Kanapaha Botanical Gardens in Gainesville, Florida is a 68 acre non profit facility comprised of 24 major collections visually accessible from a 1 ½ mile paved walkway. These include the state's largest public display of bamboos and the largest herb garden in the Southeast. Giant Victoria water lilies can only be seen in late summer as they are a tropical species and usually disappear in October.
The Florida Museum of Natural History, located at the University of Florida, inspires people to value the biological richness and cultural heritage of our diverse world and make a positive difference in its future.
Gainesville is the county seat of, and the largest city in, Alachua County, Florida. In 2018 the US Census Bureau estimated Gainesville's population at 133,997.
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is a unique and ecologically diverse natural area located in north-central Florida, just south of Gainesville. The park covers about 21,000 acres and is one of Florida's first state preserves. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is a wonderful destination for nature lovers and those seeking to experience Florida's diverse ecosystems.
Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation features 25 different species living here. You can meet the individual animals and learn their special stories. Every tour stresses important facts about conservation and preservation and the balance of nature.
