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What is
Florida's Nature Coast?
The geographical answer to this question is simple. It is the area from above Clearwater to the Ochlockonee Bay on the Gulf Coast of Florida. A proclamation of the Governor of Florida designated these eight counties (and one partial county) as the Nature Coast in 1993.
But more accurately it is a mecca of natural wonders and historic ramblings for outdoor enthusiasts and those wishing to enjoy the "unspoiled" Florida. With its scenic beauty, abundant wildlife (including many endangered species) and limitless recreational opportunity the Nature Coast adventure can last for days
or a lifetime.
NATURAL WONDERS
♦ State Wildlife Parks & Refuges
♦ National Forests, Flowing Rivers, Serene
Lakes, Miles of Coastline
♦ Over 200 fresh-water springs, several "first-
magnitude" springs. That's 64 million or more
gallons of water daily!
WILDLIFE
♦ Home to thousands of migratory birds
♦ West Indian Manatee
♦ Florida Black Bear, Florida Panther
♦ Bald Eagle, Sandhill Crane, Red-Cockaded
Woodpecker
♦ Alligators, Gopher Tortoise
...just to name a few!
RECREATION
♦ Water Activities: Swimming, snorkeling, scuba
diving, cave diving, boating, canoeing
♦ Birdwatching, Hiking
♦ Equestrian
♦ Golfing
♦ Hunting & Fishing (saltwater & freshwater)
CIVILIZATION
♦ Charming Towns, Quaint Fishing Villages,
Historic Settlements
♦ Restaurants: Fine Dining, Country Cooking,
Fresh from the Gulf Seafood served on the
dock
♦ Shopping: Antique Shops, Art Galleries,
Museums, Convenient Malls
CLICK ON EACH BUTTON TO
EXPLORE COUNTY BY COUNTY!
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