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Explore this seaside playground for camping, kayaking, hiking, beaches
The Talbot Islands harbor an awesome collection of state parks and wildlife preserves south of Amelia Island with striking beaches, historic forts and plantations, backcountry kayaking, off-road trails and camping.
Six things not to miss at McKee Botanical Garden in Vero Beach
McKee Botanical Garden in Vero Beach is a gem to discover. Once a top roadside attraction, go for its water lilies, Old Florida buildings and gorgeous vistas. A once-a-year waterlily festival, celebrating peak bloom for the lilies, is June 14.
Washington Oaks: Gardens plus unusual beach
I loved discovering this hidden gem near St. Augustine. It has two sides along scenic A1A: A historic oak-shaded formal garden on the west side and a beach with fantastically shaped coquina rocks to the east.
Beach horseback riding in Florida: 6 places to check this off your bucket list
If riding a horse through sand and surf is your dream, here are a half dozen places in Florida that can make that dream come true. Riding opportunities are located on both coasts as well as in northern and southern Florida.
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.