Darren DeMatas

Overnight visitation is ALWAYS in high demand at @FLStateParks. At Anastasia State Park, we’re looking for opportunities to provide more overnight accommodations, similar to the popular Wakulla Springs Lodge & other lodges at National Parks.

#BREAKING: Gov. Ron DeSantis' office responds to criticism from officials, Republican and Democrat, over state plans to construct new amenities at state parks View the full statement from press secretary @JeremyRedfernFL below: "The Department of Environmental Protection and the Division of Parks are looking at recommendations for ways to enhance Florida’s parks to make them more visitor-friendly." "There will be multiple phases of public discussion to evaluate stakeholders' feedback. The agency’s initial recommendations are based on public input and proposals—from pickleball to golf to additional bike trails and camping access; the proposals vary and may not all be approved." "Finally, recommendations will be evaluated, and no final decisions will be made until the public comment and review process has been completed." "Teddy Roosevelt believed that public parks were for the benefit and enjoyment of the people, and we agree with him." "No administration has done more than we have to conserve Florida’s natural resources, grow conservation lands, and keep our environment pristine. But it's high time we made public lands more accessible to the public."