ORLANDO, Fla. — While slogging through a Florida swamp in shin-deep water might not be everyone’s idea of a good time, that was precisely how I chose to spend a long November weekend on a bucket-list ...

Everyone told Tom Kennedy to expect flooded trails when he hiked through Big Cypress National Preserve in the spring of 2015. But as he sloshed through miles of waist-deep swamp water that hid ...

Just a 25 mile drive north from ritzy Palm Beach, you can find this great escape into nature, with activities and relaxation ...

South Florida may be nestled on one of the most coveted coastlines in the world, but is also rich with swampy wilderness that is home to exotic wildlife and amazing plants. Pack your gear and discover ...

Fellow hikers invariably laughed when I told them I was going to tackle the Florida Trail early this year. Some friends had vowed never to make the 1,100-mile trek, which is infamous for long walks on ...

Backpacking conjures up visions of short pants, thick socks and wearing heavy boots while carrying a big stick. But hiking trails nowadays can include biking and kayaking down a lazy river. One thing ...