SILVER SPRINGS — Xiaoqian Huang’s recent trip from Beijing to Florida included a visit to Silver Springs State Park outside Ocala. "Beautiful,” is how he will describe the roughly 5,000-acre Florida ...

Where in the world (or Central Florida) can this be found? Become an Insider to find out if you're right. FREE ADMISSION: State parks won’t cost Florida residents over holiday weekend State parks will ...

If you are looking for a great day trip, there are many fun things to do in Silver Springs, Florida! Silver Springs is in north central Florida, conveniently located less than 1.5 hours from Crystal ...

Starting next year, Floridians will be able to reserve campsites at state parks sooner than out-of-staters. Residents can book a campsite 11 months in advance, while non-residents will only be able to ...

IT'S RAINING MONKEYS'  A viral video taken by a woman caught a bizarre moment at a Florida springs when monkeys looked like they were falling from the sky. Watch: ...

A kayaker in Silver Springs State Park had her peaceful day interrupted by cannonballing rhesus macaques Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work ...

This story is part of our weekly Hidden Gems feature series as the USA TODAY Network – Florida takes readers around the state to highlight some of our most interesting attractions. SILVER SPRINGS — ...