FLORIDA BACK ROADS TRAVEL
OFF THE BEATEN PATH
BY Mike Miller Updated January 25, 2025
The rapid population growth and unchecked development of the past half century have left us long time Floridians saddened for the Florida we have lost.
Our state seems to be changing faster every year. We remember the way it was and wish it were still the same. Since that can never be, we created this website to help you find off the beaten path places that still have that “Old Florida” feeling.
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Florida Historic Sites: Landmarks of History and Heritage
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Navarre Beach Marine Park
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Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park and Lodge
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Recent Articles
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Florida Historic Sites: Landmarks of History and Heritage
May 24, 25 06:38 PM
Discover Florida historic sites, from St. Augustine’s ancient streets to Ybor City’s and Key West's cigar heritage.