by Jenna Workman | Jun 3, 2025 | Florida State Parks
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...
by Jenna Workman | Jun 3, 2025 | Florida State Parks
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...
by Jenna Workman | Jun 3, 2025 | Florida State Parks
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...
by Jenna Workman | Oct 11, 2024 | Florida State Parks
I woke up early and ready for a new day of exploration. I pulled up to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park as soon as the gate opened. The good thing about being at the park when it first opens is that no one else is really around so I had the park all to myself. The...
by Jenna Workman | Oct 11, 2024 | Florida State Parks
I visited Apalachicola on New Year’s Day in search of the John Gorrie Museum State Park. Right away I found out that small, historic town was like many others, closed on a holiday. There were a couple of eateries and shops open but most businesses we not. I...
by Jenna Workman | Oct 11, 2024 | Florida State Parks
When I arrived at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park at 8:30 am, I spoke, at length, to the park ranger at the front gate and he strongly encouraged me to take the 10 a.m. tour of the park that was given each day. Usually I am not one to wait around but he was very...
