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.
Oakland, FloridaOur 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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Falling Waters State Park in Chipley, Florida
Jul 15, 25 08:19 AM
Falling Waters State Park in Chipley, Florida, is home to the state’s tallest waterfall. The park spans 171 acres in Washington County. -
Chipley, Florida. Showcase of Small Town Old Florida
Jul 15, 25 08:13 AM
Chipley, Florida is in the panhandle between Pensacola and Tallahassee. It is one of ht nicest small towns in this part of the state. -
Yankeetown, Florida: Where Elvis Followed That Dream
Jul 14, 25 08:01 PM
Yankeetown, Florida still treasures the days back in 1961 when Elvis Presley was in town to make the movie "Follow That Dream". -
14 Best of Florida's 1,000 Freshwater Springs
Jul 14, 25 10:33 AM
Florida has more freshwater springs than any other state in the country. A day trip here can give you a place to swim and see manatees and more. -
Bridge of Lions: St. Augustine Historic Treasure
Jul 13, 25 11:43 PM
The Bridge of Lions was rebuilt from 2006-2010, The rebuild preserved the beautiful historic features. -
The African Queen: Key Largo
Jul 13, 25 08:01 PM
The African Queen is a historic boat in Key Largo, Florida. It starred in the 1951 film *The African Queen* with Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn. -
St. Luke's Episcopal Church and Cemetery: Merritt Island
Jul 12, 25 08:47 PM
St. Luke's Episcopal Church and Cemetery on North Merritt Island is a tribut to the area's pioneer families. -
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Coconut Grove
Jul 12, 25 02:12 PM
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Coconut Grove was the home of an heir to the International Harvester company. -
Cabbage Key Inn & Restaurant: No Cheeseburger In Paradise?
Jul 11, 25 07:26 PM
Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant are accessible only by boat. It was the possible inspiration for Jimmy Buffet's Cheeseburger in Paradise. -
Useppa Island and Cabbage Key - Reminders of Old Florida
Jul 11, 25 07:24 PM
Useppa Island has been the location of luxury resorts for more than 100 years, and is currently the location of the private Useppa Island Club.
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Recent Articles
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Falling Waters State Park in Chipley, Florida
Jul 15, 25 08:19 AM
Falling Waters State Park in Chipley, Florida, is home to the state’s tallest waterfall. The park spans 171 acres in Washington County.