Visiting and camping Kolomoki Mounds State Park was certainly a different and interesting experience. I will admit, I was not expecting much from this park, yet I was about to be pleasantly surprised! This park has so much to offer in terms of camping amenities, so much history, and so many activities to do! In …
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The Rainbow River is one of the better-known rivers in Florida. Popular for tubing, it is also a great place to snorkel, dive, kayak, and swim. While there are many places to stay near the Rainbow River, we spent three nights camping at Rainbow River State Park. In this article, I summarize our experience in …
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Introduction Florida is a popular spot for camping during the winter months, when residents and out-of-state outdoor lovers flock to the mild temperatures of this southern state. And there is a reason for that. Camping in Florida during the summer can be, well, brutal. Heat index can go well over the 100F mark. For that …
Here’s a no-secret: Florida summers are HOT! Cooling off in Florida’s springs is by far one of our favorite summer activities. If you want to go camping with your kids during the summer in Florida, then Hart Springs Park should be at the top of your list! In this article, I summarize what to expect …
If you are planning a camping trip to the Florida panhandle, then staying at Three Rivers State Park is one of your options. Yet, you are probably wondering about the conditions of the park after being hard-hit by Hurricane Michael in 2018. In this article, I summarize what you can expect camping at this Florida …
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If you live in Florida or are considering visiting, hopefully, you have heard about our springs. These refreshing bodies of clear water are particularly great to visit during the summer! If you are trying to decide where to take your family for an outdoor adventure this summer, then check out this list of the 10 …
Visiting Florida’s state parks provides unmatched opportunities to experience Florida with your family. While day visits are nice, spending a night or two in the parks will allow you to relax and further explore Florida’s nature and history. The easiest way to accomplish this is to stay in park cabins. In this guide, I provide …
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If you have been thinking about camping in Southwest Florida, then you have probably heard of Collier-Seminole State Park. It is one of the few State Parks in this neck of the woods where camping is allowed! Yet I must admit that, despite having lived in Naples since 2012, I had only visited this park …
We spent three nights camping at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park, and if I had to summarize our stay in this place in one word it would be this: peaceful. In this article, I share our experience and tips to plan and enjoy your visit to this isolated beauty. Camping at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State …
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We spent a few days camping at Silver Springs State Park with our two little kids. In this article, I summarize what you can expect to find, activities you cannot miss, and some tips to get the most out of your stay! Our general camping strategy is to camp in parks with springs in the …
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