Lake Kissimmee State Park

Lake Kissimmee State Park

At this point in my journey, State Parking had become a huge part of my life. I would dare say I was obsessed with it. Every free moment I had I wanted to spend it visiting a park. So when Brian told me he was going away for the weekend, I asked if I could tag along....
Lake Louisa State Park

Lake Louisa State Park

I asked my dad what he was doing the day after Thanksgiving because I was interested in exploring his favorite state park – Lake Louisa. I knew he would be the best guide because he has spent countless hours there; visiting, camping, and exploring the land. During our...
Lafayette Blue Springs

Lafayette Blue Springs

The beginning of the Panhandle is about 4.5 hours away from where I live in DeLand, then it’s about another 4 hours to the farthest end. I knew it was going to take time to explore all of the parks in that area and I wasn’t sure if I was going to be able...
Koreshan State Park

Koreshan State Park

I did a little research before I headed into Koreshan State Park and, at first, I was a little put-off. I was wondering why the state park system would preserve a place that was basically built by a cult but I must tell you, the grounds were really beautiful. Casey...
Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

When state parking, the roads are often quiet and the gas stations are few and far between. I headed off to Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park with a very low amount of gas in my car. I had to stop at this crazy and scary gas station to fill up but they took cards...