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Tomoka State Park: Gateway to the Ormond Scenic Loop

By Bob Rountree Camping in Florida, Fishing in Florida, Kayak, Canoe, Paddle Trails, Northeast Florida

Hidden among the tidal marshes, Tomoka State Park offers a shady campground, miles of paddle trails, biking and hiking, and a productive fishery.

Grant Seafood Festival, March 6-7, 2021

By Bob Rountree Festivals, Florida Seafood

The Grant Seafood Festival is put on by community volunteers and has been held every year since 1966 in this riverside enclave between Melbourne and Sebastian.

Lithia Springs: Camp at this cool, secluded park near Tampa

By Bob Rountree Camping in Florida, Florida's Springs, Tampa Bay

Tucked into a corner of Hillsborough County is a quiet, well-shaded campground that packs a lot of nature into a small 160-acre preserve along the Alafia River.

Barefoot on Hutchinson Island: Some of the best beaches in Florida

By Bob Rountree Beaches in Florida, Scenic drives, Southeast Florida

Hutchinson Island has an abundance of pristine beaches with easy public access, the way Atlantic beaches used to be. You remember the days — when you could just pull off State Road A1A almost anywhere, park on the sand and stroll through the dunes to the ocean.

Coming to Florida in your RV? Take a break after crossing the state line

By Bob Rountree Camping in Florida, Northeast Florida, Northwest Florida

Crossing the Florida state line is something to cheer about, but there’s a lot more road ahead. Here are a few suggestions for overnight stays at these RV campgrounds.

Corbett and Dupuis wildlife areas excel for nature hikes, free camping

By Bob Rountree Parks, Forests & Preserves, Camping in Florida, Southeast Florida

Nature hikes, free camping, off-road bicycling, fishing and paddling are fabulous in this pair of magical wildlife areas in the far reaches of Palm Beach County

Florida State Fair, Tampa, Feb. 11-22, 2021

By Bob Rountree Festivals, Tampa Bay

TAMPA — The Florida State Fair marks its 114th year. Our annual guide includes campground and lodging links with a full menu of things to do nearby.

Swim, Spot, Swim! Dog beaches in Florida

By Bob Rountree Beaches in Florida, Florida Roundups

Not every beach in Florida is pet-friendly, but there may be one near you. You might be surprised by our statewide list.

Florida Strawberry Festival: March 4-14, 2021

By Bob Rountree Festivals, Orlando/Central Florida, Tampa Bay

Reba, Neil McCoy, Patti LaBelle, Josh Turner, Lynyrd Skynyrd headline 2020 Florida Strawberry Festival

Harvest Festivals, Rodeos, Agritourism Events in Florida

By Bob Rountree Festivals, Florida Roundups

Florida communities celebrate harvests throughout the year in Florida — tropical fruits in summer, fruits and vegetables in winter, sweet corn and berries in the spring and a variety of crops in fall. Join the party!