Official Links — My Florida Parks Passport

Plan & Reserve

Book campsites and cabins, check park alerts, and find your next stamp.

Florida State Parks Reservations Book campsites, cabins, and pavilions across the state park system. Popular sites open 11 months out — reserve early. reserve.floridastateparks.org Florida State Parks The official home of all 175+ state parks — hours, fees, alerts, closures, and park-by-park activity guides. floridastateparks.org Florida State Parks Foundation The official nonprofit partner of Florida State Parks, funding park improvements, programs, and volunteers. floridastateparksfoundation.org Recreation.gov Reservations for federal lands in Florida — national parks, national forests, and wildlife refuges. recreation.gov

Wildlife & Licenses

Know the rules for fishing, boating, and sharing the water with Florida's wildlife.

Florida Fish & Wildlife (FWC) Wildlife rules, boating regulations, manatee zones, and gator safety straight from the state agency. myfwc.com Go Outdoors Florida Buy official Florida fishing and hunting licenses and permits online before your trip. gooutdoorsflorida.com FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline Report injured or distressed manatees, sea turtles, and other wildlife, or wildlife-law violations: 888-404-FWCC (3922). 888-404-3922

Weather & Safety

Check conditions before you go — Florida weather changes fast.

National Weather Service Official forecasts, heat advisories, lightning risk, and marine forecasts for every corner of Florida. weather.gov National Hurricane Center Tropical outlooks and storm tracking — essential from June through November. nhc.noaa.gov Florida Division of Emergency Management Statewide emergency info, evacuation updates, and storm preparedness resources. floridadisaster.org

Conservation & Trails

Groups protecting the springs, wildlife, and trails we all love.

Florida Springs Institute Science and advocacy for Florida's springs — learn what keeps them clear and how to help. floridaspringsinstitute.org Save the Manatee Club Manatee protection, adoption programs, and live webcams from Blue Spring State Park. savethemanatee.org Leave No Trace The seven principles for minimizing your impact — the foundation of every good trip. lnt.org Florida Trail Association Maps and volunteer opportunities for the 1,500-mile Florida National Scenic Trail. floridatrail.org

Packing for the trip?

Our trail-tested guides cover the gear, checklists, and know-how for paddling, hiking, and camping in the Florida heat.

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