This little-known Florida state park features more diverse and extensive examples of the region's flora and fauna than any ...

The park is open from 8 a.m. to sunset every day. Since Florida's weather can get hot and muggy in the summer, early spring and late fall are some of the best times to explore Myakka River State Park.

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 ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...