Situated in the upper Hogtown Creek basin, 29th Road Park features nature trails through upland mixed forest, slope forest, and bottomland forest along the shady banks of Hogtown Creek, Gainesville’s largest stream. Breathtaking views of fern-covered slopes beneath towering trees…

Adventure Island is a water park located northeast of Tampa, Florida and features 30 acres of water rides, dining, and other attractions.

Our Flagship Park, Adventure Landing and Shipwreck Island Water Park in Jacksonville Beach, is the largest Family Entertainment Center in northeast Florida. Offering individual & family fun for all ages, Adventure Landing can accommodate private and semi-private group events hosting…

Opens June 1st for summer, weather permitting. Check website or call for exact hours. Our summertime showcase is Shipwreck Island Water Park, featuring the Little St. Johns River, Typhoon Lagoon – a half-million-gallon wave pool, and 4Xtreme slides.

Based in the heart of North Florida’s famous “Spring Country,” Adventure Outpost offers guided kayak and canoe tours on over 60 waterways throughout the region. Each week we lead 3 – 4 tours on some of the rivers, spring runs, lakes and coastal paddles…

Over a mile of trails wind through upland mixed forest and slope forest, tracing the course of Hogtown Creek. A scenic overlook provides visitors a view of the confluence of Glen Springs Run and Hogtown Creek where the clear water…

Bowling alley and arcade with bumpers available to kids!

The Appleton is an award-winning contemporary interpretation of classical architecture clad in Italian travertine marble. The 81,610-square-foot museum features 30,000 square feet of gallery space devoted to the Appleton’s permanent collections.

Ashton Biodiversity Research & Preservation Institute, Inc. (ABRPI) is a non-profit 501c3 corporation in north-central Florida. We are dedicated to environmental conservation in our region with a particular focus on upland habitats and tortoises. Click the links below for more…

*Summer 2019 Trail Closure Alert* South entrance and south trails will be closed this summer because of timber harvest activities. We anticipate closing the entrance and trails beginning late June or July 2019. Updates will be posted as available. Levy…

Beacher’s Lodge Oceanfront Suites is a condo-hotel, located just a 10-mile drive to the historic area of St. Augustine, Florida. But that’s not all there is to enjoy in St. Augustine. We are fortunate to have great restaurants, great outlet malls…

Big Cat Rescue is one of the largest accredited sanctuaries in the world dedicated to abused and abandoned big cats. We are home to about 80+ lions, tigers, bobcats, cougars and other species most of whom have been abandoned, abused, orphaned,…

Newly rebuilt boardwalks and overlooks, new hiking trails, new playground equipment, and other upgraded amenities now await visitors to one of Gainesville’s oldest nature parks. The lush greenery of the live oak hammock provides habitat for forest wildlife, while wading…

Experience an authentic old Florida landscape on horseback. You don’t need your own horse or previous riding experience to have an equestrian adventure! Black Prong Adventures, located inside Black Prong Resort in Bronson, FL offers guided group trail rides for…

Black Prong is a tranquil retreat for equestrians and nature lovers locate in Bronson, FL. Great for a weekend get away, stay-cation or day trip! Nestled in the heart of the 53,000-acre Goethe State Forest, guests have access to miles…

Our goal is to create an environment that is both fun and educational. With a tropical atmosphere, children and adults alike will have a tropical paradise without the travel time. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff are always ready to help…

The nineteenth-century waterworks building, located at Boulware Springs, once provided the water supply for the City of Gainesville. Boulware Springs produces approximately 194,000 gallons of water a day, which flows into Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park. Picnic facilities are available.…

Busch Gardens Tampa is a 335-acre African-themed animal theme park located in the city of Tampa, Florida.

Towering cliffs, sparkling lakes, old-growth oak trees, massive canyons… and zip lines running through it all!  You won’t find this terrain anywhere but at The Canyons Zip Line & Canopy Tours.

We are licensed by Alachua County, Florida and The U.S. Fish and Wildlife and The United States Department of Agriculture. We are inspected no less than once a year and have never been cited. We are members of The Zoological Association of America and The Feline Conservation Federation.…

Cedar Key is a quiet island community nestled among many tiny keys on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Long admired for its natural beauty and abundant supply of seafood, it is a tranquil village, rich with the almost forgotten history…

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is a conservation resource providing experiences that excite and inspire children and adults to learn and act on behalf of wildlife. The Zoo is home to more than 350 animals, representing over 100…

Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties, play zones & mouse mascot.

Locally sourced dinner and dessert the way grandma did it. Call CindyBGoods or go online today to see all there is to offer!

