The winter holidays are different in balmy Florida, but you might be surprised that you CAN hike into the woods and cut down a Christmas tree. In fact, it’s only $10 and you can also explore beautiful Ocala National Forest.
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Rodman Campground, gateway to the Cross Florida Greenway
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St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge is a beauty for lighthouse, views, butterflies, flamingo
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