The natural resources in the lake provide for freshwater fish, turtles, alligators, otters, wading birds and migratory waterfowl. Bald Eagles have also been known to nest in the trees along the shore.

Visit Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park's garden where you can enjoy viewing a historical landscape that combines history and beauty.

San Felasco Hammock Preserve caters to a community of competitors with its variety of events and exceptional courses.

Rock Springs Run State Reserve features a desert-like sand pine scrub community that is home to the scrub-jay.

Planning for prescribed fire requires writing the prescription. This plan includes a description of the area, including natural communities and the legal boundaries, the objectives for the burn and acceptable weather parameters.

As one of the most important agents for natural change, fire plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem.

The loggerhead is the most abundant sea turtle species at Sebastian Inlet State Park, with nearly 700 nests in 2018. Sebastian Inlet State Park conducts park ranger-guided educational sea turtle walks. 

The park has picnic tables, grills and pavilions available for the perfect picnic.  Pavilions can be rented in advance through the park for special events like family reunions and birthday parties.    

Experience history and nature when you visit the first state rail-trail. The Tallahassee-St. Marks railroad was active longer than any other in Florida, operating for 146 years from 1836 to 1983.

Hike along some of the most unspoiled coastline in all of Florida. Econfina River State Park’s Blue Trail offers an experience like no other.