Florida Camping and Kayaking

Florida is mind-blowing in the sheer variety of ecosystems it offers for outdoor exploration. Whether you’re paddling through mangrove tunnels, drifting over crystal-clear spring-fed rivers, or gliding across blackwater streams under towering cypress, every trip feels like a new world. Add in salt marshes, freshwater sloughs, barrier island lagoons, tropical seagrass beds, and even coral reefs—and you’ve got one of the most diverse kayaking destinations in the country.

Camping in Florida’s state parks is the perfect way to immerse yourself in these landscapes. Some of the nicest camping I’ve experienced has been in Florida. Wake up to birdsong and experience ecosystems most people only ever read about.