Florida Outdoor Getaways 2008 - (Page 22) listings ATTRACTIONS Troy Spring State Park FloridaStateParks.org Off County Road 425, 1.3 miles north of U.S. 27, Branford, 386-935-4835. Feeding into the Suwannee River, the spring holds the remains of a scuttled Civil War-era steamboat. $-$$ Éi The Wilderness Way www.thewildernessway.net 4901 Woodville Hwy., Tallahassee, 850-877-7200. Professional paddle sport outfitter offering guided kayaking tours of the pristine waterways of Florida’s Big Bend. $$$$-$$$$$ Ê Big Talbot Island State Park FloridaStateParks.org A1A, north of Little Talbot, Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. Centuries of erosion have created a “boneyard” beach littered with driftwood and tree skeletons. $ Éi Twin Rivers State Forest www.fl-dof.com Western part of Suwannee County, western Hamilton County and eastern Madison County, 386-208-1460. Contains fourteen tracts of land, which provide an array of recreational opportunities. Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park FloridaStateParks.org County Road 2001, 3 miles west of Flagler Beach, 386-517-2084. See the ruins of a former plantation-sugar mill, springhouse, wells and slave cabins. $ Éi Northeast Cruises & Tours Amelia River Cruises and Charters www.ameliarivercruises.com One Front St., Fernandina Beach, 904-261-9972. River boat tours three times a day year ’round with nature and history narrations. Fun for all ages. Allow up to 2 hours. USDA Forest Service, National Forest in Florida www.southernregion.fs.fed.us/florida 325 John Knox Rd., F-100, Tallahassee, 850-523-8500. For information on the Florida Trail visit their website. $ Ê Cary State Forest www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/cary.html 7465 Pavilion Rd., Bryceville, 904-266-5021. The Florida Division of Forestry manages Cary State using the multiple-use concept. $ Ê Ë Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park FloridaStateParks.org 8312 S.W. 125th Ct., Cedar Key, 352-543-5567. Boat-only access. Protects salt marshes and tidal creeks, ideal for fishing and wildlife viewing. $$$ Ê EcoMotion Segway Tours www.ecomotiontours.com 11255 Fort George Rd., Jacksonville, 904-251-9477. Exclusive off-road Segway trips at island state parks: plantations, ruins and wildlife. Allow up to 2 hours. Castaway Island Preserve www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org/fct/parks 2885 San Pablo Rd. S., Jacksonville, 904-630-2489. Hike along the nature trail, observe local wildlife from the observation deck or enjoy a picnic. Wakulla Springs State Park and Lodge FloridaStateParks.org/wakullasprings 550 Wakulla Park Dr., Wakulla Springs, 850-224-5950. Lodge, restaurant, gift shop, meeting and banquet rooms, boat tours, swimming, picnicking and trails. Allow 45 minutes. $ Ê Éi Etoniah Creek State Forest www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/etoniah_creek.html 390 Holloway Rd., Florahome, 386-329-2552. Recreational activities include hiking, fishing, hunting, nature study and wildlife viewing. $$$$$ Ê Old Town Trolley Tours of St. Augustine www.trolleytours.com 167 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 800-868-7482. Expertly narrated tours of St. Augustine in open-air trolleys. Twenty stops for on and off touring. Allow 1.5 hours. $-$$$ Ê Faver-Dykes State Park FloridaStateParks.org 1000 Faver Dykes Rd., St. Augustine, 904-794-0997. Bordering tranquil Pellicer Creek, a popular site for birding with more than 100 species observed. $ Éi Watersports American Canoe Adventures www.aca1.com 10610 Bridge St., White Springs, 800-624-8081. American Canoe Adventures is pleased to be a partner with Florida’s Suwannee River Wilderness Trail. Allow several days. $$$$-$$$$$ Ê Ë Reynolds Park Yacht Center www.reynoldspark.com 1063 Bulkhead Rd., Green Cove Springs, 904-284-4667. Dinner cruise $45 per person. Includes dinner and entertainment. Allow 3 hours. Fernandina Plaza State Historic Site FloridaStateParks.org 2601 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, 904-277-7274. Visitors can enjoy a picnic with a view: an open grassy area marked by a historic marker. Blue Grotto Dive Resort www.divebluegrotto.com 3852 N.E. 172nd Ct., Williston, 352-528-5770. Florida’s largest accessible, clear water cavern dive. Depths to 100 feet in 72-degree water. Schooner Freedom Charters www.schoonerfreedom.com 111 Avenida Menendez, Ste. D, St. Augustine, 904-810-1010. St. Augustine’s only tall ship departs daily from the City Marina (next to Bridge of Lions). Fort Clinch State Park FloridaStateParks.org 2601 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, 904-277-7274. Tours are offered daily at this well-preserved 19th-century fort, depicting garrison life. $ Ê É Éi Blue Water Sports www.bluewatersports.net 2320 Apalachee Pkwy., Tallahassee, 866-302-3483. Blue Water Sports on and under water activities. Dive, paddle, row; explore Florida’s best kept secrets. Ë Éi St. Augustine Eco Tours www.staugustineecotours.com 111 Avenida Menendez, Slips #58 & 60, St. Augustine, 877-636-5744. Your best chance of seeing dolphins and a large variety of wildlife in St. Augustine. Ê Kayak Cedar Keys www.kayakcedarkeys.com Corner of First and A Street, Cedar Key, 352-543-9447. Kayak Cedar Keys invites you to explore “Cedar Keys” by kayak. A rare, natural experience awaits you. Ê St. Augustine Scenic Cruise www.scenic-cruise.com St. Augustine Municipal Marina, St. Augustine, 800-542-8316. “Take a boat ride.” See historic and natural sights along the St. Augustine waterfront. Allow 1.25 hours. $-$$$ Ê Fort George Island Cultural State Park FloridaStateParks.org A1A, 3 miles south of Little