Gov. DeSantis has signed a measure to protect Florida’s 175 state parks from development such as golf courses, luxury lodges and pickleball courts.

Myakka River State Park is one of my favorite places to visit when I am in Florida. I usually come down from Michigan between January and April, so I try to make the most of my time while I am here.

There are 175 state parks and trails in Florida, ranging from beaches and springs to scenic trails and historic sites. Find a park at FloridaStateParks.org. Use interactive map to find a park in a ...

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