Florida Counties

While many Florida counties boast beaches, Okaloosa County claims some of the whitest sands you’ll ever see, anchored by Destin.

Okeechobee County centers around massive Lake Okeechobee. The city of Okeechobee serves as the county seat with a big fishing reputation.

Orange County puts it on the map with theme parks galore. Orlando’s Disney World and Universal Studios brings millions of tourists each year.

Osceola County is just south of Orange County, catching the overflow from Orlando’s tourism. It’s all inland with close proximity to Disney.

Palm Beach County is Florida’s playground for the rich and famous. West Palm Beach is the county seat, but Palm Beach island steals the show.

People often describe Pasco County as Tampa’s backyard, and that’s not far off. It’s just north of Tampa Bay, perfect for suburban sprawl.

Pinellas County is a peninsula on Florida’s Gulf Coast, packed with beaches and cities. St. Petersburg and Clearwater share the spotlight.

Polk County is right in the middle of Florida between Tampa and Orlando.  It’s also a good bet where your orange juice comes.

Putnam County is tucked away in northeast Florida, often overlooked by tourists. Palatka, the county seat, sits on the St. Johns River.

Santa Rosa County is for those who want Florida’s beaches without the crowds. It’s in the western Panhandle with Milton as the county seat.

Sarasota County is like a never-ending highlight reel of Florida’s best bits. There’s no finish line to what you can explore here.

Seminole County is north of Orlando and is a quieter alternative to the theme park madness. Sanford is the county seat with a nice riverfront.

St. Johns County is like a kaleidoscope of Florida experiences. St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, anchors the county.

St. Lucie County is located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, right between flashy Palm Beach and laid-back Indian River County.

Sumter County is like a crash course in Florida’s changing landscape. The Villages, a massive retirement community, covers a big chunk of it.