Campers get a front-row seat to the passage of yachts, sailboats and trawlers crossing Florida through locks at three Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds.
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Florida is blessed with amazing public parks with campgrounds. While our award-winning state parks get most of the attention, dozens of county-operated parks slip under the radar. County parks are often more available, accessible and near fun things to do. […]
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Claw your way to the 2026 Naples Stone Crab Festival Oct. 23-25
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Cedar Key Seafood Festival: Oct. 17-18, 2026
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