Campsites
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How to Find and Reserve a Campsite
Finding a campsite in can be frustrating, especially trying to book a favorite state park. As popularity of camping increases, finding a campground with vacancies is becoming a challenge. With a bit of planning and sometimes a quick internet connection you can find the perfect campsite to reserve. National Park Campgrounds National Park campgrounds, including national forest campgrounds can be a little bit more rustic than some campers are use to. Sometimes you are lucky to get just the basics of water and a restroom, but others like Salt Springs have full hookups. Tent camping may also be the only type of camping available. It just depends on where you…
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A Weekend Camping Adventure at Silver Springs
If you crave an outdoor adventure Silver Springs State Park is the perfect camping destination for you. Enjoy hiking, kayaking and glass bottom boat tours in this historically famous park. Silver Springs State Park Silver Springs has been a popular tourist destination since the 1820’s. People have been drawn to this area because of the crystal clear waters and abundant wildlife. There are monkeys in the park, but as hard as we tried we were not lucky enough to spot one. The park has been privately owned for over a hundred years. It is best known for its glass bottom boat tours and as a movie set location. The state…
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Have an Amazing Camping Experience at Canopy Oaks
Our Spring Break plans of camping in Georgia changed last week but we were able to grab a campsite at Resort at Canopy Oaks. We are not resort campers, we usually camp at state parks, but this resort may change our minds. Resort at Canopy Oaks is located outside of Lake Wales, Florida. Our Campsite This probably the best campsite, site 167, we have ever had while camping. This is a newer resort, so everything is pristine. The site was level, paved and clean. Every site offers full hookups; water, electric and sewer. As well as your own fire pit. Firewood is available on site at the Country Store. All…
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A Fun Filled Weekend at Myakka River State Park
We had a fun filled weekend at Florida’s Myakka River State Park, located just south of Tampa. It was a great way to spend quality family time before the busy Christmas season starts. About Myakka River State Park Myakka River State Park officially opened to the public in 1941. It was one of the first state parks in Florida to be created as part of the New Deal program, the Civilian Conservation Corp. You will see several of their projects while exploring the park. The Myakka River area is abundant with wildlife. Several species of birds make it their home, making this a bird watchers paradise. But for us it…
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Camping and Exploring at O’Leno State Park, Florida
We spent a beautiful fall weekend camping at O’Leno State Park in northern Florida. This was such a peaceful park to relax in and unwind after a hectic week. O’Leno State Park O’Leno is located near High Falls in Florida along the Santa Fe River. The park is full of picturesque points of interest and wildlife. Just waiting for you to explore. I found it interesting that O’Leno State Park was one of original Florida state parks when it opened in 1940. This park’s rich history connected to Civil Conservation Corps of the 1930’s and its past location of the lost town of Leno will enchant any history buff. This…