Talbot, Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. The recently restored Ribault Clubhouse was a favorite destination for the 1920’s Smart Set. $ Éi Fort Mose FloridaStateParks.org Saratoga Boulevard, off U.S. 1 North, St. Augustine, 904-461-2033. The first free African settlement in North America. Located on the Florida Black Heritage Trail. Éi River Haven Marina and Motel www.riverhavenmarinaandmotel.com 1110 Riverside Dr., Steinhatchee, 877-907-0709. On the Steinhatchee River. Affordable, clean rooms. Two-bedroom cottage, fishing and marine supplies available. Ê Fishing Anchors Aweigh Charters, Inc. www.anchorsaweighcharters.com Fernandina Harbor Marina, Fernandina Beach, 904-277-2086. Fishing and boating excursions for both sport fisherman and family fun. Wheelchair accessible. Allow up to a full day. $$$$$ Santa Fe Canoe Outpost www.santaferiver.com 2025 N.W. Santa Fe Blvd., High Springs, 386-454-2050. Canoe or kayak on “North Central Florida’s prettiest and cleanest river.” Fun for the whole family. Allow up to 5 days. $$-$$$ Ê Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach FloridaStateParks.org 3100 A1A Hwy. S., Flagler Beach, 386-517-2086. A windswept beach named for Florida folk singer Gamble Rogers and railroad baron Henry Flagler. $ Éi Castilian Amelian Excursions www.rapidsellers.com/pmallory 120 N. Second St., Ste. A, Fernandina Beach, 904-321-4142. Offshore and inshore fishing charters and sightseeing tours. Bait, tackle and license included. Allow up to 8 hours. Ê Suwannee Guides & Outfitters www.suwanneeguides.com 1548 S.E. Hwy. 346, Old Town, 352-542-8331. Paddling, fishing, cycling, boat cruises, kid’s trips and vacation home rentals. They offer all that and more. Allow up to 8 hours. George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park FloridaStateParks.org A1A South, 7 miles north of Little Talbot, Amelia Island, 904-251-2320. A mile-long fishing bridge spans Nassau Sound and is one of the best fishing areas in northeast Florida. $ Éi Recreation & Sports Conner’s A-Maize-Ing Acres www.connerscornfieldmaze.com 20090 C.R. 121, Hilliard, 904-879-5453. Hay rides, cow train, duck races, corn box, slides, general store, concessions and farm animals. Ê $$$-$$$$$ Ê T.N.T. Hideaway Inc. www.tnthideaway.com 6527 Coastal Hwy. (U.S. 98), Crawfordville, 850-925-6412. Canoe or kayak the spring fed river and view wildlife along the cypress tree-lined riverbanks. Allow 4 hours. $$$-$$$$ Ê Guana-Tolomato-Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve www.floridacoasts.org/gtm 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-823-4500. Features interpretive displays, three aquariums containing live creatures, full-scale models of fish and more. Ê Ê = guided tours Ë = guided tours available in other languages = camping/lodging available ¤ = vacation planner ¦ = vacation planner available in other languages ¢ = ethnic heritage guide É = beach wheelchairs available in some locations Éi = guide or information for disabled travelers NAME IN BOLD TYPE: Indicates VISIT FLORIDA Partner PRICES (reflect one adult paying regular admission): $= under $8; $$= $8 – $14; $$$= $15 – $24; $$$$= $25 – $44; $$$$$= $45 and up. KEY TO SYMBOLS State Parks & Public Lands Amelia Island State Park FloridaStateParks.org A1A, 7 miles north of Little Talbot, Amelia Island, 904-251-2320. More than 200 acres of undeveloped sea island recreational opportunities. $ Ê Éi Jennings State Forest www.fl-dof.com 1337 Long Horn Rd., Middleburg, 904-291-5530. Jennings State Forest is located in northwest Clay County near Middleburg. Anastasia State Park FloridaStateParks.org/anastasia 1340-A A1A Hwy. S., St. Augustine, 904-461-2033. Scenic Atlantic beach and lagoon bordered by rich tidal marshes and a forest of ancient oak trees. $ Éi Little Talbot Island State Park FloridaStateParks.org 12157 Heckscher Dr., Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. More than five miles of white beaches line one of the last unspoiled barrier islands in northeast Florida. $ É Éi continued on page 24 22 VISITFLORIDA.com/outdoors http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.thewildernessway.net http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.fl-dof.com http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/cary.html http://www.ameliarivercruises.com http://www.shourthernregion.fs.fed.us/r8/florida http://www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org/fct/parks http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.ecomotiontours.com http://www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/etoniah_creek.html http://FloridaStateParks.org/wakullasprings http://www.trolleytours.com http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.aca1.com http://www.reynoldspark.com http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.schoonerfreedom.com http://www.divebluegrotto.com http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.staugustineecotours.com http://www.bluewatersports.net http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.scenic-cruise.com http://www.kayakcedarkeys.com http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.riverhavenmarinaandmotel.com http://www.anchorsaweighcharters.com http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.santaferiver.com http://www.rapidsellers.com/pmallory http://www.suwanneeguides.com http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.connerscornfieldmaze.com http://www.tnthideaway.com http://www.floridacoasts.org/gtm http://FloridaStateParks.org http://www.fl-dof.com http://FloridaStateParks.org/anastasia http://FloridaStateParks.org http://VISITFLORIDA.com/outdoors
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