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. 

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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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  2. Chipley, Florida. Showcase of Small Town Old Florida

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  4. 14 Best of Florida's 1,000 Freshwater Springs

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  5. Bridge of Lions: St. Augustine Historic Treasure

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  6. The African Queen: Key Largo

    Jul 13, 25 08:01 PM

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  7. St. Luke's Episcopal Church and Cemetery: Merritt Island

    Jul 12, 25 08:47 PM

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  8. Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Coconut Grove

    Jul 12, 25 02:12 PM

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  9. Cabbage Key Inn & Restaurant: No Cheeseburger In Paradise?

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  10. Useppa Island and Cabbage Key - Reminders of Old Florida

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