North Things to Do, Food and Drink, Visitor Services KEY TO SYMBOLS: d = Beach wheelchairs available in some locations d I = Guide or information for travelers with disabilities theatretallahassee.org 1861 Thomasville Rd., Tallahassee, 850-224-4597. Tallahassee’s community theatre producing eight to 10 shows each year. Theatre Tallahassee Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts worldgolfhalloffame.org 1 World Golf Pl., St. Augustine, 904-940-4123. 36 holes. See ad on page 33. Reader Response 68 World Golf Hall of Fame Blackwater Heritage State Trail oridastateparks.org/trail/blackwater 5533 Alabama St., Milton, 850-983-5338. This is a pleasant trip for the whole family with lots of access. Blackwater River State Park thcenter.org 283 College Dr., Orange Park, 904-276-6815. Dedicated to developing and nurturing the artistic potential of students, residents and visitors. Nature and Outdoor Activities adventuresunlimited.com 8974 Tomahawk Landing Rd., Milton, 850-623-6197. A great place for wholesome, outdoor fun! Zip line tour, river trips, cozy cottages and more! Adventures Unlimited oridastateparks.org/park/blackwater-river 7720 Deaton Bridge Rd., Holt, 850-983-5363. A favorite destination for kayakers, this park offers a variety of outdoor activities. University of Florida -College of the Arts legacy.arts.u .edu/galleries/default.aspx P.O. Box 115800, Gainesville, 352-846-1211. We foster creative activity, scholarly and artistic excellence and innovation across disciplines. Blue Springs Park Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park oridastateparks.org/park/maclay-gardens 3540 Thomasville Rd., Tallahassee, 850-487-4556. Beautiful ornamental garden near Tallahassee. bluespringspark.com 7450 N.E. 60th St., High Springs, 386-454-1369. Blue Springs is nestled in a quiet rural area just four miles west of High Springs. Villa Zorayda Museum Buccaneer Pirate Cruise villazorayda.com 83 King St., St. Augustine, 904-829-9887. The Villa Zorayda with its beautiful architecture and art collection is a must see on your visit. Amelia Island Kayak Excursions Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone ameliaislandkayak.com Fernandina Rd., Amelia Island, 904-557-5307. Amelia Island Kayak Excursions is a family owned/operated business offering guided kayak tours. destinpirateship.com Harborwalk Village Marina 100 Harbor Blvd., Destin, 850-269-0896. Activities include a treasure hunt, face painting, pirate stories, cannonball fights and more. Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park oridastateparks.org/park/big-lagoon 3501 S. Old Kings Rd., Bunnell, 386-517-2084. Featuring sugar mill ruins listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. wwazone.com 1306 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 850-400-3300. Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone is NW Florida’s largest family entertainment center located on Okaloosa! d I Amelia Island State Park World Golf Hall of Fame & IMAX Theater oridastateparks.org/park/amelia-island State Rd. A1A, Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. Visitors can stroll along the beach, look for shells or watch the wildlife. Camp Helen State Park worldgolfhalloffame.org 1 World Golf Pl., St. Augustine, 904-940-4123. Celebrating golf and preserving the legacies of those who have made it great 36 holes. See ad on page 33. Reader Response 68 Amelia River Cruises ameliarivercruises.com 1 N. Front St., Fernandina Beach, 904-261-9972. View wildlife and see two unique and rustically beautiful islands on our historic narrated boat tours. oridastateparks.org/park/camp-helen 23937 Panama City Beach Pkwy., Panama City Beach, 850-233-5059. Preservation of habitats, recreation and beach access. Swimming, hiking, picnicking and boating. Golf baypointgolf.com 4701 Bay Point Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-235-6950. Par 72. 6,372 yards. 