hidden gems florida

We Found a 150-Year-Old Ghost Town Hidden in a Florida Wilderness

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Weathered entrance sign for Ethel Cemetery, established in 1880, standing beside a grassy field within Rock Springs Run State Reserve in Florida.

Some Places Refuse to Be Forgotten Most people visit Rock Springs Run State Reserve for the hiking trails, wildlife, and beautiful Florida wilderness. We came looking for a ghost town. Hidden beneath towering pines and miles of sandy trails lies the forgotten community of Ethel, Florida. Once home to pioneering families, a railroad stop, a … Read more

Florida Caverns State Park: Florida’s Hidden Underground Gem

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Purple-lit cave at Florida Caverns State Park, a hidden gem in the South

If you ever find yourself traveling through the Florida Panhandle, Florida Caverns State Park in Marianna is one of those stops that lingers long after the road trip ends. The first time Dusty and I visited, we weren’t really sure what to expect. Caves in Florida? It felt out of place. But after taking a … Read more