Posted in Florida
June 07, 2015
These 5 Road Trips in Florida Will Lead You To Places You’ll Never Forget
Just in time for summer, we present to you some awesome road trips in Florida. So drag the kids away from the computer/phones/video games, jump in the station wagon and hit the road for a real adventure.
We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life as we all practice social and physical distancing. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/
Crystal River is the only place you can legally swim with the gentle endangered manatee.
Florida's so cool we have a state park with live mermaids!
Tarpon Springs is a town with rich Greek heritage and sponge diving history.
The charming fishing town of Cedar Key is rich in history and has some of the best seafood in Florida.
Ocala National Forest is one of Florida's most beautiful parks, with tons of beautiful wildlife and springs to visit.
Salt Springs at Ocala National Forest
Tamiami runs through the Everglades and has no walls along the sides, so you could see some incredible wildlife!
Big Cypress has some amazing views of the night sky. If you like camping, consider a stop here for the night.
Martin Valka via commons.wikimedia.org
Ochopee is home to the country's smallest post office.
It's also home to the Skunk Ape Research Headquarters, dedicated to finding Florida's Bigfoot.
You're going to get hungry, so stop at Joanie's for some great grub.
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is one of the best state parks in Florida, with wildlife including alligators, bison and Florida Cracker horses.
Micanopy, The Town That Time Forgot, has tons of historic buildings and antique shops visitors can peruse for hours.
Stroll through town and view the shops, restaurants and historic houses. For nature lovers, check out Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park.
America's oldest city has so much to offer, from historical landmarks and museums to busy nightlife and restaurants.
Castillo de San Marcos
St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area was named for a Florida folk hero who died trying to save a drowning man.
