If you’re looking for a fun way to spend the day, there are plenty of great day trips from Tallahassee that will keep your feet moving and your mind busy. Whether you’re interested in exploring historic sites, shopping at local boutiques, or hiking through nature preserves, you’re sure to find something that suits your tastes.
Wild Adventures in Valdosta, GA is a Theme Park, Waterpark and Animal Park – all in one. Enjoy thrilling rides and roller coasters for all ages, hundreds of exotic animals, shows and all-star concerts each season. Take a break from…
The Wacissa River, a tributary of the Aucilla, is located in a sparsely populated slice of Florida’s Big Bend region. Both of these beautiful rivers are designated State Paddling Trails and are designated “Outstanding Florida Waterways.” Twelve major springs feed…
Step back in time and enjoy the classic mermaid show, but remember this quintessential Old Florida site is also home to the deepest freshwater cave system in the country and abundant protected wildlife. Perhaps the best-known symbol of the yesteryear…
Where Florida meets the southwest corner of Georgia, the Chattahoochee and Flint rivers converge to form Lake Seminole, the setting for this peaceful park. Hiking through forested hills of pine and mixed hardwoods, visitors might catch sight of fox squirrels,…
On a barrier island fronting historic Apalachicola Bay, this park offers visitors a little strip of paradise. St. George is a favorite destination for beachgoers, bird-watchers and anglers, offering spectacular Gulf of Mexico sunsets and the best stargazing in the…
Seacrest Wolf Preserve is a full-fledged 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe and humane sanctuary for displaced captive wolves. We are open to the public for tours on Saturdays and open during the week for Private VIP tours.…
Since the 19th century, Silver Springs has been one of Florida’s most treasured landscapes. As one of the largest artesian springs ever discovered, audiences have long been captured by the springs’ natural beauty and vibrant clarity. From the glass bottom…
Rattlesnake Lake North offers a boat ramp, picnic pavilion, pedestal grill, fire ring, and portable toilet. Overnight camping is available by reservation only. This site can hold a maximum of 25 people. The Day Use area and boat ramp are…
This beautiful clear spring is named for Juan Ponce de León, who led the first Spanish expedition to Florida in 1513-as legend has it-in search of the “fountain of youth.” Visitors might well regain their youth by taking a dip…
Georgia’s “Little Grand Canyon” is a testament to the power of man’s influence on the land. Massive gullies as deep as 150 feet were caused simply by poor farming practices during the 1800s, yet today they make some of the…
The Panhandle Pioneer Settlement has 18 historical buildings, all of which have been restored and are now open to the public. There are animals for the children to enjoy as well as an old General Store. Anyone with a love…
The 10-acre recreation area, managed by the Northwest Florida Water Management District, is in a natural setting of native forest that includes trails and access to other springs. The District recently completed restoration activities and recreational improvements to address shoreline…