There's no better time to get out on the water and there's no better place than at a Florida State Park. With miles of pristine rivers, clear spring runs and calm lakes to choose from, our parks are a great place for both beginners and veterans to explore.

Men of the Civilian Conservation Corps created their Thanksgiving memories at Florida state parks in the 1930s.

Florida is home to an incredible diversity of plant and animal species. Many of our native critters have gotten a tough reputation. Whether foreign or familiar, we’re here to debunk some of the misconceptions about Florida’s most misunderstood “spooky” species.

Do you enjoy working outside? Do you want your work to make a difference? Are you looking for a professional adventure? Working for Florida’s state parks might just be the right opportunity for you.

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, Florida State Parks is honoring the people and traditions of Hispanic Americans. 

October is Florida Greenways and Trails Month. It’s a perfect time to find a trail for hiking, bicycling, paddling or going for a horse ride.

Florida State Parks is has its own specialty license plate, so make sure to be one of the first to show your support by getting one today.

Staff at Deer Lake State Park joined with the Atlanta Botanical Garden to restore wet prairies and seepage slopes where endangered pitcher plants can grow.

For the past 30 years, volunteers around the world have come together to keep our beaches and shorelines clean during International Coastal Cleanup. Since its inception, over 16 million volunteers have collected more than 340 million pounds of trash.

Now, a wheelchair accessible boat is available to allow all visitors to experience breathtaking views of the underwater life, ancient Native American and Spanish artifacts, and underwater props from when the park was used for Hollywood productions.

Throughout August, you’ll want to keep a steady eye on the night sky: The Perseid meteor shower will be putting on a show as meteors streak across the sky as shooting stars.

Honeybees may be some of the most well-known pollinators, but you may be surprised to learn they are not native to America – they were introduced here from Europe.

July 31 is World Ranger Day, a global celebration of the work of rangers to protect the planet’s natural treasures and cultural heritage. But it’s not just our Florida State Parks staff and volunteers who help us accomplish these goals.

As summer rolls along and the days get hotter, sometimes there’s no better way to enjoy the outdoors than to set out a blanket and have a relaxing picnic with friends and family. Here are just five amazing parks that would be the perfect place for your next picnic.

After playing or relaxing in a Florida State Park, there is nothing like cooking over an open fire. Some parks offer grills while others have designated campfire rings. Whether you are looking for a gourmet meal or just want to toast marshmallows, remember these tasty tips, tricks and recipes.