FLORIDA BACK ROADS TRAVEL
OFF THE BEATEN PATH
BY Mike Miller Updated January 6, 2024
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.
Recent Articles
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Port Salerno, Florida: Historic Fishing Village on Manatee Pocket
Jul 27, 24 10:25 AM
Port Salerno Florida is a historic fishing village south of Stuart. It is on the protected waters of Manatee Pocket, a natural hurricane hole. -
Princess Place Preserve - Story Behind the Name
Jul 25, 24 04:32 PM
Princess Place Preserve is a 1500 acre pristine park north of Palm Coast. Its lodge is the oldest standing structure in Flagler County. -
Discover Melbourne, Florida: Things to Do, History, Culture
Jul 23, 24 09:32 AM
Melbourne, Florida is a small city on the Indian River Lagoon in Central East Florida. It was named after Melbourne, Australia. -
Fort Pierce, Florida. Historic City on the Indian River
Jul 22, 24 04:43 PM
Fort Pierce, Florida is a city on both the Indian River and Atlantic Ocean. It's downtown has a revitalized waterfront and marina as the focus of the city. -
Stuart, Florida: Sailfish Capital of the World
Jul 22, 24 10:40 AM
Stuart, Florida is on the Treasure Coast on the Atlantic. Along with its neighbor, Port Salerno, it is a fishing and boating paradise. -
Mayport, Florida: Old Fishing Village, Car Ferry, Naval Base
Jul 22, 24 09:29 AM
Mayport, Florida is an old fishing village on the St Johns River at the Atlantic Ocean. It is also the home of Naval Air Station Mayport.se. -
LaBelle Florida: Home Of The Swamp Cabbage Festival
Jul 21, 24 09:50 AM
LaBelle, Florida is one of the most culturally southern towns in Southwest Florida. In recent years its agriculture has attracted many Mexican workers. -
101 Famous Floridians: They Had An Impact on the State
Jul 20, 24 06:03 PM
Famous Floridians include pioneers and historic figures who helped shape the state before they passed away. -
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Jul 20, 24 05:23 PM
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art is located on Park Avenue in Winter Park, Florida and is a treasure chest of American art. -
5 Florida Lighthouses You Can Visit By Car
Jul 19, 24 09:36 AM
This road trip includes 5 lighthouses. One of them is the only official inland lighthouse in Florida.
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Recent Articles
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Port Salerno, Florida: Historic Fishing Village on Manatee Pocket
Jul 27, 24 10:25 AM
Port Salerno Florida is a historic fishing village south of Stuart. It is on the protected waters of Manatee Pocket, a natural hurricane hole.