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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Recent Articles
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Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park
May 06, 25 04:24 PM
Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park near Starke honors the military history of Camp Blanding. It is housed in a restored World War II barracks. -
Cocoa Beach, Florida. Then and Now
May 06, 25 10:59 AM
Cocoa Beach is a top destination for vacationing, with beaches, surfing, and many nearby attractions. -
Micanopy, Florida: Historic Village Named for Seminole Chief
May 06, 25 10:07 AM
Micanopy is a village south of Gainesville with nice antique shops and restaurants. The town is a historic district. -
24 Famous Women in Florida History: They Made a Big Difference
May 05, 25 12:00 PM
Famous women in Florida history encompass almost all backgrounds and professions. -
Fort Ogden - Ziba King The Florida Cattle Baron
May 05, 25 11:35 AM
When Ziba King died in 1901 he reportedly owned 50,000 head of cattle worth $500,000. This represented 10 percent of all the cattle in Florida. -
Florida Heritage Sites: Landmarks of History
May 04, 25 11:15 PM
Florida heritage sites are locations that celebrate and explain various important historical facts. -
Bradlee-McIntyre House
May 04, 25 11:01 PM
The Bradlee-McIntyre House is a historic home in Longwood, Florida. Built in 1885, it showcases Queen Anne-style architecture. -
Clay County Historical and Railroad Museum
May 04, 25 10:49 PM
The Clay County Historical and Railroad Museum in Green Cove Springs preserves the county’s past. Located in the 1890 Courthouse Annex, it shows everyday life. -
El Jobean Post Office and General Store
May 04, 25 10:46 PM
The El Jobean Post Office and General Store is a historic landmark in El Jobean, Florida. Built in 1923, it combines a post office and general store. -
McKee Botanical Garden
May 04, 25 08:37 PM
McKee Botanical Garden is a tranquil oasis in Vero Beach, Florida. Spanning 18 acres, it features over 10,000 native and tropical plants.
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Recent Articles
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Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park
May 06, 25 04:24 PM
Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park near Starke honors the military history of Camp Blanding. It is housed in a restored World War II barracks.