11 Off-The-Grid Destinations In Florida That Will Take You Away From It All

Everything seems to move at a slower pace on this island near Fort Myers. Try some fishing, boating, or kayaking through mangroves and exploring the unique local wildlife and island communities, like the brightly colored art-centered community of Matlacha.

Located about 70 miles west of Key West in Dry Tortugas National Park sits the largest masonry structure in the Western Hemisphere, an abandoned 19th-century fort that was never completed. More than 60,000 people visit the park every year and enjoy activities such as snorkeling, bird watching, kayaking, saltwater fishing and even camping.

Headwaters Jupiter is a unique retreat on the banks of the beautiful Loxahatchee River. The 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom lodge is made of three repurposed shipping containers, but you would never guess it from the inside. Explore the Riverbend Park or go fishing/kayaking on the Loxahatchee. End the day gathered around the firepit or gazing at the stars from the sky-loft deck.

This peaceful and rustic fish camp on the St. Johns offers camping and cabin rentals close to everything Central Florida has to offer, but without all the hustle and bustle of Orlando.

There are many different ways to stay at this activity-packed dude ranch in Central Florida, including large luxury cabins. These glamping tents, though, will provide just the right amount of luxury and rustic charm for both new and seasoned campers.

This unspoiled barrier island is located north of Captiva Island and is only reachable by charter boat or ferry. Guests can spend anywhere from a couple hours to several days here, either camping in tents or in the rustic cabins. Guests must bring all necessities, but it does truly feel like your own private island.

This historic property in North Florida is a real 22-acre working farm and a unique place to spend a few relaxing nights. Explore the forest trails, go for a swim, grill out, or just relax on the front porch. Guests can also take a day trip to the charming town of High Springs and go tubing at Ichetucknee Springs, which is only minutes away.

The stilt houses that make up Stiltsville were built in the early 1930s when gambling was legal a mile offshore. It started with a couple of clubs, like Crawfish Eddies and the Calvert Club, and by the ’50s and early ’60s, it was the coolest place in town for wealthy locals. Now, the few houses that have survived all these years are finally being restored and some can even be rented for events.

This beautiful beach can be reached via ferry from Honeymoon Island (near Dunedin) or by starting on Clearwater Beach and taking a long walk (it's not technically an island). Here, visitors can hike, swim, fish, canoe and kayak, or just relax with a picnic and appreciate an unspoiled natural beach.

This park is located in Northwest Florida, on scenic limestone bluffs overlooking the Apalachicola River. The hiking here is definitely some of the most challenging in the usually-flat Florida, but the views are incredible. Spend the night in this on-site yurt for a special off-the-grid experience.

Editor's Note: Dakotah Winery is permanently closed.

This winery hidden near Fanning Springs serves as a wildlife refuge for the wood ducks (which have become the symbol of the winery) and the geese and koi that call it home. Here you'll find your favorite classics like Chardonnay and Cab Sav, as well as unique varieties like Blueberry and Blackberry.