Snail Kites
The story of the snail kite is an amazing one, taking place above, below and even all around you. It is the story of a bird once on the brink of extinction but now finding a second home in Paynes Prairie.
Maclay Gardens Featured in Stamp Series
The gardens at Alfred B. Maclay Gardens join nine others gardens around U.S. as part of the American Gardens series.
Park Admission - Online Payment
Visitors may purchase their admission single-use day pass online ahead of their visit instead of paying at the park. Be sure to bring your confirmation email/receipt with you to the park (either a printed copy of your receipt or a digital copy) at the time of your visit.
Grant Strengthens Sea Turtle Nest Protection
Nearly every morning in spring and summer, John D. MacArthur Beach State Park rangers Sarah Waddell and Art Carton gear up to go turtle-counting.
Digital Discovery with Virtual Park Activities
Park Webcams
Virtual Junior Ranger
Virtual Junior Rangers can explore parks from anywhere and discover the fun and exciting ways rangers help make Florida State Parks the amazing places they are.
Webcam: Watch the Manatees Swim
Watch the manatees swim around the spring on this webcam.
Prince Nick
Prince Nick loves watching Star Wars movies!
When the Masses Meet the Grasses
What happens when A LOT of people want to tube the Ichetucknee River? It’s a delicate balance between protecting the resource and encouraging visitors to experience it. Join Park Biologist Sam Cole in this edition of the Biologists Tell the Story as he explains the science behind the balancing act.