18 holes. Anastasia State Park Bay Point Golf and Tennis at Sheraton Bay Point Resort oridastateparks.org/park/anastasia 1340-A A1A S., St. Augustine, 904-461-2033. A broad beach and a lagoon bordered by rich tidal marshes await you here. captandersonsmarina.com 5550 N. Lagoon Dr., Panama City, 850-234-3435. Capt. Anderson’s Marina, “Where the fish are always biting and the kids are always smiling!” Capt. Anderson’s Marina; Fishing, Dolphins and Shell Island Cruising Anastasia Water Sports Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary Emerald Coast Golf Courses Florida Historic Golf Trail emeraldcoast .com 1540 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 800-322-3319. oridahistoricgolftrail.com 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6369. orida-golf.org 4300 Marsh Landing Blvd. Ste. 102, Jacksonville Beach, 904-249-0585. capeleisurecorp.com/anastasia.html 850 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine, 904-461-9322. St. Augustine’s preferred watercraft rentals. cattyshack.org 1860 Starratt Rd., Jacksonville, 904-757-3606. Open at least one day out of every weekend for public tours. Bald Point State Park Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve oridastateparks.org/park/bald-point 146 Box Cut Rd., Alligator Point, 850-349-9146. A natural area with white-sand beaches, coastal marshes, pine flatwoods and oak thickets. bayviewchartersofsgi.com 423 N. Sawyer St., St. George Island, 850-927-2433. Join us for offshore, inshore and bay fishing, dolphin encounters, shelling trips and more! oridastateparks.org/park/cedar-key-scrub S.R. 24, Cedar Key, 352-543-5567. Provides splendid opportunities for nature study and wildlife observation. Florida’s First Coast of Golf Courses Bay View Charters of St. George Island (SGI) Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com 4990 N.E. 180th Ave., Williston, 352-529-0055. Botanical gardens and wildlife reserve in the city of Williston. aip .com 6800 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 904-261-6161. Par 72. 6,428 yards. 72 holes. Omni Amelia Island Plantation -Long Point Course Deer Lake State Park Bienville Plantation villasofameliaisland.com/play-here/golf 39 Beach Lagoon Rd., Amelia Island, 904-261-6161. Par 72. 5,999 yards. 18 holes. d d I Omni Amelia Island Plantation -Oak Marsh Course bienville.com 16673 S.E. 81st Dr., White Springs, 386-397-1989. Fishing and hunting catering to the individual sportsman, families and corporations. oridabigbendscenicbyway.org 1184 Lower Bridge Rd., Crawfordville, 850-745-0275. Explore undiscovered North Florida. d I oridastateparks.org/park/big-lagoon 12301 Gulf Beach Hwy., Pensacola, 850-492-1595. A nature lover’s paradise with 75 campsites, hiking trails, swimming and more. oridastateparks.org/park/deer-lake 6350 E. County Dr. 30-A, Santa Rosa Beach, 850-267-8300. Discover one of the most beautiful beaches in Northwest Florida. Devil’s Den Pre-Historic Spring Big Bend Scenic Byway devilsden.com 5390 N.E. 180th Ave., Williston, 352-528-3344. Resort, scuba diving & snorkeling. Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park villasofameliaisland.com/play-here/golf 6800 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 904-261-6161. Par 70. 5,584 yards. 72 holes. d Omni Amelia Island Plantation -Ocean Links Course Big Lagoon State Park oridastateparks.org/park/devils-millhopper 4732 Millhopper Rd., Gainesville, 352-955-2008. A stairway descends from the rim of this 120-foot-deep sinkhole into a miniature rain forest. Diver’s Den PGA Tour -THE PLAYERS Championship theplayerschampionship.com 100 PGA Tour Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-285-3700. Big Shoals State Park Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort oridastateparks.org/park/big-shoals 11330 S.E. C.R. 135, White Springs, 386-397-2733. A large parcel of cooperatively managed public land that features the largest whitewater rapids. diversdenpcb.com 3120 Thomas Dr., Panama City Beach, 850-234-8717. Daily charters, custom spearfishing trips, SCUBA certification and dive gear! sandestin.com/vfgolf 9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy. W., Miramar Beach, 855-494-1993. Par 72. 6,854 yards. 72 holes. d Big Talbot Island State Park Sandpiper Cove Golf Course sandpipercove.com 775 Gulf Shore Dr., Destin, 850-837-9121. 9 holes. oridastateparks.org/park/big-talbot-island State Rd. A1A , Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. A natural preserve providing a premier location for nature study, bird watching and photography. southernstardolphincruise.com Harborwalk Village 100 Harbor Blvd. Ste. A, Destin, 850-837-7741. A relaxing and educational tour of the bottlenose dolphin. Dolphin Cruise Southern Star Glass Bottom Boat Blackwater Canoe Rentals & Sales 76 ✹ VISITFLORIDA.com blackwatercanoe.com Milton, 850-623-0235. Canoe, tube, kayak...white sand just like our beautiful beaches, only with clear, fresh water. 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. Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park
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