Bordering the extensive wetlands of Sugarfoot Prairie, Clear Lake Nature Park is quietly nestled between the old University Avenue communities and SW 62nd Boulevard. The trails in this small park invite the visitor to slow down and soak up the…

CoCo Key Hotel and on-site Water Resort is the best Orlando hotel for your family! With 391 guest rooms, a 54,000 sq. ft. canopy-covered and outdoor water park, a 6,500 sq. ft. state-of-the-art arcade, 3 on-site restaurants, a convenience store,…

In the heart of urbanized west Gainesville, Cofrin Nature Park features a half-mile long hiking trail. Once a horse farm, much of this park is returning to forest through natural succession. Large hardwood trees are found in the forest along…

In the heart of urbanized west Gainesville, Cofrin Nature Park features a half-mile long hiking trail. Once a horse farm, much of this park is returning to forest through natural succession. Large hardwood trees are found in the forest along picturesque Beville…

Crayola Experience is where the magic of Crayola comes to life! With 70,000 square feet of attractions, Crayola Experience is Florida's most colorful family destination for interactive, creative play!

Crystal River, the gem, of Florida's beautiful Nature Coast is designated as an Outstanding Florida Waterway and offering ample opportunities for boating, diving, swimming, fishing as well as a variety of Manatee, Eco-Tours our many attractions, our warm and welcoming…

In 1998, State Representative Cynthia Moore Chestnut sponsored a grant for a park to serve the residents of SE Alachua County.  Local businessman, Clark Butler, was called upon and he also donated funds. The park was opened to the public…

Dade City’s Wild Things is a For-Profit American Conservation, ecotourism Safari Zoo adventure that brings you closer than ever to some magnificent animals on our guided tours along with amazing animal encounters with tiger cubs, otters, sloth, anteaters, monkey, etc.

Where you can relax and treat yourself or let the good times go full throttle. In Daytona Beach, you have a 500-foot sandy backdrop to unplug, unwind and reconnect with one another. Start your trip off at full speed. Or embrace the tranquility.…

Bought in 1993 by our current owners, this natural wonder has been transformed from a simple scuba diving site to a world class tourist attraction.   Visit one of North America's most prehistoric places, Devil's Den Spring! This underground spring inside a dry cave has…

The nature trail is open as an out and back trail (not a loop) due to the trail bridge closure. Views into the sinkhole are still provided. Update: as upgrades to the trail bridge started, it was determined that more extensive safety improvements…

Disney's Animal Kingdom park is a Walt Disney World theme park with daily and nightly attractions and experiences, including Pandora – The World of Avatar.

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park, one of 2 Water Parks in Walt Disney World Resort, features one of the world's tallest and fastest free-falling waterslides, as well as slides and rides for the whole family—like a kid-sized, snow-castle fountain play…

Epcot is a theme park at Walt Disney World Resort featuring exciting attractions, international pavilions, award-winning fireworks & seasonal special events.

Disney's Hollywood Studios is a theme park at Walt Disney World Resort with iconic attractions, blockbuster entertainment, character experiences and more

Magic Kingdom Park is a theme park at Walt Disney World Resort featuring classic attractions, enchanting fireworks, musical parades, and Disney Characters.

Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, one of 2 Water Parks in Walt Disney World Resort, features attractions for the whole family—from fast waterslides to a children's area with pint-sized raft rides. Catch 6-foot waves in the Surf Pool and snorkel…

This duck pond is right next to North Florida Regional Medical Center! Bring the family to the pond to enjoy and watch the ducks and turtles swim around their home.

Newly opened to the public, this facility was bought with funds from the Florida Communities Trust and developed by the City of Gainesville Public Works Department with assistance from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Tucked away in East Gainesville's…

When Homosassa Springs was a popular train stop in the early 1900s, passengers could picnic and take a dip in the spring while train cars were being loaded up with cedar, crabs, fish and spring water. A unique underwater structure,…

Located along Florida’s Atlantic Coast between Daytona Beach and St. Augustine, cozy Flagler Beach offers miles of sparkling beaches, bountiful fishing, beachside shops, waterfront restaurants, and natural parks and other wonders.

Come visit our incredible family fun center at Flip Factory Zone! Enjoy our gigantic layout of Trampolines,  Lanes, Dodgeball, Trampoline-Basketball, an Aerial Silks adventure, a Challenging Ninja Course, a High Flyin’ Ropes Course and we even have a Two-Story Laser…

The Florida Aquarium enables you to get up close to many of Florida’s aquatic and terrestrial animals and ecosystems, as well as others from around the world. More than a must-see attraction, we are working to protect and restore our…

The Florida Museum houses more than 40 million specimens and artifacts, including one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of butterflies and moths, and is one the nation’s top five museums. Visitors to the exhibits facility on the UF campus…

Come join our FREE, FUN Couples Workshop, called ELEVATE, where we will share relationship strengthening skills that can take your relationship to the next level. We will share 9 important skills in every relationship as well as ways to increase…