Florida Parks
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A Weekend Camping Trip to Beautiful Kelly Park
We spent the weekend camping at beautiful Kelly Park, near Apopka, Florida, just relaxing and exploring. This is the perfect time to visit the park if you want to avoid the summer crowds and have the springs practically to yourself. The chilly weather may have kept the crowds away, but not the amazing scenery. Kelly Park Kelly Park is located just outside the city of Apopka, Florida. Making it an easy trip if you are traveling from the Orlando area. Whether you plan on visiting the park for a day trip of tubing Rock Springs Run, a weekend of camping or both, you are sure to enjoy the adventure. The…
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Relaxing on the Beach at Anastasia State Park
We spent a relaxing weekend at beautiful Anastasia State Park in Florida. The park is located in historic St. Augustine and has been on our bucket list for a long time. We finally got to experience why it so loved by campers and beach goers. Camping The campsites at the state park are cozy, meaning they can be a bit tight to back your camper into. Check the warnings on camper size when reserving a site. If the reservation tells you there is an issue, believe it. All campsites come with a fire pit, picnic table, water and electric. There is a dump station nearby. Restrooms are conveniently located in…
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A Weekend Camping Trip To Tomoka State Park, Florida
Take a step back in time and enjoy a weekend of camping at the Tomoka State Park, Florida. A timeless park full of history, and scenic settings to relax in. Brief History Tomoka became a state park in 1945, but it has a vast history of welcoming visitors. Be sure to visit the Tomoka Point and explore what use to be the site of the Timucuam Native American Village, Nocoroco. The village dates back to at least 1300 years ago. This was a thriving village until the devastation of European diseases decimated the Native American population. Several plantations were also established in this area, most notably that of Richard Oswald.…
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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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A Weekend at Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park
We spent the weekend at Florida’s newest state parks, Ruby B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs, located near the small town of High Springs. This over 400 acre park was once privately owned and operated from the 1960’s until it was sold to the state in 2017. It is truly a gem that is home to a several natural springs besides Gilchrist. You will have fun exploring the park and finding all of them. Campground According to the their website at Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park there are currently sixteen RV sites with water and electric and seven tent only sites. These are small spaces to back up…
