FLORIDA BACK ROADS TRAVEL
OFF THE BEATEN PATH

BY  Mike Miller Updated August 28, 2024

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. 

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Our 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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  1. Delray Beach Florida: Vibrant Beach City

    Nov 05, 24 09:16 AM

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    Delray Beach is a beautiful little town with a heritage of many cultures. Art and music are a large part of the town's charm

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  2. Mill Creek Farm Is A Retirement Home For Horses

    Nov 04, 24 09:22 AM

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    The Retirement Home For Horses at Mill Creek Farm in Alachua offers peace and dignity to horses in their old age.

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  3. 24 Florida Citrus Crate Labels: Eagle Eye to EZ Peel

    Nov 03, 24 09:45 AM

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    These 24 Florida citrus crate labels of the 1,000 in our collection are colorful works of art with the practical purpose of creating brand awareness.

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  4. 27 Old Florida Towns on US-17 from Georgia to Punta Gorda

    Nov 02, 24 10:07 AM

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    US-17 is known as the Coastal Highway. In Florida, it runs from the Georgia state line southwest along the state to Punta Gorda.

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  5. Apalachicola, Florida. Charming Town With Oyster Tragedy

    Nov 02, 24 09:58 AM

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    Apalachicola is a small town on the Gulf of Mexico east of Panama City. Good seafood and historic neighborhoods.

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  6. 16 Florida Small Towns: Great Places to Visit or Live

    Nov 01, 24 09:38 AM

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    Florida small towns are a vanishing species in this rapidly growing state. Here are some still small and quiet.

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  7. Mathers Bridge Restaurant: Memories of Merritt Island, Florida

    Nov 01, 24 09:20 AM

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    Mathers Bridge Restaurant at the southern tip of Merritt Island was a favorite for many years.

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  8. Leesburg, Florida. Historic Citrus Town on Chain of Lakes

    Oct 31, 24 08:40 PM

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    Leesburg, Florida is located in central Florida on the Harris Chain of Lakes. It has a population of about 16,000.

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  9. 80 Interesting Fun Facts About Florida

    Oct 31, 24 10:54 AM

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    Interesting fun facts about Florida that even many longtime residents don't know and that new residents should know.

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  10. Inverness, Florida: Among A Chain of Lakes

    Oct 31, 24 10:36 AM

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    Inverness, Florida is snugged against the shore of Lake Tsala Apopka and has a nice downtown and historic courthouse.

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