PINELLAS COUNTY, Florida — Honeymoon Island's pristine, white beaches and popular trails and forestry offer a calm escape from the noise. One year ago, it was at the center of a loud debate when ...

Florida is packed with theme parks that require military-level planning and stamina, but Honeymoon Island State Park near Dunedin offers something radically different—the chance to actually relax.

“Bahia Honda State Park is truly one of the crown jewels of the Florida Keys,” says Kara Franker of the Monroe County Tourist ...

TOMS RIVER — In the wake of a controversial new lottery system for anglers at Island Beach State Park, which left many locals empty-handed, a coalition of state legislators and Ocean County ...

Losing the permit is “very depressing,” says Dzindzio, who had held a pass for nearly a half century before being rejected ...

A former Florida state trooper and corrections officer allegedly killed and dismembered a woman who wanted to start a life ...

TOMS RIVER — Citing frustrations over permits that sell out in minutes, the Ocean County Board of Commissioners has formally requested that the state prioritize New Jersey residents for vehicle access ...

The owner of a Delray Beach dog day care is facing charges with aggravated animal cruelty, accused of injuring a 7-month-old poodle named Cosmo.

ATLANTA — A Georgia park is one of the most snake-infested state parks in the nation. That’s according to “World Atlas,” which named “Skidaway Island State Park” as one of seven with the most snakes.

Do you jump at the sight of snakes? Unfortunately, Georgia is home to a wide variety of them, and there's one particularly hot spot for these reptilious residents. Last week, WorldAtlas released its ...

A state lawmaker is proposing the purchase of 283 acres in Hilo for what he calls a passive recreation wilderness park.

This Midwest state park features the Great Lake of Michigan and various water activities. Plus, there is plenty of nature to ...