Visiting Caladesi Island Beach

Visiting Caladesi Island Beach

by CornacopiaBlog | Jun 21, 2023 | Florida State Parks, Florida Travel

Often voted as one of the best beaches in the United States, Caladesi Island State Park is a reprieve from the crowds. Located in Dunedin, FL, near Clearwater and St. Petersburg, Caladesi Island beach is an undeveloped barrier island that harkens back to another time...
Casting For Fish On Skyway Fishing Pier

Casting For Fish On Skyway Fishing Pier

by CornacopiaBlog | Oct 29, 2020 | Florida State Parks, Florida Travel

Who would have thought that a fishing pier would be part of the Florida State Park system? Considered the world’s longest fishing pier, the Skyway Fishing Pier State Park offers opportunities to enjoy the weather, get great views on the Sunshine Skyway, go...
A Day of Adventure at Blue Spring State Park

A Day of Adventure at Blue Spring State Park

by CornacopiaBlog | Jan 11, 2020 | Florida State Parks, Florida Travel

The winter home to hundreds of manatees at certain points during the winter months, Blue Spring State Park lets visitors get an unclose view of Florida wildlife. An offshoot of the St. John’s River, Blue Spring is a constant 72 degrees Fahrenheit all year round....
Kayaking, Camping and Adventure at Hillsborough River State Park

Kayaking, Camping and Adventure at Hillsborough River State Park

by CornacopiaBlog | Jul 1, 2019 | Florida State Parks, Florida Travel

Built during the Great Depression by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and one of the first of Florida’s state parks,  Hillsborough River State Park is located on about 3,000 acres and offers a variety of activities for the everyone. The lands have been...
Florida State Parks: #5 Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Florida State Parks: #5 Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

by CornacopiaBlog | Jun 12, 2019 | Florida State Parks, Florida Travel

When you think of a state park, you probably image campgrounds, canoes and firepits. Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park will throw you for a loop. Located in Homosassa, FL, Homosassa Springs State Park is a refuge for animals who need a second...
Finding History At Ybor City Museum State Park

Finding History At Ybor City Museum State Park

by CornacopiaBlog | Jun 6, 2019 | Florida State Parks, Florida Travel

Known for its bars and restaurants, Ybor City has a deep history that goes back to the 1800’s. A city within the city, Ybor was a place to work and live for those in the cigar industry. The Ybor City Museum State Park tells the history of those workers and...
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Hi! I'm Marcea – nice to meet you. I love showing people unique things to do in Florida. I'm working on visiting all 175 Florida State Parks. I also enjoy exploring beaches, visiting Black history sites, and learning more about the state's hundreds of years of history. In addition to writing about Florida, I'll share other travel adventures I take around the USA and the world. Glad you're along for the ride!

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