Florida's coastline offers a treasure trove of beach adventures, with mesmerizing experiences that range from tranquil to adrenaline-pumping. Here, beachgoers are invited to enjoy a serene horseback ride by the surf; explore the colorful underwater world on a wade-in snorkeling expedition; and…
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Located on the Forgotten Coast near Carrabelle in Northwest Florida, Tate's Hell State Forest covers more than 200,000 acres and boasts a staggering number of major habitats, which include wet flatwoods, wet prairie, seepage slope, baygall, floodplain forest, floodplain swamp, basin swamp, upland…
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Chad Crawford and Sandra Friend explore Florida Caverns State Park, discussing the essentials necessary for a safe, serene hike. When's the season to go? October to April is prime time for Florida hikers. And for spring flowers? February and March. Be sure to carry some water, sunblock, a map and…
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Whether you're looking for a great day hike or a rugged week of backpacking, you'll find the St. Marks section of the Florida National Scenic Trail fits the bill perfectly. It's a wild place, south of Tallahassee, hugging the coast as it curves into the panhandle. It's brimming with wildlife and…
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By Kevin Mims Ahh, the Internet. These days, with so much electronic information at our fingertips, it's easy to think that we can find all the answers online. While that may be the case with a lot of subjects, when it comes to planning a hiking trip in Florida, sometimes you really need a book to…
Read MoreFlorida's hiking trails offer wildlife viewing, botanical diversity, and levels of difficulty from beginner to one of the toughest trails in America. By Sandra Friend On my last backpacking trip, my socks melted. Honest. It wasn't the trail's fault. Not directly. I was out with seven friends…
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Florida promises a paradise for cyclists and hikers with a myriad of greenways and trails. Sunshine State pathways include nearly 60 trails transformed from abandoned railroad beds into playgrounds for outdoor enthusiasts, thanks to the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a national non-profit organization…
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Relaxation awaits minutes from the fast-paced action of downtown Orlando. Orlando, known best for Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, draws more than 50 million tourists annually. They visit the area for Central Florida attractions, theme parks, shopping, restaurants and entertainment, epic attractions…
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By Kevin Mims Looking for one of the nicest short hikes in Central Florida? At just under 2.5 miles the Holly Hammock Hiking Trail packs in lots of natural diversity in a short loop. The trail is located at the Ross Prairie Trailhead near Ocala along the Cross Florida Greenway. If you are…
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