| Florida state parks camping opportunities are not to be | | | | Where to Begin Your Search for Florida State Parks |
| missed if you are looking for an amazing opportunity to | | | | Camping Sites |
| ensure the benefits of the Florida weather and diverse | | | | As noted Florida state park camping opportunities are |
| ecosystems. Florida state parks camping is an activity | | | | quite varied with the larger parks including modern |
| the entire family can enjoy, even the dog. Avid | | | | conveniences such as cabins, RV parking and even |
| campers know that this is the way to get away from | | | | laundry and bathing facilities. What follows is a small |
| the frustrations of everyday life and the hustle that | | | | listing of some of the more popular sites with details |
| often accompanies vacations to the more heavily | | | | which may assist you in deciding what is best for your |
| marketed tourist destinations where most travelers | | | | upcoming vacation experience. I highly recommend you |
| know and visit. | | | | spend a few hours online and involve yourself and |
| When scouting for uniqueness you will discover | | | | your traveling partners before making that final |
| opportunities for your personal family event abound in | | | | decision. You won't be disappointed. |
| state parks, so consider enjoying the quietness of | | | | Cayo Costa State Park near Ft. Myers is accessible |
| Florida state park camping when planning your Florida | | | | only by private boat or ferry. The park boasts nine |
| vacation. | | | | miles of beautiful beaches, acres of pine forests, |
| Things to Consider When Planning a Camping Trip In | | | | oak-palm hammocks and mangrove swamps. It is |
| Florida | | | | located on a barrier island and can truly be called a |
| When looking at Florida state parks camping | | | | Gulf Coast paradise. For campers there are primitive |
| opportunities there are a few things to keep in mind | | | | cabins and tent spaces. In addition to the usual fishing, |
| and consider. First and foremost is the weather. | | | | swimming and shelling available this unique island park |
| Depending upon what area and time of year you plan | | | | has an amphitheater which provides educational |
| to visit the Sunshine State the weather varies from | | | | programs about the island's ecology and history. |
| chilly (below freezing nights for a few days each | | | | Econfina River State Park located along the northern |
| winter in the north) to very warm (mid nineties during | | | | Gulf Coast in northern Taylor County. With 4,543 |
| the southern summertime) and unpleasantly humid. | | | | acres and nine miles of wooded trails visitors have |
| Most of the year, however, the weather is perfect for | | | | plenty of opportunity to explore by hiking or horseback. |
| enjoying the outdoors and camping. | | | | Kayakers and canoers will enjoy the river as it |
| Nearly as important as time of year when looking at | | | | traverses through pine flatwoods, oaks and palm |
| Florida camping is location. There are about 50 state | | | | forests eventually emptying into the Gulf of Mexico 2.2 |
| parks listed as "Full Facilities" and more than 100 with | | | | miles south of the park's boat ramp. Two small |
| limited or no facilities. Many also have cabins available if | | | | "efficiency style" rental units are available. Florida state |
| tenting isn't your style. These parks are scattered | | | | park campers are reminded that all plants, animals and |
| throughout Florida with parks such as Lafayette Blue | | | | cultural features in the park are protected. Visitors are |
| Springs Park located in the more forested | | | | asked to take nothing but photographs. |
| northeastern region to John Pennekamp Coral Reef | | | | John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park located off |
| State Park (first underwater state park) located in the | | | | the coast of Key Largo in the Florida Keys is the first |
| southern region just north of Key Largo in the Florida | | | | underwater park in the U.S. The park encompasses |
| Keys. | | | | about 70 nautical square miles with the reefs located |
| How do you enjoy being touched by nature? With | | | | between 3 and 8 miles offshore. Snorkeling, boating |
| such diversity available year round Florida state parks | | | | and scuba tours are offered. The reefs are protected |
| camping allows you to enjoy a sub-tropical paradise | | | | and are shallow with an average depth of 5 to 15 feet |
| with fishing and swimming in the Atlantic Ocean or Gulf | | | | for the snorkelers and up to 45 feet for scuba divers. |
| of Mexico or you can follow a more traditional forest | | | | For the landlubbers mangrove swamps and tropical |
| style camping with or without lakes or rivers. | | | | hammocks in the park's upland areas offer visitors |
| What to Consider In a Camping Location | | | | unique experiences. |
| So gather your family and friends and make your | | | | Lafayette Blue Springs State Park located on the |
| plans now to visit and campout at one of Florida's | | | | Suwannee River 7 miles west of Mayo in Florida's |
| greatest treasures. Considering today's economy | | | | northeast region has attracted people for thousands of |
| experiencing Florida state parks camping is an | | | | years. Bird watchers and camera buffs may be |
| affordable way to keep the entire family entertained. | | | | treated to viewing incredible Red-Shouldered Hawks, |
| The four parks listed above are offered just to peak | | | | Pileated Woodpeckers and Barred Owls. Swimmers |
| your interest with a variety of unique opportunities | | | | and snorkelers can cool off in the spring on a hot day. |
| found only in the Sunshine State. And you can see the | | | | If you are a certified cave diver plan to enjoy the |
| offerings vary immensely depending upon the location. | | | | underwater caves. For Florida state park camping |
| Once you have compiled your list of camping | | | | campers there is a walk-in campground (tents only) |
| opportunities, remember to look closely at what these | | | | available or rent one of the five fully-furnished cabins. |
| Florida state park camping sites offer. | | | | Visitors can also enter the park by boat from the |
| For your special outdoor events be sure to investigate | | | | Suwannee River. |
| the local plant life which can be very important for a | | | | The visitor center boasts several small saltwater |
| healthy and memorable experience. This is especially | | | | aquariums with many live examples of reef creatures. |
| true if you are looking to capture your event or | | | | Plus you will discover nature trails, canoe and kayak |
| vacation on film. Florida has so much to offer, from | | | | trails, Largo Sound beaches, playground and |
| sea and sun, incredibly beautiful beaches and islands to | | | | campground. Birds migrate through the area depending |
| Florida state parks camping sites that are more | | | | on the time of year and water temperatures are |
| traditional for those seeking a quieter setting. A wide | | | | typically in the 70s or 80s. Since it is in the Florida Keys |
| range of rewarding photographical opportunities are | | | | the balmy breezes help to keep visitors comfortable |
| everywhere so come on down. | | | | year round. |