The pilot program may be extended to other crowded state parks if successful. You can purchase passes up to 60 days in advance.
Florida State Parks
Stories about Florida State Parks
Articles about Florida State Parks include camping, kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing, hiking and bicycle riding.
Grayton Beach State Park: Camping, cabins on one of America’s top beaches
Grayton Beach State Park is one of the crown jewels of the Florida State Parks system, and its beach, campground and cabins are coastal treasures.
Florida cabin rentals in state parks: Like camping, but with comfort
One of the best places to enjoy nature is in a cabin in a Florida state park. But the cabins book up fast, so you have to plan ahead. Our guide explains which parks have cabins, what they offer and what they cost.
Ravine Gardens State Park in Palatka: Azaleas bloom in spring; beauty year-round
Ravine Gardens State Park in spring is a spectacular sight as azaleas and other flowers bloom. The park has a fascinating history & beautiful trails.
Long Key State Park: 3 walk-in beach tent sites and a fabulous park for fishing, kayaking
Once the site of a luxury resort for the rich and famous, Long Key State Park is a terrific place to spend a few hours hiking, beachcombing, swimming, snorkeling and kayaking in the Florida Keys. There are even three walk-in tent camping sites.
Firefly nights at Blue Spring State Park 2025: March 14 – April 6, 2025
Fireflies in Florida? It’s a thing! Blue Spring State Park offers special viewing in spring ‘firefly season.’