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.
Oakland, 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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Florida Hurricane History: From 1896 through 2024
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Florida hurricane history is often tragic and is a permanent part of life in Florida. Floridians know how to survive hurricanes and treat them with respect. -
The Forgotten Town of Rattlesnake, Florida
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Rattlesnake, Florida, is one of the many lost towns that once dotted the Sunshine State—small communities born from big dreams. -
Naples, Florida: Things To Do, Lodging, Dining, Real Estate
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Naples Florida is a small city with an interesting history and a vibrant artistic and cultural life. There is also golf and the Everglades. -
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47 Delicious Florida Cracker Recipes: Culinary History
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These Florida small beach towns have great views of the ocean and wonderful beaches. Each of them has a population of less than 10,000 people. -
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Deerfield Beach, Florida is on the coast between Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. -
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Recent Articles
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Florida Hurricane History: From 1896 through 2024
Jul 05, 25 12:40 PM
Florida hurricane history is often tragic and is a permanent part of life in Florida. Floridians know how to survive hurricanes and treat them with respect.