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What It’s Really Like Camping at Bahia Honda State Park
Set your expectations: Bahia Honda State Park is not a resort-style experience. Beauty comes at a cost!
Lisa Kelley, Native Floridian
Jan 17 min read


Cool Florida History in Apalachicola: Visiting the John Gorrie Museum
Explore the John Gorrie Museum State Park in Apalachicola and learn how one doctor’s invention of ice-making changed the world.
Lisa Kelley, Native Floridian
Aug 18, 20252 min read


Marinas, Reefs & Wonders Beneath: Exploring Florida’s Only Underwater State Park
We weren’t quite sure what to expect when we decided to bring our boat to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park , but we were up for the adventure. Tucked away in Key Largo, this park had been on our radar for a while—Florida’s only underwater state park sounded too unique to pass up. With snorkel gear packed and a healthy dose of curiosity, we were ready to see what hidden treasures the reef had in store. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is more than just a scenic boating
Lisa Kelley, Native Floridian
Apr 6, 20254 min read


Freezing in Florida: A Tent Camping Story
January in Florida usually means mild breezes and sunny afternoons, but this year was anything but typical. We didn't let the unexpected arctic blast arriving on January 10th change our plans. Instead, we loaded up our tent camping gear—and an entire truckload of firewood—for what would become one of our favorite winter camping destinations. Located on the East Coast of Florida, just an hour south of Jacksonville, and 45 minutes North of Daytona, Faver-Dykes State Park is loc
Lisa Kelley, Native Floridian
Jan 13, 20254 min read


Florida Winter Camping with Beach Access
Fort Clinch State Park cold weather camping at the beach.
Lisa Kelley, Native Floridian
Sep 1, 20242 min read
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