These 5 Road Trips in Florida Will Lead You To Places You’ll Never Forget
There are so many must-visit places in Florida. It’s really no wonder that the rest of the country comes to us for vacations! We’ve compiled a list of some of the best road trips in Florida. So go ahead and drag the kids away from the phones and video games, jump in the station wagon, and get ready to hit the road for a real adventure.
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1. Cruise down Gulfside Highway 19 with stops at Crystal River, Weeki Wachee, Tarpon Springs and Cedar Key.
The Salt Springs at Ocala National Forest has a great campground if you decide to spend the night! You can make reservations at the USDA website.
3. The Tamiami Trail through the Everglades, Big Cypress National Preserve and Ochopee will give you a taste of both the wild and touristy of Florida for an unforgettable trip.
Big Cypress has some amazing views of the night sky. If you like camping, consider a stop here for the night. The National Parks Service website has more information.
Ochopee is home to the country's smallest post office. The building used to be a storage shed but is now a fully-functioning post office that serves a tri-county area.
It's also home to the Skunk Ape Research Headquarters, dedicated to finding Florida's Bigfoot. They have a website if you're interested in joining the hunt!
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is one of the best state parks in Florida, with wildlife including alligators, bison and Florida Cracker horses. The Florida State Parks website has more information.
The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park has been open for over 125 years. It is home to 24 different crocodilian species. They have lots of photos of their critters on their website.
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area was named for a Florida folk hero who died trying to save a drowning man. The Florida State Parks website has more information.
All these road trips in Florida sound like so much fun! Tell us your thoughts in the comments. What’s on your list of must-visit places in Florida?
Address: Crystal River, FL, USA
Address: Weeki Wachee, FL, USA
Address: Tarpon Springs, FL, USA
Address: Cedar Key, FL 32625, USA
Address: Ocala National Forest, Florida 32179, USA
Address: Everglades, Florida, USA
Address: Big Cypress, FL, USA
Address: 38000 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 34141, USA
Address: 40904 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 34141, USA
Address: 39395 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 34141, USA
Address: 100 Savannah Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667, USA
Address: Micanopy, FL 32667, USA
Address: 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL 32653, USA
Address: 1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Address: 999 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080, USA
Address: 3100 S Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Beach, FL 32136, USA
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Best Road Trips In Florida
May 06, 2021
Lisa Sammons
What are some must-visit places in Florida?
Florida truly has a lot of bucket list destinations. Of course, the Everglades (mentioned above) are absolutely amazing). We’ve also got tons of lighthouses that are totally worth checking out. The Florida Keys are incredible. Ocala is a neat city and (contrary to what Kentuckyians believe!)
What are some good Florida natural wonders to check out?
If you’ve never been to the Florida Cavern State Park, you’re really missing out! It’s such a neat natural wonder in Florida and the park is so beautiful both above-ground and below. Another gorgeous destination is Falling Waters State Park, which contains the highest waterfall in the state.
What are some more of the best road trips in Florida?
