Apopka, Florida
Top Spots in and near Apopka
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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 -
700-898 South Orlando Avenue, Florida
Paddle Board to Dog Island
Starting at Fort Maitland Park, free entrance and parking, unload your water transport unto the designated area. Be mindful of other people as this is a popular spot to unload big boats as well as small crafts. In general, it is easy to get out of the bay made by the lake on this particular spot,...Read more -
Sanford, Florida
Black Bear Wilderness Area Trail
5.07.13 mi / 121 ft gainBlack Bear Wilderness Area Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Sanford, Florida.Read more -
Orlando, Florida
Little Econ Greenway
4.06.94 mi / 387 ft gainLittle Econ Greenway is a point-to-point trail located near Orlando, Florida. The greenway stretches from Forsyth Road to the Alafaya Trail and has opportunities for fishing, paddling, and picnicking along the route. There are easy parking and stopping points along the route as well such as Econ ...Read more -
Clermont, Florida
Hike the Lake Louisa State Park Trail
4.06.2 mi / 150 ft gainThis trail is accessible to hikers, cyclists, equestrians and dogs. It takes you through open Florida landscape enlivened by wildflowers and also takes you past Dixie and Bear Lakes on the way to the much larger Lake Louisa. The trail is out-and-back, so you can go the whole way or choose do just...Read more -
Oviedo, Florida
Hike through the Econ River Wilderness Area
5.02.6 mi / 26 ft gainThe Econ River Wilderness Trail is a largely unnoticed section of preserved land, although it is just 1.5 miles away from University of Central Florida and nestled between residential communities. This trail might not be the most interesting or dramatic trail in all of Central Florida, but what ...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 -
Paisley, Florida
Hike the St. Francis Yellow Trail
3 mi / 14 ft gainAll of the pictures were taken during the epic collaboration between The Outbound Collective and The North Face in the Basecamp Orlando event. Just an hour north of Orlando lies the expansive, diverse, and beautiful Ocala National Forest. The Ocala National Forest boasts some of the bests hikes ...Read more -
Altoona, Florida
Camp at Alexander Springs
1 mi / 0 ft gainAlexander Springs Recreation Area is an incredible natural area that provides something for any adventure seeker to love. The main attraction here is the beautiful headspring, which is one of the 27 first magnitude springs here in Florida. This spring in particular maintains a cool 72 degrees f...Read more -
Christmas, Florida
Paddle the St. Johns River from East Orlando
Paddling along the St. Johns River is the perfect relaxing escape that lets you see the real Florida. Bring your Kayak, Canoe, or SUP to explore one of the few rivers worldwide that flows North. Just 45 minutes from Downtown Orlando, this adventure is great for someone who either wants to see th...Read more -
5271 Florida 19, Florida
Kayak Silver Glen Springs
4.0Silver Glen Springs is a popular recreational area that has many activities for the entire family. Located in Ocala National Forrest this park sits on a spring leading out to Lake George. You are able rent Kayaks on site and are able to rent them for as long as you would like. There is also a des...Read more -
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Kayak Camp in Canaveral National Seashore
Drive South on Atlantic Avenue in New Smyrna Beach until you see the guard shack. Pay the $5 entrance fee. Parking area #7 is a good place to start. Canoe rentals are available (weather permitting) for campsites #1-#5 only. Canoe rentals are $25 per night and available to individuals 18 years and...Read more -
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Hike the Turtle Mound Trail
1 mi / 35 ft gainAfter first entering Canaveral National Seashore, this is the stop of many hiking options in the park. We walked in toward Mosquito Lagoon and found three well spaced picnic tables and two paths.A path along the lagoon that is well marked to preserve the ecology. We tried this one but it was flo...Read more -
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Camp at Cape Canaveral National Seashore
2.00.5 miWhat could be better than laying on soft sand, listening to the crashing waves, and gazing at Florida's best sun and stars? Cape Canaveral National Seashore has 14 primitive campsites, with only two of them on the beach and the other twelve located on Mosquito Lagoon. This park has a 40-mile st...Read more -
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Hike Castle Windy Trail at Canaveral National Seashore
4.01.4 mi / 5 ft gainPark across the road from the trailhead and visit the Atlantic ocean before crossing onto the Castle Windy Trail. The trail is shaded and a breeze is ever-present. There is a bench halfway down the trail that leads to Mosquito Bay and a picnic area.We saw so many islands in the lagoon that we'll ...Read more -
Brevard County, Florida
Wildlife Photography at Blackpoint Wildlife Drive
5.06 mi / 0 ft gainIf you are looking for a place to capture images of wildlife, especially birds, then the Merritt Island Refuge is the place to go. With many trail options, both hiking and driving, the opportunities for good captures are endless. From the small green herons, to spoonbills, and great herons to ga...Read more
Camping and Lodging in Apopka
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...
Paisley, Florida
Clearwater Lake Rec Area
Overview
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area offers a quiet getaway along the southeastern edge of the Ocala National Forest, just outside th...
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...
DeLand, Florida
River Forest Group Site
Overview
River Forest is a shaded group camping facility on the shores of the St. Johns River in Ocala National Forest. Located just acro...
Kissimmee, Florida
Orlando / Kissimmee KOA Holiday
Location, location, location! The Orlando/Kissimmee KOA is just min-utes from many of the amazing attractions central Florida has to offe...
Altoona, Florida
Alexander Springs Rec Area
Overview
Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest near the beautiful, turquoise waters of Alexander Spri...