Camping in Florida

sunset from the amelia river campground at fort clinch

8 inviting campgrounds at Florida State Parks along I-95

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

Looking for a camp easily accessible from Interstate 95? These scenic Florida State Parks offer well-maintained campgrounds for your tent or RV.

Fabulous Florida wilderness camping: Paddling Flamingo to Cape Sable

By Bonnie Gross Camping in Florida, Everglades, Southeast Florida

Cape Sable is 11 miles from Flamingo, the end of the road in Everglades National Park. It’s a wild and wonderful destination for a canoe/kayak camping adventure.

Best 15 campgrounds near Daytona — plus some awesome secrets

By Bob Rountree Camping in Florida, Northeast Florida

The best Daytona Beach campgrounds are down the road and behind the trees, hidden from view and friendly to wildlife. They offer paddling, nature hikes, off-road cycling and fishing in the authentic Florida we’ve come to love.

Peanut Island and its gorgeous blue-green clear water. (Photo: David Blasco)

Peanut Island: Exceptional park for snorkeling, camping, kayaking

By Bonnie Gross Southeast Florida, Camping in Florida, Kayak, Canoe, Paddle Trails, Snorkeling

Peanut Island, reached only by boat in Riviera Beach, has clear turquoise water full of visible sea life. It’s great for a picnic at the beach — even camping. It’s an exceptional county park.

North Beach lifeguard station at Fort DeSoto

Fort De Soto Park: Tampa Bay treasure delivers

By Bob Rountree Tampa Bay, Beaches in Florida, Camping in Florida, Kayak, Canoe, Paddle Trails, Southwest Florida

There are few parks in Florida with as much to offer as Pinellas County’s Fort DeSoto Park. And no park in the state, not even Everglades National Park, attracts as many visitors.

5 campgrounds in Florida’s Panhandle worth exploring

By Bob Rountree Camping in Florida, Northwest Florida, Parks, Forests & Preserves, The Panhandle

Campgrounds in Florida’s Panhandle offer a taste of the seasons without summer’s crush of visitors from Southern states. Don’t expect beach weather, but it’s easier to book a campsite.

Princess Place Preserve: The historic lodge is surrounded by majestic oaks and overlooks beautiful Pellicer Creek. (Photo: Bonnie Gross)

Princess Place: 6 reasons to go off-the-beaten track to discover this preserve

By Bonnie Gross Northeast Florida, Bike & Hike Trails, Cabins, Unique Lodging, Camping in Florida

Princess Place Preserve is a big, scenic park with miles of hiking, excellent tent camping, comfy cabins and a historic buiding with an intriguing story. Flagler County is full of great parks, but this one, in an out-of-the-way location, is worth discovering.