Florida’s longest non-motorized trail begins at Big Lagoon State Park in Pensacola to Key West and then up the east coast to the Georgia state line. Changes made to to the 322-page guide include overnight accommodations, including Mexico Beach where one motel is set to reopen in 2020 while another will not be rebuilt in the wake of Hurricane Michael.
Author: Bob Rountree
Torreya State Park: Florida as you never knew it
One of Florida’s oldest state parks sits on a high bluff above the Apalachicola River offering spectacular views — and fall colors!
Suwannee River State Park at the center of adventure
Last updated on December 18th, 2025 at 01:26 pmEditors Note: The campground at Suwannee River State Park is closed for upgrades. We loved camping at Suwannee River State Park, nestled in quiet woods on a high bluff above the junction […]
Watch your step: This beach was for Navy frogmen. Now it’s yours
Avalon State Park is a quiet little beach once alive with Navy “frogmen” who trained here for the D-Day invasion.
Surf Fishing Basics
Surf fishing is a great way to get away from it all — alone or with the entire family. Be prepared with our popular checklist and how-to guide.
7 phone apps for exploring Florida
Your smartphone has never had more tools available to explore Florida’s outdoors.
Camp to fish (kayak or snorkel) on Big Pine Key
Big Pine Key Fishing Lodge and Campground offers a quiet lower Keys alternative to the hustle and bustle of Islamorada and Marathon.
Buying a new RV (A consumer guide)
We just bought our second travel trailer, and after more than 14 years RVing, we’re a lot smarter this time around.
RV accessories: Outfitting your new rig
Your new RV is remarkably ill-equipped when you leave the dealership. You still have to buy accessories and fittings that cost hundreds of dollars.
Wekiva River Basin, stunning preserve for recreation
Not all of Central Florida’s magic is at Disney. North of Orlando is a vast ecological preserve that offers an abundance of recreational opportunities with unique exposure to Florida’s great outdoors.
