Category: Florida

Historic El Retiro mansion Mediterranean-style building with stucco walls and an oak tree in front.

Dec 24 2025

Beyond the Carillon: El Retiro Tour at Bok Tower Gardens

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While the carillon tower is the undisputed star, the El Retiro Tour at Bok Tower Gardens offers a completely different, intimate perspective on the gardens’ history. The...

A scenic view of the Peace River with reflections of green trees and blue sky at Paynes Creek State Historic Park.

Dec 12 2025

Florida

Paynes Creek Historic State Park: A Journey Through Florida’s Forgotten Frontier

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Forget the Florida of sprawling resort communities and congested coastlines. Go inland, to an area where saw palmetto rustling takes one into tales of hardship,...

Wide view of Paynes Prairie with greenery and a tree in the foreground, under a clear blue sky.

Nov 07 2025

Florida

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park: A Must-Stop for Your Florida RV Road Trip

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Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is one of our go-to spots for nature, wildlife, and splendid views. In Micanopy, Florida, we stayed a few nights...

Scenic river view at San Marcos de Apalache with driftwood in the foreground, sparkling water under a blue sky, and distant tree line.

Oct 31 2025

Florida

Exploring San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park: Journey into Florida’s Rich History

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You know, when we explored San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park recently, it was like stepping into a time machine. This spot, where the...

Oct 24 2025

Florida

Exploring Wakulla Springs State Park: A Hidden Gem in Florida’s Nature

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Going on a Forgotten Coast tour through Florida feels like stepping into another time, where nature, history, and wildlife all come together. During this adventure,...

A reflective river surrounded by a forest in late autumn, with leafless trees and scattered fall colors.

Oct 17 2025

Florida

Camping at Manatee Springs State Park: Florida’s Hidden Oasis on the Nature Coast

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After a long southern road trip, we were on the lookout for a refreshing escape to a crystal-clear spring, and Manatee Springs State Park was...

Calm river at Hillsborough River State Park with trees and palm fronds reflecting on the water.

Oct 10 2025

Florida

Hidden Oasis Near Tampa: Best Things to Do at Hillsborough River State Park

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Only 30 minutes away from downtown Tampa Hillsborough River State Park is a natural getaway filled with swaying palmettos, a river that rushes over old...

a serene pond surrounded by lush vegetation. The clear, turquoise water reveals some aquatic plants near the bottom. A wooden dock with metal railings extends into the water on the right side. In the background, a line of trees with autumn foliage lines the far side of the pond. A grassy area leads up to a wooden bridge, partially visible in the distance, crossing over the pond. The sky is clear, and the scene is bathed in warm, late afternoon sunlight.

Aug 22 2025

Florida

Our Florida Caverns Adventure: Camping, Caves, and Natural Wonders

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If you’re like us—forever on the lookout for those perfect getaways that balance chill camping vibes with the natural world’s best offerings—then Florida Caverns State...

On the Emerald Coast the sky is filled with vibrant colors, transitioning from deep blue at the top to rich orange and yellow near the horizon where the sun is setting. Wispy clouds stretch across the sky, picking up hues of pink and purple. The gentle waves of the ocean extend toward the sandy shore, with white sea foam visible at the water's edge. The overall atmosphere is tranquil and picturesque.

Aug 15 2025

Florida, National Monuments Memorials & Preserves

Emerald Coast Travel Guide: Adventures on Florida’s Wild Side

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On a recent road trip through the South, we discovered Florida’s Emerald Coast. A stretch of coastline that runs like a ribbon along the Gulf...

Hello, I'm Wendy, and I started Travel the Parks to document our journeys to the different National Parks across the country. We began sharing our vacations with family and friends. We have expanded it to cover all national park units, state parks, and other destinations we've visited. On our website, we post our travels, tips, and itineraries from all the parks we visit. We also share our love of fishing rivers, lakes and streams. We hope to travel throughout the year now that we have a travel trailer. Every National Park unit sign serves as our signature in a picture. Because of the blog, I hope to make trip planning easier for others.

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Category: Florida

Beyond the Carillon: El Retiro Tour at Bok Tower Gardens

Paynes Creek Historic State Park: A Journey Through Florida’s Forgotten Frontier

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park: A Must-Stop for Your Florida RV Road Trip

Exploring San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park: Journey into Florida’s Rich History

Exploring Wakulla Springs State Park: A Hidden Gem in Florida’s Nature

Camping at Manatee Springs State Park: Florida’s Hidden Oasis on the Nature Coast

Hidden Oasis Near Tampa: Best Things to Do at Hillsborough River State Park

Our Florida Caverns Adventure: Camping, Caves, and Natural Wonders

Emerald Coast Travel Guide: Adventures on Florida’s Wild Side