Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is a Florida State Park, encompassing a 21,000-acre savanna in Alachua County, Florida lying between Micanopy and Gainesville. It is also a U.S. National Natural Landmark. It is crossed by both I-75 and U.S. 441. It is in the center of the Paynes Prairie Basin.

Experience the magic of Florida at the Florida Museum of Natural History! Join the EF Winter Camp for an unforgettable adventure filled with American culture, exploring stunning wetlands, and marveling at the butterfly rainforest. Engage in fun activities like visiting the Kennedy Space Center and enjoying thrilling rides at Universal Studios. This is the perfect blend of learning and fun under the warm Florida sun!

The Kanapaha Botanical Gardens is a botanical garden in Gainesville, Florida, operated by the North Florida Botanical Society. The name for the garden comes from the nearby 250-acre Lake Kanapaha. "Kanapaha" originating from two Timucua words for "palmetto leaves" and "house".