Went to the Rez with a group of friends today and had a phenomenal time. Admission is free for FSU…read morestudents and even if you forget your ID, which one of my friends did, you'll be fine as long as you have your MYFSU ID information. About half of us decide to canoe and the other half decided to kayak, I can safely say we all had a good time. We went a little past the Tallahassee museum & into the next big area, according to my friend their are 3 in total. Although we went so far out, our biggest concern seemed to be making sure that we didn't tip over or run into a tree. If you're someone who doesn't want to do anything that requires physical strength, which I usually don't, there's a man made sand bar and a roped off section that's supposed to function as a beach. Also a few tables for anyone who wants to have a picnic or anything of that such. I graduate in the summer, but I will most definitely try to do this again before my time in Tallahassee is up.

Pretty, very circular lake in Southwest Tallahassee perhaps best known for being home to "The Rez"…read more- that is, the Florida State University Reservation where students and the general public (for a fee) can engage in various water activities.

Beautiful lake with access to picnic tables, hiking trails and so much more. You can watch your…read morekids play on the playground while you hold birthday parties, reunions and other activities.

Lake Ella Park was such a fun surprise during our stop in Tallahassee!…read more We were driving back to Tampa from Destin and wanted a place to stretch our legs. As lifelong Floridians who had somehow never visited Tallahassee, this was the perfect stop. The park is peaceful, walkable, and surrounded by cute local shops and a coffee café. We loved seeing people enjoying the park, relaxing on benches, and musicians playing nearby. The geese definitely stole the show! There are lots of geese and ducks, so be prepared for... plenty of goose poop. Watching a flock of geese cross the road was an experience all by itself. If you're passing through Tallahassee, Lake Ella Park is a great place to take a break, enjoy a stroll, and support a few local businesses.

This is a nice park with the water and gazebo, but I couldn't find a playground that they…read moreapparently have. The geese are cool for kids to see but lots of droppings around and has a smell. Could be cleaner. Also saw some homeless folks. All in all it's a good park but could use some work.

Beautiful and peaceful. Lots to explore and lovely neighbors to chat with. Lots of ground to cover…read moreand the wildlife is amazing.

I really like the trails here. I came years ago and loved coming back today with the dog for a…read morehike. A lot of bikers so be careful!

Tallahassee served as Florida's First Capitol because it was located midway between St. Augustine…read moreand Pensacola. Lawmakers needed a central location as the journey from east Florida to west Florida was treacherous during the early 1800s. On a mission to find a mutually agreeable location, two sets of explorers met midway at former abandoned Native American settlement known as Anhaica. This became early Tallahassee which means Old Town (Talia+Hasi) in Creek/Seminole. The first Florida Capitol was a log cabin built in 1824. One hundred years later, a temporary replica was built. Another temporary full sized replica was built in 1974 for the sesquicentennial celebration. My dad was on that committee which inspired him to advocate for building a permanent replica for the bicentennial celebration in 2024. It was so interesting to hear about the process of building this most recent First Florida Capitol replica. So many people donated their time and energy. From sifting through historical records, to creating authentic floor plans when few existed, to donations of logs, to getting permits, it was a challenging to bring this project, a dream for my dad, to life. Having grown up in Tallahassee, I have always loved Florida history. It is nice to see a piece of history being brought back to life and to have my family play a role in that legacy. Florida is so different from when my grandparents moved to south Florida a century ago in the 1920s. I am happy to see history preserved while the city and state continue to grow. #2900

One of the best areas in Tallahassee right here! Cascades Park is a beautiful and sprawling park &…read moreleisure area close to downtown that's perfect for a walk, run, family outing or other activities in the fresh air. There are walking paths that loop around and through and must go for several miles. They have a small amphitheater in the middle where I'm sure there are performances and concerts here and there. A big splash pad is on one side, and I know the kiddos love that especially on a warmer day. They have a big playground on the other side, and there are some bathrooms as well just in case. Intertwined are some pond/ creek areas that add to the beauty of this park. It's a super lovely walk around, and my favorite part are the pillars towards one end that tell the history of Tallahassee- racial tensions, civil war and repair and more. It brings more light onto the capitol city and its roots.

The park contains a ball Field and lake for fishing. If fishing in the lake please remain in park…read morearea and not venture into yards of those homes around the lake.

Beautiful park and gardens to visit while in the Tallahassee area. I loved the beautiful, big oaks…read moreoverlooking the lake. The trails and flow of the park makes you feel like you're entering a secret garden. We visited in the winter when many plants and flowers were not in bloom, but it was still beautiful. I hope to visit again during the spring to see how the park truly comes to life.

Absolutely beautiful grounds with numerous photo ops. We were able to tour the residence as well…read moreand the docent was very sweet and knowledgeable. Would absolutely go there again if I lived nearby!

This outdoor escape owned and run by FSU is great way to take a break from studying to have fun and…read moreget some exercise. Hiking, kayaking, paddleboards . Ropes course, rock climbing wall and more.

The Rez is great! For FSU students (with ID) everything is free- parking, canoe/kayak/paddlebord…read morerentals. There is a little beach which is nice. It is a fantastic spot for students to relax and forget about school work.

This 71-acre park is presently open to the public. The park contains a boat ramp, restroom, picnic…read moreshelters, trail system, and parking lot.

The entrance is a bit hard to find because there are multiple. The air here is so pure and…read morepristine. It's a bumpy drive with some holes on the ground so be careful about that. Otherwise, this is raw nature at its best. Land that is not much traversed like other state parks