FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 9, 2015

CONTACT: DEP Press Office, 850-245-2112, DEPNews@dep.state.fl.us 

DEP LAUNCHES NEW STATE PARKS AND TRAILS WEBSITE

~Website helps visitors plan trips to Florida state parks and state-designated trails~

TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Department of Environmental Protection launched a new and improved website for Florida’s state parks and trails at www.floridastateparks.org. 

The new website includes enhanced maps and search abilities to help find specific facilities, activities or events. It has a new look and feel and features breathtaking photos highlighting Florida’s natural and historic treasures. Visitors will find it easier to plan their trips to state parks and state-designated trails. The new website is also smartphone and tablet friendly.

“We are excited about this new website and the enhanced tools to help Floridians and visitors plan their trips to state parks and state trails,” said Donald Forgione, director of the Florida Park Service. "From the maps to the search boxes, this site is easier to navigate."

From 2013-2014, 27.5 million people visited state parks and state trails. Each week, approximately 130,000 visitors come to the website looking for information to plan their trips.

Floridians and visitors are invited to visit the new website to plan their next visit to a state park or state trail. Be sure to share the new website on your social media platforms using the hashtag #flstateparks.

About Florida State Parks, Greenways and Trails

The Florida Park Service is the proud recipient of three National Gold Medals for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, making Florida America’s first three-time Gold Medal winner. The awards were received in 1999, 2005 and 2013 from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration and the National Recreation and Park Association.

Florida’s 171 state parks and trails inspire residents and visitors with recreation opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With 161 parks, 10 state trails, nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500 miles of multi-use trails, visit soon and often to enjoy Florida’s natural treasures. Download the Florida State Parks Pocket Ranger® mobile app, available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your experience while visiting.  For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org

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