Florida Counties

Escambia County sits at the far western tip of Florida’s Panhandle. This county blends coastal living with a dash of Southern charm.

Flagler County stretches along Florida’s northeast coast. Flagler’s growing fast, but still has a laid-back vibe.

Get to know Franklin County, a slice of old Florida on the Panhandle coast. Apalachicola anchors the county with its historic feel.

Awhile back, Gadsden County was known as Florida’s shade tobacco capital. Now, it’s a quiet corner of the Panhandle just west of Tallahassee.

Gilchrist County is a rural spot in north central Florida. It’s the state’s newest counties, formed in 1925. Trenton is the county seat.

Glades County isn’t your typical Florida hotspot. It’s tucked away in the state’s heartland, far from the beaches and theme parks.

Gulf County is described as Florida’s “Forgotten Coast,” and it’s easy to see why. It’s tucked away in the Panhandle, far from the crowds.

Hamilton County sits right on Florida’s northern border with Georgia. You won’t find any beaches here because it’s inland Florida.

Hardee County is in the state’s heartland, far from the coastal crowds. Wauchula serves as the county seat, a small town with big agriculture.

Don’t expect glitzy beaches or theme parks in Hendry County. This inland section of Florida is all about agriculture and wide-open spaces.

Hernando County is where Florida’s Nature Coast really shines. Brooksville, the county seat, sits on rolling hills. It’s a rarity in Florida.

Bring your fishing rod to Highlands County because it has some of Florida’s best freshwater lakes. It’s Florida without the tourist traps.

Hillsborough County is Tampa’s stomping ground. It’s where city life meets Florida’s Gulf Coast with beaches, theme parks, and urban sprawl.

Holmes County is a quiet corner of Florida’s Panhandle. Bonifay is the county seat. The county is rural, with rolling hills and forests.

Indian River County stretches along Florida’s Treasure Coast. The county got its name from the Indian River Lagoon.