If you want to see the real Florida and not just the theme parks, you are in luck because Florida has over 170 state parks for you to enjoy. Since I moved to this state, it has become my mission to explore each and every one of these parks.

Take a look at some of the parks on my list.

• Alafia River State Park
  A mountain bikers heaven located in Central Florida.
• Anastasia State Park
  White sand beaches in a park with a bit of history.
• Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
  An urban oasis in the Miami area.
• Little Big Econ State Park
  Central Florida park located just outside of the city of Oviedo, FL. One of the best trail systems in Florida.
• Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
  Located in Keystone Heights FL, this is a great park to camp under the tall pines.
• Tomoka State Park
  Close proximity to Daytona Beach and fantastic bird watching opportunities.