That’s Myakka River State Park in Sarasota – a slice of wild Florida so breathtaking it feels like you’ve wandered into a nature documentary that somehow has alligators, airboats, and Spanish moss all ...

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Home to four ecosystems and countless endangered species, Highlands Hammock State Park’s origin is a story of grass-roots ...

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While millions flock to Florida’s famous theme parks and crowded beaches, a select few in-the-know travelers escape to Cayo Costa State Park, a slice of old Florida that remains blissfully untouched ...

Known as the "Mountains of Florida" thanks to its ravines and hills, Torreya State Park in northern Florida is a popular ...

Astronomy lovers don't need to head out West to find dark skies. This Florida state park is perfect for a serene night of ...

This type of camping unicorn exists, and we’ve found some of the best campgrounds in the U.S. where you can enjoy a next-level getaway while reveling in some of our country’s most resplendent ...

Something sent monkeys at a Florida state park cannonballing into the water earlier this month, and a woman on a kayaking trip captured the hilarious moment on camera. Trenda Kitchen was kayaking at ...

A kayaker in Silver Springs State Park had her peaceful day interrupted by cannonballing rhesus macaques Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work ...

Florida State confirmed Monday that it will continue to support embattled coach Mike Norvell during the 2025 season amid the program's continued ACC struggles. Athletic director Michael Alford did ...