot, humid climate of Florida. A rip current in the...Read more -
High Springs, Florida
Swim at Ginnie Springs
4.6A few hours north and many worlds away from Disney, the Santa Fe River winds its way through the woods of north central Florida, headed for the Suwannee River. This is the real Florida. Although the river is dark during most of the year (except the dry summer months), there are dozens of crystal ...Read more -
O'Brien, Florida
Snorkel at Ichetucknee Blue Hole
4.8At Ichetucknee Springs State Park, there are 2 main entrances - to get to Blue Hole (aka Jug Hole), go to the NORTH entrance. This is also where the main headspring is. If you accidentally go to the south entrance, you are only a few miles away, don't worry! Ask for directions at the guard shack....Read more -
Apopka, Florida
Kayak Extreme Emerald Cut
3.0Start at King's Landing. Here you can either drop your own kayaks in or choose to rent. Kayak/Canoe rentals are $30 for the day. Using your own kayak is $20, if you choose to have them pick you up at Wekiva Springs and shuttle you back. During summer months, get there early (before 11), as they t...Read more -
Saint Petersburg, Florida
Exploring the Ruins of Fort Dade
5.0Egmont Key Sate Park is only accessibly by boat, so be sure to book ahead if you need a ride. Several tour companies offer relatively cheap rides to and from the island, paired with snorkeling excursions at the ruins on the west side of the island.The island ferry departs from Fort De Soto State ...Read more -
Sarasota, Florida
Kayak the South Lido Mangrove Tunnels
4.8Before entering South Lido County Park, take a left turn on Taft Drive for the kayak launch area. Parking is available at the end of the road. Multiple companies offer kayak and stand up paddle (SUP) rentals and tours at the launch site, but feel free to bring your own. Launch your kayak or SUP b...Read more -
Vernon, Florida
Paddle to Cypress Spring
3.81 miStarting at Cotton Landing, you paddle about a quarter of a mile downstream until you encounter the spring run to the right/north. Another tenth of a mile or so up the run will take you to one of the most beautiful spring-fed swimming holes you will ever find. Fed by a 2nd magnitude spring, this ...Read more -
Crystal River, Florida
Kayak & Swim with Manatees at Three Sisters Spring
4.8When the ocean becomes too cold for the manatees, they take refuge in the 70 degree water at Three Sisters Spring. So, the best time to see the manatees in the spring is just after a cold front has come through. We also learned that they will swim back out to the ocean before low tide to avoid be...Read more -
High Springs, Florida
Dive Devil's Spring System: Eye and Ear
5.0Nestled on the banks of the Santa Fe River, at the end of a long country road, six springs add a burst of clear water to the dark, winding river. These springs make up a park called "Ginnie Springs," a popular place for both locals and international visitors - and it's not just the clear water an...Read more -
Key West, Florida
Camp and Explore Dry Tortugas National Park
4.5Dry Tortugas National Park is one of the most remote National Parks you can visit. Located 70 miles off the coast of Key West, FL it is accessible via commercial ferry, sea plane, or private boat.Our family of 5 camped for two nights in the campground on Garden Key. We snorkeled, swam, explored h...Read more -
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Explore Guana State Park & Wild Life Preserve
5.0From the parking lot, which has a $3 entrance fee per car, you walk to the trail head and grab a small pocket sized map that does a good job of showing markers and mapping out the different path ways. This park has around 15 miles of regular trails and 25 when it's not hunting season. You can wal...Read more -
Orange City, Florida
Swim with Manatees in Blue Spring State Park
4.3Located near Orange City, Florida, Blue Spring State Park is the largest spring on St. Johns River. Here you can come in and rent full snorkel gear (snorkel, mask, flippers), tubes to lazy river down if that's more your style and many other activities. At the website you can see all that the pa...Read more -
Fernandina Beach, Florida
Camp on Amelia Island
4.5Amelia Island is a small island near Fernandina Beach, Florida, and is one of the few places left where you can camp right on the beach for free. Although, if you wish to drive your car on the beach during peak season in the summer or a holiday weekend, you will have to purchase a permit for $5 f...Read more -
Williston, Florida
Snorkel & Dive at Devil's Den
4.6Located in central Florida, this prehistoric spring is a MUST to add on your bucket list. Devil’s Den is a cave that has an underground spring inside. The spring is crystal clear and is a stable 72 degrees F year round. This spot is well known to local divers as it’s depth is 200 feet. Open swimm...Read more -
Sebring, Florida
Hike the Ancient Hammock Trail
5.00.6 miHighlands Hammock State Park is one of the best places in all of Florida! There are multiple trails to choose from, but if you want to see ancient oak trees in a quintessential swamp then the Ancient Hammock Trail is your best bet. The boardwalk meanders through the swampy forest and you can be o...Read more -
West Palm Beach, Florida
Snorkel at Blue Heron Bridge
4.7Phil Foster Park has a large parking lot, but on weekends or during peak hours looking for a spot can get competitive, so leave yourself a little extra time to meet your target "in the water" time. If you're like me and you don't have your own snorkel gear, rentals are available from the Force-E ...Read more
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Escape to the Sunshine
VISIT FLORIDA, serves as Florida's official source for travel planning. What can be discovered beyond Florida’s 825 miles of beaches? How about 320 freshwater springs, 175 state parks, infinite mangrove tunnels and hidden caverns. Let your adventure begin. Follow Your Sunshine.
Camping and Lodging in Florida
Okeechobee, Florida
Okeechobee KOA Resort
The largest KOA with a golf course, Okeechobee teems with fun-filled amenities and activities for families and entire rallies. This campg...
St. Augustine Beach, Florida
St. Augustine Beach KOA Holiday
You're well-situated to explore the historic city of St. Augustine from this campground on Anastasia Island. Visit the Fountain of Youth ...
Alva, Florida
W.P. Franklin N
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Visitors flock to W.P. Franklin Campground for its well-kept facilities and location on the Caloosahatchee River, where campers ...
Apopka, Florida
Orlando NW / Orange Blossom KOA Journey
Avoid the traffic and just sit back and relax at this conveniently located KOA on US 441 (West Orange Blossom Trail), only a half-mile fr...
Altoona, Florida
Lake Dorr Cabin
Overview
Lake Dorr Cabin is set along the south shore of beautiful Lake Dorr, ideal for a family getaway. The cabin is open year-round an...
Silver Springs, Florida
Lake Shore Group Camp
Overview
Lake Shore Group Campground sits on the north shore of Fore Lake in Ocala National Forest. It is a favorite for scout, church an...
