5 styles of adventure in Florida
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Waterscapes dominate Florida, bringing with them so many incredible adventure options: boating, diving, fishing, board sports. But to grasp the full scope of the state’s outdoors, you also need to think outside the H2O. Here, adventure expands into the forest and marsh, into big cities and small towns, along inland trails and past local farms, even up into those near-constantly sunny skies.
One definition of Florida adventure isn’t enough, which is why we’re presenting five ways to see the best this wild state has to offer. Which one speaks to you?
This post is proudly produced in partnership with VISIT FLORIDA.
On the water
Photo: Visit Florida
With three coastlines and many mighty rivers, springs, streams, and estuaries to “wet” your appetite for playing in the water, Florida defines aquatic adventures with terms like bottom time, bioluminescence, and the silver king. Do it right, and you’ll get acquainted with all three.
Hiking trails of all lengths traverse Florida’s bountiful green spaces and public lands, from the Everglades to Apalachicola National Forest. But they aren’t the only kind of trail — follow these five for adventures from paddling to beer tasting.
Thanks to its year-round flying-friendly skies, Florida offers all kinds of different options for getting airborne. Here are five ideas for a sky-high adventure, spanning the spectrum of extremity — from flightseeing excursions to straight up jumping out of a plane.
Roseate spoonbills, manatees, leatherback sea turtles, alligators, river otters, and more — Florida wildlife is the stuff of Animal Planet meets Dr. Seuss. Here are some of the best places to get up close and personal (or, as close as a healthy respect for nature allows).
Adventures in dining happen in the great outdoors throughout the state, throughout the year. From farm-to-table experiences to al fresco festivals, they impart a true flavor of Florida and will further broaden your definition of “adventure.”
This post is proudly produced in partnership with VISIT FLORIDA.