Florida State Parks

We 🫶our volunteers! As Volunteer Appreciation Month comes to a close, enjoy this video of our incredible volunteers receiving the recognition that they've earned through hard work protecting #TheRealFlorida. Let us know your favorite ways to get involved with #FLStateParks! *** 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #LoveFL #Volunteers

Rainbow Springs State Park will implement a day-use reservation system on April 29. Whether you’re looking to sit in nature or swim in the clear waters, day-use reservations will make park entry short and sweet. Starting today you can make day-use reservations for up to 60 days in advance, and reservations will be required to enter the park beginning April 29. *** 💡: Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. 📍: Rainbow Springs State Park . . #FLStateParks #RainbowSprings #TheRealFlorida #LoveFL

Collier‑Seminole State Park protects one of the three original stands of royal palms in Florida. This rare grove was first set aside in the 1920s by Barron Collier, who wanted to preserve the unique landscape of Southwest Florida. Collier dedicated this land to all who fought in the Seminole Wars, the event that led to the first documentation of the palm grove. *** 📍: Collier-Seminole State Park 💡: Plan your historic encounter at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . @America250FL . #FLStateParks #CollierSeminole #TheRealFlorida #LoveFL #America250FL

We’re proud to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Discovery Center & Aquarium at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park opening in 2028! 🐠 Learn more 👉 tinyurl.com/mv9mzrjd

Be a part of Earth Day at #FLStateParks! 🌍 🍃 From lush hammocks to sparkling springs, these parks protect some of the most beautiful natural spaces in the state. Earth Day was first celebrated over 55 years ago and continues to serve as a reminder to celebrate these landscapes and to give back to the places that give us so much. If you’re looking to make a real impact, consider volunteering with your local state park and help keep Florida wild and thriving. *** 📍: Jonathan Dickinson State Park 📸: IG rvagogo 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . @America250FL . #FLStateParks #EarthDay #LoveFL

Join us on Earth Day! 🌎🌳 Celebrate Earth Day, April 22, by visiting select #FLStateParks to participate in a reusable water bottle giveaway. When you commit to #MakeTheSwitch to a reusable water bottle, you reduce waste and become a solution to pollution. Giveaways are located at the following parks: -T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park -Fort Clinch State Park -Blue Spring State Park -Lake Louisa State Park -Hugh Taylor Birch State Park -Topsail Hill Preserve State Park -St. Andrews State Park -Oleta River State Park -Jonathan Dickinson State Park -Lovers Key State Park For more info: floridastateparks.org/refill *** . . #LoveFL #TheRealFlorida #FortClinch #BlueSpring #LakeLouisa #HughTaylorBirch #TopsailHill #StAndrews #OletaRiver #JonathanDickinson #LoversKey #StJosephPeninsula

April is pure magic at Eden Gardens State Park! ✨ The sun is shining, the azaleas are glowing and the historic Wesley House looks like it was made for springtime strolls. This season brings that perfect mix of warm breezes, blooming gardens and quiet corners where you can slow down and soak in the sunrays. *** 📍: Eden Gardens State Park 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #FLStateParks #TheRealFlorida

Amelia Island State Park gives visitors a chance to explore more than 200 acres of beautiful beaches, salt marshes, and coastal forests along the island’s southern tip. The park offers a peaceful coastal setting where visitors can enjoy surf fishing, bird‑watching and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. *** 📍: Amelia Island State Park 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #FLStateParks #TheRealFlorida #AmeliaIsland

If you love exploring Florida on foot, bike or horseback, this is your playground. San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park is known for its beautiful forest and one of the most diverse trail systems in the state. With trails meant for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding, there are so many ways to explore #TheRealFlorida. *** 📍: San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #FLStateParks #SanFelascoHammock #LoveFL

Adventure awaits at Oscar Scherer State Park 🌿 If you’re looking for a place where nature and outdoor fun come together, this park has you covered. From peaceful trails to refreshing water activities, there’s something for every kind of explorer. Whether you’re paddling through mangroves, spotting wildlife or settling in for a night under the stars, Oscar Scherer State Park is one of those places that keeps you coming back. *** 📍: Oscar Scherer State Park 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #FLStateParks #OscarScherer #TheRealFlorida

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park has been drawing curious visitors long before it became a protected state park. This massive, 120‑foot‑deep sinkhole has revealed layers of Florida’s natural history from prehistoric shark teeth and marine shells to the fossilized remains of extinct land animals. Today, Devil’s Millhopper remains one of Florida’s most unique geological landmarks, offering a rare look into the state’s ancient past and the natural forces that shaped it. *** 📍: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park 📸: Courtesy of the Florida Memory, circa 1900 💡: Plan your historic encounter at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . @America250FL . #FLStateParks #TheRealFlorida #LoveFL #HistoricEncounters #FloridaHeritage #America250FL #DevilsMillhopper

