FLORIDA BACK ROADS TRAVEL
OFF THE BEATEN PATH
BY Mike Miller Updated January 25, 2025
The rapid population growth and unchecked development of the past half century have left us long time Floridians saddened for the Florida we have lost.
West of Micanopy, FloridaOur state seems to be changing faster every year. We remember the way it was and wish it were still the same. Since that can never be, we created this website to help you find off the beaten path places that still have that “Old Florida” feeling.
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Recent Articles
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Leu Gardens: Orlando Botanical Oasis Since 1961
Mar 09, 25 10:04 AM
Leu Gardens was once the 50 acre estate of Orlando businessman Harry P Leu and his wife Mary Jane. The donated it to the City of Orlando in 1961.