This paved bike trail system has it all — spectacular scenery, a smooth paved surface with few road crossings and great amenities and stops along the way. And it keeps getting better. The final northern segment to downtown Sarasota is now open.
Author: Bob Rountree and Bonnie Gross
Snorkeling, kayaking, camping at Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
Snorkel, dive or ride a glass-bottom boat to view coral reefs at what many consider Florida’s #1 state park. There’s kayaking and camping, too!
License-free fishing over two weekends in June: One salt, one fresh
June is the time to pull out your fishing gear and fish in saltwater one weekend and freshwater the next — no license required.
12 prime launch points for kayaks, SUPs in the Keys
Life doesn’t get much better than a day of kayaking in the Florida Keys. Here are 12 of our favorite outings.
Florida residents enjoy a 30-day advantage booking campsites in state parks
Florida residents can book campsites up to 11 months in advance, while non-residents only get a 10-month window.
8 of our favorite things to do in the Florida Keys
Soft and steady breezes in the Florida Keys can take the edge off the hot sun, making these islands a great destination no matter the time of year.
Flagler Beach: A whale of an Old Florida beach town
An Old Florida beach town with lots of charm, without high-rise condos or pesky parking meters. Join us for dining, camping, kayaking and enjoying all the things to do in Flagler Beach.
7 outdoor things to do in Florida
Our editors pull together 7 of their favorite outdoor things to do in Florida.
5 ways to explore Florida’s Ten Thousand Islands
Vast and remote, the Ten Thousand Islands off Florida’s southwest coast seems challenging to visit, a labyrinth of twisting channels through thousands of remote mangrove islands.
Our favorite crab shacks and fish houses
Fresh Florida seafood is best enjoyed in an authentic Florida fish shack, ideally with an outdoor deck overlooking the water. Here are a few of our favorites.