Caladesi Island State Park

Caladesi Island State park is one of the few untouched islands along the Gulf Coast and it’s only accessible by boat. Visitors can kayak through the bayside mangrove forest and walk along the beautiful shores of the beach. There’s also a nature trail along the island where guests can see a multitude of animals in their natural habitats. Also on the island is the historic ruins of the Scharrer Homestead, once home to a family who lived in peace on the island. Myrtle Scharrer Betz, who lived in the home, called this place “paradise” in her memoirs.

Location: Central West Florida

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