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There\u2019s a reason why so many northerners spend their summer vacation time in Florida. Bright, sunshine-y days, pristine beaches, natural springs, mossy oaks and family fun galore – there\u2019s truly no other place like it! While most outsiders head straight to the beach or to Disney World, there\u2019s a lot more to be discovered in our great state. Our Florida locals at Deltona Homes know the Sunshine State inside and out and put together this list of the best summer activities in Florida.<\/p>\n
When you\u2019re planning for a Florida summer, you want activities where you can stay cool and still enjoy the sun. The great news is, our communities in St. Augustine, Ocala, Citrus Springs, North Port and now Sunny Hills are a stone\u2019s throw from some of the best summer activities in Florida. Our list includes the most fun things to do near all these beautiful Florida communities in summertime.<\/p>\n
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We\u2019ll kick things off near our gorgeous St. Augustine communities<\/a>. One of the best parts about living in St. Augustine is being close to gorgeous historic St. Augustine. The best way to see it in the summertime is from the comfort of the Old Town Trolley<\/a>. A day pass on the trolley allows you unlimited access to hop on and off at some of St. Augustine\u2019s best attractions, from the famous Castillo de San Marcos to the Fountain of Youth and even a winery, distillery and a chocolate factory along the way.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll get to see the best of St. Augustine without trudging too much through the heat, and even do it with a professional guide leading the way! It\u2019s not just one, but many of the best summer activities in Florida combined into one single tour.<\/p>\n For those who are more inclined towards nature rather than history, head to Anastasia State Park on the coast. Its 1600 acres of white sand beaches and tidal marshes provide plenty of summer activities in Florida. Wildlife is abundant, and you can see it from along the beach or hiking the Ancient Dunes Nature Trail. Sunbathe on the pristine beach or get active doing some bird watching on a kayak or canoe trip. There\u2019s so much to choose from!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/st-augustine-homes-for-sale” button_text=”Browse Homes in St. Augustine” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#f78721″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.deltona.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/SummerActivitiesInFlorida30A.jpg” alt=”A pristine stretch of beach in Rosemary Beach along 30A. These small towns have some of the best summer activities in Florida.” title_text=”Summer Activities in Florida: Scenic 30A” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n Next, we\u2019ll head to our newest community that\u2019s coming soon in Sunny Hills<\/a>, Florida. Less than an hour from this community in the Florida panhandle is one of the best destinations for summer activities in Florida: Scenic 30A. This famous beach road that stretches from Panama City to Destin runs through some of Florida\u2019s best beach towns. Visitors flock from all over the country to visit 30A\u2019s sandy white beaches and turquoise blue water \u2013 but almost as good as the beaches are the towns nestled alongside them. Towns like Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach and Seaside are cute and quaint vacation destinations with great restaurants and local shops. And while others may have to travel a long way to enjoy 30A, you\u2019re just a quick drive away in Sunny Hills!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/deltona-homes-in-sunny-hills-florida” button_text=”Browse Homes in Sunny Hills” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#f78721″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n Heading down Florida\u2019s west coast, we arrive at Deltona\u2019s communities in Citrus Springs<\/a>. Some of Florida\u2019s top hidden gems lie just outside these communities. North of here, you\u2019ll find Crystal River. This river is renowned for \u201cscalloping\u201d \u2013 or snorkeling to harvest fresh scallops along the riverbed! Scalloping season runs from mid-June or early July through around Labor Day depending on the year, making it one of the best summer activities in Florida. Unless you have your own boat, the best way to do this is to join a scalloping charter<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.deltona.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/SummerActivitiesInFloridaCitrusSprings.jpg” alt=”Floating down Rainbow River is one of the best summer activities in Florida.” title_text=”Summer Activities in Florida: Rainbow River” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n For a more relaxing water adventure, rent tubes and float down the Rainbow River This spring-fed river stays a cool 72 degrees all summer long, making it the perfect way to spend a summer day in Florida. The water has a beautiful turquoise color, and its steady flow will carry you downstream with no effort from you. Start at KP Hole County Park and relax in the sun as the river does the work. Summer activities in Florida don\u2019t get better than this!<\/p>\n If you\u2019re into kitschy, Old Florida fun, head to Weeki Wachee Springs to see the mermaids. Yes, you read that right! These \u201cmermaids\u201d are performers who are trained to do an entire show in front of an underwater theater tucked inside a crystal clear spring. It\u2019s truly an amazing feat, and something the kids will love.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/citrus-springs-homes-for-sale” button_text=”Browse Homes in Citrus Springs” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#f78721″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n Even further south, we have our North Port community, tucked between Tampa and Ft. Myers. One of the best summer activities in this area is a visit to the Venice Fishing Pier. Not only is the pier a great spot for fishing and watching fishermen reel in their catches, but there are cute spots to grab a bite and do some shopping nearby.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”\/deltona-homes-in-north-port-florida” button_text=”Browse Homes in North Port” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#f78721″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\nGet Close to Nature at Anastasia State Park<\/h3>\n
Explore Quaint Beach Towns on 30A<\/h3>\n
Go Scalloping in Crystal River<\/h3>\n
Float the Rainbow River<\/h3>\n
See the Mermaid Show at Weeki Wachee Springs<\/h3>\n
Stroll Venice Fishing Pier<\/h3>\n
Take in a Show at the World Equestrian Center<\/h3>\n