The Legislature's budget-writing Joint Finance Committee has approved increases in camping fees and state park vehicle ...

When thinking of Florida, cool, sun-drenched college towns, beach-filled islands, or the quirky towns of stunning Key West often spring to mind. However, that's not all that Florida has to offer ...

Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will sign into law a bill passed this session to protect Florida's 175 state parks from development such as golf courses, pickleball and tennis courts, and luxury lodges.

Florida Single Snappy fireflies illuminate in this photo made by combining multiple exposures into one frame during a firefly nights event at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City on March 17 ...

It's been 125 years since Interstate State Park opened followed by 49 others that have helped preserve views and provide ...

Hikers walk along Horne Creek where recent stream restoration has been done during the First Day Hike at Pilot Mountain State Park's Yadkin Islands Trail on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025.

With over 175 state parks in Florida, it shouldn’t come as any surprise that the Pensacola area has three in its own backyard.. Perdido Key State Park boasts over 290 acres of Perdido Key’s ...

Beginning March 12, 2025, Wekiwa Springs State Park will implement a reservation pilot program. All day-use park guests, including annual passholders, must have a reservation for entry to the park.

My first visit to a Florida state park was Cayo Costa State Park in March 2014. It's on a barrier island with boat-only access. The pristine nature of this island is what we need to preserve.

Lu the hippopotamus died June 8 at Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Born at the San Diego Zoo, Lu arrived at Homosassa in 1964. He was 65. The hippo starred in several movies ...

This Florida State Park Looks Like North Carolina — With Waterfalls, Beautiful Hiking Trails, and One of the Rarest Trees in the World. Here's everything you need to know before planning a trip ...

VOLUSIA, Fla. — Blue Spring State Park is celebrating Manatee Monday, announcing a current manatee count of 804! WATCH CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS. Blue Spring has been a major home for the gentle ...