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Travelers Beware: The Sargassum in Florida Will Be Extreme This Summer

If you're headed to Florida this summer, beware that sargassum, a brown seaweed, is washing upon the state's shores in massive amounts.

by Kelly Carroll
on Jul 20
Beach in Miami with a line of brown seaweed and a line of tall buildings behind
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The Most Beautiful Lake in Florida That Many People Have Never Heard Of

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jul 11
A white sail boat perched between two cypress trees at Lake Santa Fe in Florida.
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Shark Valley Sounds Scary, But It’s One of the Best Hikes in Florida

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jul 10
Rolando Chinchilla via AllTrails
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Visit the Hidden Gem Florida Small Town Right Next Door to Bald Point State Park

by Megan Todaro
on Jun 28
A sun setting in the distance over a marsh in Bald Point State Park, Florida.
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The Best-Kept Summer Secret in Florida Is This Turquoise Swimming Hole

by Megan Todaro
on Jun 26
Madison Blue Springs at Sunset, Madison Blue Springs State Park, Florida

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The Small-Town State Park in Florida Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

A small-town state park in Florida unlike any other, Honeymoon Island State Park will take you off the mainland into a peaceful, romantic haven.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jun 3
A pair of deck chairs overlooking the water at Honeymoon Beach State Park in Florida.
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Skip the Hike and Try This Paddling Trail in Florida Instead

Float along one of Florida's most stunning spring-fed rivers on this tranquil, lovely paddle trail.

by Beth Copenhaver
on May 22
A group of kayakers paddling along the Weeki Wachee River in Florida with clear blue water.
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Seeing This Florida National Park After Dark Is Better Than Daytime

Protected from light pollution, this unique park is one of the best places in Florida for stargazing.

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on Apr 12
Milky Way in the Everglades, Florida
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5 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Florida for a Spring Hike

Explore 5 picture-perfect nature trails in Florida for a spring hike, featuring wildflowers, scenic views, and unforgettable outdoor escapes.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Apr 9
A spring garden in Orlando, Florida.
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You Can Hike in Two States in One Day on This Florida Trail

This underrated adventure leads connects two beautiful hiking spots: one in Florida and one in Alabama.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Feb 24
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