One of Florida’s original state parks, O’Leno State Park is a wonderland of forest trails and mysterious lakes. The densely wooded campground erases all reminders of civilization, a serene haven not far from busy Interstate 75.
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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.
Planning your Florida camping trip
Camping veterans know that planning a successful Florida camping trip in any season, but especially the busy winter season, takes advance planning and a lot of patience.
Gold Head Branch State Park: Unsung treasure with cabins, camping not far from Gainesville
Gold Head Branch State Park has long been on my radar, a small dot on the map with a curious name in the middle of nowhere — yet close enough to Gainesville to be a camping option on game weekends. (We found dozens of campsite and cabin openings for every game this year.)
Affordable camping found in Florida’s beautiful county parks
County park campgrounds are increasingly on our radar as campers get shut out of crowded state parks or face skyrocketing rates at private campgrounds.