Park fee waived to volunteers assisting with cleanup. Check in with park ambassadors to receive materials. Description Join us at Sebastian Inlet State Park on International Coastal Cleanup Day to be ...

The Port Boca Grande Lighthouse, built in 1890, was originally used to safely guide ships into the Charlotte Harbor. The lighthouse is an iron screw pile design with a wood frame and when lit, is ...

Topsail Hill is named for its dunes, which rise like a ship's sails over soft sand beaches and the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Those same white quartz dunes are responsible for a rare ...

This beautiful spring is named for Juan Ponce de León, who led the first Spanish expedition to Florida in 1513 - as legend has it - in search of the fountain of youth. Ponce de Leon Springs' water ...

Mountain bike trails are occasionally closed for maintenance at Oleta River State Park. Check with the ranger station for updated trail availability. We apologize for the inconvenience. The fishing ...

The Florida State Parks Junior Ranger Program provides the opportunity for young people to learn, serve and share Florida's natural and cultural resources. You can either participate in a scheduled ...

We are unable to issue refunds or return tickets for any cancelations due to weather. Step back in time and enjoy the classic mermaid show, but remember this quintessential Old Florida site is also ...

The Virtual Junior Ranger Program is a fun and engaging way to learn about parks and connect to the natural and cultural wonders of Florida. Virtual Junior Rangers can explore parks from anywhere and ...

Florida's 175 state parks, trails and historic sites offer beautiful backdrops for recreational and nature-based photos. This year's photo contest, “Capture the Real Florida”, received numerous ...

Colt Creek State Park includes more than 5,000 acres of native Central Florida habitat, a place to explore the natural communities and wildlife that make our park special. Composed of large strands of ...

To protect our forests, please do not bring your own firewood into the park. The emerald ash borer infestation is spread by moving infested wood to a non-infested area. Wood is available at the park ...

Florida's state parks have plenty of options for camping throughout the state. Full-facility campsites for RVers include water, electricity, a grill and picnic table, along with centralized showers, ...