North Attractions, Recreation & Services halfhitch.com/stores/mb-miller-pier 12215 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-234-0067. Fishing, hunting, kayaking and outdoor recreation. Come see us at Half Hitch and get out there! Half Hitch -County Pier Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park oridastateparks.org/park/marjorie-kinnan-rawlings 18700 S. County Rd. 325, Hawthorne, 352-466-3672. Preserving the Cross Creek Farm where Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, author of The Yearling , lived. Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park oridastateparks.org/park/pumpkin-hill 13802 Pumpkin Hill Rd., Jacksonville, 904-696-5980. This state park protects one of the largest contiguous areas of coastal uplands remaining in Duval. Hammack Farms hammackfarms.com 2387 Joe White Rd., Bonifay, 850-768-9673. We are a farm family and we are sharing our farm with our community to enjoy fall activities! Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park oridastateparks.org/park/mike-roess 6239 FL-21, Keystone Heights, 352-473-4701. The park is located on rolling sand hills in an area known as the Florida Central Ridge. oridastateparks.org/park/natural-bridge 7502 Natural Bridge Rd., Tallahassee, 850-922-6007. The site of the second largest Civil War battle in Florida. Ravine Gardens State Park oridastateparks.org/park/ravine-gardens 1600 Twigg St., Palatka, 386-329-3721. A historical formal garden with trails, gardens and a civic center located in Palatka. dI Hawthorne Trail State Park oridastateparks.org/trail/gainesville-hawthorne 100 Savannah Blvd., Micanopy, 352-466-3397. The recreational trail is designed for walking, cycling and horseback riding. Natural Bridge Battlefi eld Historic State Park River Rise Preserve State Park Henderson Beach State Park Nature Quest, Inc. oridastateparks.org/park/river-rise 410 S.E. Oleno Park Rd., High Springs, 386-454-1853. A quiet park offering equestrian facilities and miles of trails for hiking and fat tire bikes. oridastateparks.org/park/henderson-beach 17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, 850-837-7550. Henderson Beach State Park is an unexpected oasis of exquisite natural beauty. naturequest-usa.com P.O. Box 2999, Lake City, 386-755-8809. Tube or kayak down the beautiful 72 degree year-round Rainbow River through Nature Quest. Rooterville Animal Sanctuary Ichetucknee Springs State Park North Peninsula State Park rooterville.org 5579 Darwood St., Melrose, 386-661-2287. Provides a safe and compassionate refuge to hundreds of rescued farm animals. oridastateparks.org/park/ichetucknee-springs 12087 S.W. U.S. Hwy. 27, Ft. White, 386-497-4690. Visitors can enjoy picnicking, snorkeling, canoeing, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. oridastateparks.org 3100 S. Ocean Shore Blvd., Flagler Beach, 386-517-2086. More than two miles of beautiful, unspoiled Atlantic beaches beckon visitors to this park. San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park oridastateparks.org/park/san-felasco-hammock 11101 Millhopper Rd., Gainesville, 386-462-7905. Hiking, horseback riding, off-road bicycling and more. John Gorrie Museum State Park Ochlockonee River State Park oridastateparks.org/park/john-gorrie-museum P.O. Box 267, Apalachicola, 850-653-9347. Named after a young physician who moved to Apalachicola in the early 1800s. oridastateparks.org/park/ochlockonee-river 429 State Park Rd., Sopchoppy, 850-962-2771. This jewel of a park is a great place to get away for a weekend or a weeklong vacation. San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park oridastateparks.org/park/san-marcos 148 Old Fort Rd., St. Marks, 850-925-6216. Visitors may walk interpretive trails and experience the museum. Kayak Amelia/Long Island Outfi tters O’Leno State Park SandCastle Lessons kayakamelia.com 13030 Heckscher Dr., Jacksonville, 904-251-0016. Explore by kayak, Segway or paddle board. Guided eco-tours and rentals in Talbot Island State Park. f oridastateparks.org/park/oleno 410 S.E. Oleno Park Rd., High Springs, 386-454-1853. This rustic camping park features sinkholes, hardwood hammocks, river swamps and sandhills. d beachsandsculptures.com P.O. Box 1988, Santa Rosa Beach, 303-681-2631. Offering sandcastle lessons, team building. Perfect for romantic activities and proposals. Lafayette Blue Springs State Park Olustee Battlefi eld Historic State Park Seacrest Wolf Preserve oridastateparks.org/park/lafayette-blue-springs 799 N.E. Spring Bell Rd., Mayo, 386-294-3667. Visitors can take a dip, walk across the limestone bridge or picnic under the oaks. oridastateparks.org/park/olustee-battle eld 5815 Battle eld Trl., Sanderson, 386-758-0400. Built to preserve the site of the state’s largest Civil War battle. seacrestwolfpreserve.org 3449 Bonnett Pond Rd., Chipley, 850-773-2897. Where wolves and humans connect in nature! Orman House Historic State Park Shell Island Pontoon Rentals oridastateparks.org/park/lake-jackson 3600 Indian Mound Rd., Tallahassee, 850-922-6007. Six earthen temple mounds built by Native Americans more than 800 years ago. Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park oridastateparks.org/park/orman-house 177 5th St., Apalachicola, 850-653-1209. Enjoy the butter y garden, other botanical features, walkways and open spaces. shellislandpontoonrentals.com 4607 State Park Ln., Panama City Beach, 850-630-1278. Pontoon and boat rentals. Shell Island Shuttle Osprey Charters/Capt. Greg Burnett Lake Talquin State Park shosprey.com 3824 Hatteras Ln., Panama City Beach, 850-233-1959. Come enjoy a rst-class, stress-free day with Osprey Charters. shellislandshuttle.com 4607 State Park Ln., Panama City Beach, 850-233-0504. A shuttle to and from Shell Island. St. Andrews State Park oridastateparks.org/park/lake-talquin 14850 Jack Vause Landing Rd., Tallahassee, 850-922-6007. Lake Talquin is a man-made lake, formed in 1927 when the Jackson Bluff Dam was constructed. Otter Springs Park & Campground Letchworth-Love Mounds ottersprings.com 6470 S.W. 80th Ave., Trenton, 352-463-0800. A place for retreat and renewal on Florida’s Nature Coast. oridastateparks.org/park/st-andrews 4607 State Park Ln., Panama City Beach, 850-233-5140. The sugar-white sands and clear, emerald-green water make this one of the world’s best beaches. f oridastateparks.org/park/letchworth 4500 Sunray Rd., Tallahassee, 850-922-6007. One of Florida’s most signi cant Native American ceremonial sites predating 1400 A.D. Paddle Florida St. George Island State Park Little Talbot Island State Park paddle orida.org P.O. Box 5953, Gainesville, 352-377-8342. Non-pro t promoting water conservation through multi-day paddling/camping trips in Florida. oridastateparks.org/park/st-george-island 1900 E. Gulf Beach Dr., St. George Island, 850-927-2111. Named No. 3 by Dr. Beach. Offers visitors sunbathing, swimming, canoeing, boating, hiking and camping. oridastateparks.org/park/amelia-island 12157 Heckscher Dr., Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. Little Talbot Island is one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands in Northeast Florida. Paddling Adventures-Ichetucknee Springs paddlingadventures.com 12087 S.W. U.S. Hwy. 27, Ft. White, 386-497-1113. Watercraft rentals. St. Johns River Water Management District sjrwmd.com/recreation 7775 Baymeadows Way, Jacksonville, 800-451-7106. 700K+ acres offering a variety of recreation from kayaking to birding. There’s something for everyone! Madison Blue Spring State Park Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park oridastateparks.org/park/madison-blue-spring 8300 N.E. State Rd. 6, Lee, 386-362-2746. A picturesque setting for swimming, picnicking, paddling and wildlife viewing. oridastateparks.org/park/paynes-prairie 100 Savannah Blvd., Micanopy, 352-466-3397. Florida’s rst state preserve designated as a National Natural Landmark. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park oridastateparks.org/park/st-joseph 8899 Cape San Blas Rd., Port St. Joe, 850-227-1327. Provides excellent opportunities for bird watching and wildlife viewing. Perdido Key State Park Manatee Springs State Park oridastateparks.org/park/manatee-springs 11650 N.W. 115th St., Chie and, 352-493-6072. Popular for snorkeling and scuba diving, the headwaters of the spring are a great spot for swimming. oridastateparks.org/park/perdido-key 15301 Perdido Key Dr., Pensacola, 850-492-1595. White sand beaches and rolling dunes covered with sea oats make this park a favorite destination. St. Marks River State Park oridastateparks.org/park/st-marks-river 3600 Indian Mound Rd., Tallahassee, 850-245-2072. St. Marks River State Park has more than 2,500 acres of land along the St. Marks River. Ponce De Leon Springs State Park KEY TO SYMBOLS f = Guided Tours = Vacation Planner = Vacation Planner available in other languages d = Beach Wheelchairs available in some locations d I = Guide or information for disabled travelers oridastateparks.org/park/ponce-de-leon-springs 2860 Ponce de Leon Springs Rd., Ponce De Leon, 850-836-4281. Crystal clear water; refreshing 68 degrees year-round. Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park oridastateparks.org/park/stephen-foster 11016 Lillian Sanders Dr., White Springs, 386-397-2733. Music and folk life located on the banks of the legendary Suwannee River. Ponce de Leon’s World Famous Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park fountainofyouth orida.com 11 Magnolia Ave., St. Augustine, 904-829-3168. Explore 15 historic, waterfront acres and step back in time. Sure Lure Fishing Charters surelurecharters.com 210 Hwy. 98 E., Destin, 850-376-8399. Sure Lure Charters offer outstanding deep-sea shing trips in the Gulf of Mexico off of Destin. 90 ✹ VISITFLORIDA.com
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