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park has been a landmark of North Florida for centuries. The park was once home to Seminole communities, Spanish ranches and even a lake where steamboats crossed. Running right through it is the Gainesville–Hawthorne State Trail, a 16-mile path built along a historic railroad corridor. What was once a “trader’s path” and later a rail line is now one of Florida’s most scenic routes. *** 📍: Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park 📸: Courtesy of the Matheson History Museum 💡: Plan your historic encounter at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . @America250FL . #FLStateParks #TheRealFlorida #LoveFL #HistoricEncounters #FloridaHeritage #America250FL #PaynesPrairie

We have news! Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park is getting a new visitor center! The new facility will expand meeting space and add additional areas for exhibits and educational programming. Construction is expected to be completed in early 2027. Wakulla Springs is home to one of the world’s largest and deepest freshwater springs, and the sapphire water boasts manatees, alligators and a host of wildlife. 📍: Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. #FLStateParks #WakullaSprings #TheRealFlorida #LoveFL

Florida’s state parks are hopping this Easter! From sandy shores to shady hammocks, Florida’s State Parks are ready to add a little extra magic to your Easter weekend. 🌿✨ *** 📍: Blackwater River State Park 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #FLStateParks #TheRealFlorida #BlackwaterRiver

From peaceful paddling to shady picnic spots, Tomoka State Park has everything you need for a perfect day outside. Launch your kayak or boat from the ramp, wander the nature trail through a beautiful hammock or cast a line along the Tomoka River and witness #TheRealFlorida. *** 📍: Tomoka State Park 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #FLStateParks #Tomoka

Happy Ponce de León Day!   In 1513, Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León made the first recorded European landing in Florida. His search for new lands and the legend of a “Fountain of Youth” remain enduring parts of Florida’s story.   At De Leon Springs State Park, visitors can experience one of Florida’s most beautiful natural springs while reflecting on the history, stories and myths that shaped early Florida. While the spring is not Ponce de León’s actual “Fountain of Youth,” it continues to inspire curiosity about Florida’s past. ***   📍: De Leon Springs State Park 💡: Plan your historic encounter at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. .   @America250FL .   #FLStateParks #TheRealFlorida #LoveFL #HistoricEncounters

History runs deep at Anastasia State Park. Long before it became a favorite spot for beach days and nature walks, Anastasia State Park played a major role in building St. Augustine. More than 300 years ago, workers here quarried coquina rock, the same stone used to construct the Castillo de San Marcos. Today, the park’s landscape still carries the story of Florida’s oldest city, blending natural beauty with centuries of history. *** 📍: Anastasia State Park 💡 : Plan your historic encounter at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . @America250FL . #FLStateParks #AmeliaIsland #TheRealFlorida #LoveFL #FloridaHeritage #America250FL

The Barnacle Historic State Park isn’t just a house; it’s a window into Florida’s coastal past and a tribute to one man’s enduring love for nature and community. The park preserves the legacy of Ralph Middleton Munroe, a pioneer, sailor and conservationist who helped shape Coconut Grove’s early identity. Built in 1891, The Barnacle is the oldest home in Miami-Dade County still standing in its original location. *** 📍: The Barnacle Historic State Park 📸: Courtesy of Florida Memory, circa 1970 💡 : Plan your historic encounter at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . @America250FL . #America250FL #FloridaHistory

Crystal River Preserve State Park is one of the best places on Florida’s Nature Coast to witness #TheRealFlorida. With more than 27,500 acres of scrub, pinewoods, hardwood forests, salt marshes and mangrove islands, the preserve creates a rich mosaic of habitats where animals thrive. *** 📍: Crystal River Preserve State Park 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #FLStateParks #CrystalRiverPreserve #TheRealFlorida

Looking for a scenic place to ride your horse? 🐎 Lake Louisa State Park offers 15 miles of marked trails that take riders through the picturesque landscape. The park’s equestrian campsites include five horse paddocks and more amenities for you and your hoofed companion. *** 📍: Lake Louisa State Park 📸: IG sarahbuchananhoward 💡: Plan your adventure at FloridaStateParks.org. Before you visit, check the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO section on the park’s webpage for real-time updates and helpful information. . . #FLStateParks #TheRealFlorida #LakeLouisa