It is November and another sea turtle nesting season has come to an end in Florida. Most of the nests have hatched and the adult turtles are migrating back to their feeding grounds. Some will travel ...

When Hugh Taylor Birch purchase the land that is now the state park, naysayers could not foresee the economic significance of owning a piece of the barrier island. The sandy soil made it unsuitable ...

With over 28 miles of trails, Big Shoals State Park offers opportunities to hike, bike, walk, run or generally experience this amazing place. The public lands around Big Shoals are managed by multiple ...

The history of Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park is fascinating, from when the limestone rock was formed to the more recent discoveries that have helped to protect this site for future generations ...

It was clear from an early age that Marjory Stoneman Douglas was going to be a voice for those who needed her. Marjory Stoneman was born in Minnesota and raised in Massachusetts. She was a voracious ...

Over a length of nearly 600 feet, the Suwannee River loses 10 feet of elevation. That’s 1 foot down for every 60 linear feet as one travels downriver. Though this may not sound like much, when the ...

Florida is home to an incredible diversity of plant and animal species. Many of our native critters have a tough reputation. Whether foreign or familiar, we’re here to debunk some of the ...

One of the few untouched islands along the Gulf Coast, Caladesi Island State Park is accessible only by boat, but is worth the extra effort. Whether it is a stroll along the island’s pristine beaches ...

The pool is closed until further notice. Just minutes from downtown Tampa, this diverse park offers a refuge from city life with seven miles of nature trails and wonderful wildlife viewing. Come visit ...

Effective April 9, 2024: Erosion and sand migration have separated the northernmost mile of the Honeymoon Island State Park sandspit from the main island, forming a temporary cut. Erosion and sand ...

The Port Boca Grande Lighthouse, built in 1890, was originally used to safely guide ships into the Charlotte Harbor. The lighthouse is an iron screw pile design with a wood frame and when lit, is ...

Effective May 11, 2023: Drinking water is temporarily unavailable at Myakka River State Park. Please remember to bring your own water. Bottled water is also available at no cost at the ranger station ...