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Oscar Scherer State Park

An unexpected oasis surrounded by busy urban areas provides visitors with a refreshing escape into natural Florida. This hidden gem is also a refuge for the imperiled Florida scrub-jay, bald eagles and other birds that nest along the shores of Lake Osprey.

1843 S. Tamiami Trail
Osprey FL 34229

Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail

Still in development, this paved, multi-use recreational trail is situated in one of the most picturesque areas of the state.

6065 Twin Lakes Road
Keystone Heights FL 32656

Paynes Creek Historic State Park

In late 1849, Fort Chokonikla was built nearby as the first outpost in a chain of forts established during tensions with Seminole Indians. Today, nature enthusiasts and hikers can enjoy walking along trails through the park's natural areas.

888 Lake Branch Road
Bowling Green FL 33834

Perdido Key State Park

White sand beaches and rolling dunes covered with sea oats make this park a favorite destination for swimmers and sunbathers. The park is home to threatened and endangered species such as the Perdido Key beach mouse, nesting shorebirds and nesting sea turtles.

15301 Perdido Key Drive
Pensacola FL 32507

Ponce de Leon Springs State Park

This beautiful spring is named for Juan Ponce de León, who led the first Spanish expedition to Florida in 1513 - as legend has it - in search of the fountain of youth.

2860 Ponce de Leon Springs Road
Ponce de Leon FL 32455

Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park

East of Jacksonville's skyscrapers and west of the beaches, this state park protects one of the largest contiguous areas of coastal uplands remaining in Duval County.

13802 Pumpkin Hill Road
Jacksonville FL 32226

Rainbow Springs State Park

From wading in the crystalline headwaters to canoeing, kayaking and tubing down river, visitors at Rainbow Springs enjoy a priceless jewel in the Florida park system.

19158 S.W. 81st Place Road
Dunnellon FL 34432

Ravine Gardens State Park

Two ancient ravines carved by a spring-fed creek have been transformed into a rustic tropical garden. The park has two ravines up to 120 feet deep with steep banks at 45-degree angles.

1600 Twigg St.
Palatka FL 32177

River Rise Preserve State Park

Surrounded by quiet woods and huge trees, anglers can spend a relaxing afternoon fishing on the river. The Santa Fe River goes underground in O'Leno State Park and reemerges over three miles away in River Rise Preserve State Park before resuming its journey to the Suwannee River.

373 U.S. 27
High Springs FL 32643

Rock Springs Run State Reserve

Visitors can enjoy bicycling, hiking or horseback riding along 17 miles of trails. Guided trail rides and horse rentals are available. Primitive campsites on Rock Springs Run and the Wekiva River are accessible by canoe only.

30601 Wekiva River Road
Sorrento FL 32776

Rodman Campground

The Rodman Reservoir provides a diverse and extensive habitat for not only trophy fish but numerous avian species and it features a 67-site campground.

108 Rodman Dam Road
Palatka FL 32177

Rodman Recreation Area

The upstream reservoir side of the earthen dam, adjacent to the spillway, provides excellent bank fishing opportunities. The reservoir side is known for its bass, bream, catfish and mullet.

410 Rodman Dam Road
Palatka FL 32177

Ross Prairie Trailhead & Campground

This area is ecologically unique due to the adjacent placement of the high, dry sandhill community where the trailhead and campground are located, and the ephemeral wetland that is located just north of the public use facilities.

10660 S.W. Highway 200
Dunnellon FL 34431

a large blue spring surrounded by a boardwalk

Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park

The turquoise waters of Florida's 175th state park welcome you for a day of relaxation and exploration. Discover a collection of scenic springs. The largest, Gilchrist Blue, flows out to a clear spring run that meanders to the Santa Fe River.

7450 N.E. 60th St.
High Springs FL 32643

Image from above showing campground facilities

Santos Trailhead & Campground

Explore some of the best mountain biking in Florida and even internationally. Santos includes 80-plus miles of single-track bike trails.

3080 S.E. 80th St.
Ocala FL 34470

Savannas Preserve State Park

Located on Florida's southeast coast, the park's scenic landscapes represent what the first pioneers would have seen in the area.

2541 S.E .Walton Road
Port St. Lucie FL 34952