Florida is a year-round playground for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a wide range of activities that showcase its diverse ecosystems, from sun-soaked beaches to lush forests and wetlands. Whether you're exploring the sparkling coastlines, paddling through mangrove tunnels, or hiking in state parks, outdoor activities in Florida provide endless adventure.
Florida’s beaches are a top destination for swimming, snorkeling, surfing, and beachcombing. The Gulf Coast and Atlantic shores offer stunning views and opportunities to experience marine life. For water lovers, kayaking and paddleboarding in places like the Everglades or along the Intracoastal Waterway provide a close encounter with Florida’s unique wildlife, including manatees and dolphins.
Florida also offers hiking, camping, and biking in its many state parks and nature reserves, such as Ocala National Forest and the Florida Keys. For those seeking thrills, Florida’s many rivers and springs are perfect for canoeing and tubing, while its forests offer exciting opportunities for ziplining and off-roading.
From relaxing on sandy shores to exploring the state's diverse natural landscapes, outdoor activities in Florida cater to all adventurers. Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape in nature or an action-packed adventure, Florida's outdoor scene has something for everyone.
Fishing in Florida
Fishing is a major attraction in Florida, from deep-sea fishing in the Gulf of Mexico to casting lines in the state’s numerous lakes and rivers. Wildlife enthusiasts can enjoy birdwatching, as the state is home to hundreds of bird species, or embark on eco-tours to spot alligators, sea turtles, and more.
Florida Hunting Trips
Whitetail deer and wild hogs are the most common big game species in Florida. However, Florida hunting is also known for unique species including: alligators; pythons; and Osceola turkeys.
- Whitetail Deer – More than 100,000 whitetail deer are taken by hunters each Florida hunting season.
- Hogs – Second to deer, wild hogs abound.
- Osceola Wild Turkey – One of the most sought-after game species in Florida is the Osceola wild turkey. Found on the Florida peninsula, they're extremely popular with out-of-state hunters after their Grand Slam.
- Alligator – In Florida, alligator hunting is well managed and has been internationally recognized as a model conservation program for the sustainable use of a natural resource. CITES permits and an alligator trapping license are required for alligator hunting in Florida.
- Python – The Burmese python is a large invasive species in Florida. Found primarily in and around the Everglades ecosystem in south Florida, they are a threat to native wildlife. Pythons can be killed on private lands at any time with landowner permission and no permit required. They may also be taken at any time throughout the year on public land.
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