There’s no shortage of places to paddle in the Tampa Bay Area. From mangrove tunnels to spring-fed rivers and hidden indland gems, here are ten of my favorite spots within 90 minutes of Tampa.

Just off the coast of Port Richey, about 50 minutes north of Tampa, paddlers can kayak, SUP, or canoe to Durney Key, a small Gulf island near one of Florida’s rare remaining clusters of historic stilt houses Here’s what to know before heading out on the water.

With more than 175 state parks across Florida, a few are bound to stand out from the crowd. From disappearing rivers to wild bison and a museum dedicated to air conditioning, here are six of the strangest Florida State Parks worth adding to your list.

There are so many ways to enjoy Everglades National Park, but at 1.5 million acres, it can be hard to know where to start. Keep this list in mind for your next visit, whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned Everglades explorer looking for a new adventure.