ORLANDO, Fla. — While slogging through a Florida swamp in shin-deep water might not be everyone’s idea of a good time, that was precisely how I chose to spend a long November weekend on a bucket-list ...

Florida’s hiking trails offer a diverse tapestry of natural wonders waiting to be explored. Despite our reputation for having ...

Florida offers incredible beach camping, with the very best areas delivering unbeatable ocean views, sandy campsites, and unforgettable seaside nights.

South Florida may be nestled on one of the most coveted coastlines in the world, but is also rich with swampy wilderness that is home to exotic wildlife and amazing plants. Pack your gear and discover ...

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Carving out the Florida National Scenic Trail began in 1966, and now the hiking path from the Everglades to the western Panhandle visits springs, manatees, wetlands, alligators, white beach, turquoise ...

As I slog my feet over a sandy path, the Florida sun beams down on me. I’m hot, sweaty, filthy and tired — and my backpack straps keep rubbing against my hips. But I’m having the time of my life.

Dunnellon Trail Bridges Road Trailhead, Dunnellon Free to access, 2.5 miles This portion of the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway connects the Cross Florida Greenway to the Withlacoochee ...

The crown jewels of Florida's multi-billion-dollar tourism empire - Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World and more than 70 other theme parks - annually attract millions of visitors to the ...

Grayson Haver Currin is a longtime music journalist and former newspaper editor from North Carolina. Undeterred, I set out last month with my wife, Tina, from the trailhead due west of Miami, at the ...

Backpacking conjures up visions of short pants, thick socks and wearing heavy boots while carrying a big stick. But hiking trails nowadays can include biking and kayaking down a lazy river. One thing ...