Events | Florida State Parks

First Day Hikes

Thu, Jan 1, 2026 9:00 am - 10:00 am EDT

Start the New Year in a State Park with a First Day Hike! Join one of our park rangers and take a guided hike through the beautiful St. Joesph State Park.

Port St Joe, FL

Ranger Led- First Day Hike

Thu, Jan 1, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am CDT

Join a guided First Day Hike at Camp Helen State Park. Kids and adults all across America are participating in First Day Hikes, getting their hearts pumping and enjoying the beauty of the outdoors.

Panama City Beach, FL

Moonlit Paddle

Sat, Jan 3, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm EDT

Paddle under the moonlight, cruise through sparkling waters, and maybe spot a few nighttime critters along the way.

Ichetucknee Springs

Fort White, FL

Gamble Jam

Sat, Jan 10, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

Join us for the Gamble Jam—a laid-back, toe-tappin' tribute to the legendary Florida folk singer and storyteller, James Gamble Rogers IV!

Flagler Beach, FL

Sungazing And Time Telling

Sat, Jan 17, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

The Everglades Astronomical Society presents the sun as you have never seen it before! Look through specially designed telescopes and safely view the sun. You will be amazed!

Collier Seminole

Naples, FL

Stargazing Under The Dark Sky

Sat, Jan 17, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Bring your chairs and enjoy a relaxing night viewing the stars with the members of the Everglades Astronomical Society. Presentation shortly after dusk. at Collier-Seminole State Park.

Collier Seminole

Naples, FL

Gamble Jam

Sat, Jan 24, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

Join us for the Gamble Jam—a laid-back, toe-tappin' tribute to the legendary Florida folk singer and storyteller, James Gamble Rogers IV!

Flagler Beach, FL

The coloring book cover

Color the Real Florida

Florida has 84 natural communities that are home to a variety of plants and animals. Explore coloring pages for eight of these communities by discovering the plants and animals in each habitat.

Composite image of Florida species

Critter Sheets

Critter Sheets are fun ways to learn about Florida's plants and animals and how you can help wildlife in your community. Print or use these images on your device with your favorite coloring app.

Two Girl Scouts doing Junior Ranger activities. Includes superimposed Girl Scouts Love State Parks and Florida State Park logos

Girl Scouts Love State Parks

Check out your all-access-pass to everything you need for your Girl Scouts Love State Parks Virtual Florida Adventure. We have curated a collection of fun activities, park videos and career inspirations just for you.

Jr. Ranger

Junior Ranger Program

The Florida State Parks Junior Ranger Program provides opportunities for young people to learn, serve and share Florida's natural and cultural resources. Participating Florida State Parks are found throughout the state.

Manatee at Homosassa Springs

Manatee Educational Program

Get an up-close view of manatees in their natural environment, one of Florida’s sparkling springs. Learn about these gentle giants from park staff and volunteers.

Homosassa Springs

Operation Recreation Geotour

Operation Recreation Geotour

The Operation Recreation GeoTour, hosted by Geocaching.com, stretches from Pensacola to Key West and includes some of Florida's award-winning state parks! Visit 20 caches and win the Official Operation Recreation Geocoin.

The Outsiders Club

The Outsiders Club

"The Outsiders Club" is an exciting 30-minute program starring kids who explore Florida State Parks and model ways to pursue a healthier, more active, nature-connected lifestyle, featuring camping, fishing, kayaking and hiking.