Florida is one of the nation's renowned vacationlands. Tourism is Florida's number one industry. Visitors flock to Walt Disney World®, Epcot Center®, Universal Studios, and other recreational attractions. Many vacationers, however, do not realize the diversity of Florida.
In addition to the theme parks, Florida's appeal extends from the vast expanse
of the Everglades in the south to notable cities such as Saint Augustine
and Pensacola in the north. Florida's historic and natural sites offer travelers
an opportunity to view a totally different side of Florida.
Florida has approximately 150 state parks and 3 national parks. Visitors
to these parks can enjoy such activities as swimming, camping, hiking,
fishing, boating, scuba diving, or simply reflecting on Florida's natural
and cultural resources.
When planning
your trip, consider the following:
Biscayne, Everglades, and Dry Tortugas National Parks are located in Southern
Florida.
Six of the top 20 beaches in America are located in Florida state parks.
The state park system includes state preserves, state parks, state archeological
sites, state museums, and others.
Florida has 6 national wildlife refuges and 3 national forests in which many
national wilderness areas are located.
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