Florida Parks

City: Lithia, FL

Address: 14326 S. County Road 39

Alafia River State Park

Alafia River State Park in Lithia occupies a former phosphate-mining landscape whose altered terrain now supports outdoor recreation. Mining left steep grades and small lakes, helping distinguish its mountain-biking terrain from the flatter landscapes found in much of Florida. The park's official visitor information lists trails, campsites, parking and picnic pavilions. Use the park's current trail information to choose a route rather than assuming that every riding area is available or suitable for the same experience level. An official alert effective August 5, 2026, identifies... Read More

City: Tallahassee, FL

Address: 3540 Thomasville Road

Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park

Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park is a Tallahassee destination combining ornamental gardens with a wider park landscape. The gardens were first planted in 1923 and include camellias, azaleas and other flowering plants. A brick walkway, secret garden and reflection pool are among the features described by Florida State Parks. Flowering displays vary with the season, so the garden experience is not identical throughout the year. Visitors should consult the park's current garden information rather than expecting every plant to be in bloom on a particular date. The published entrance... Read More

City: Haines City, FL

Address: 4335 Firetower Road

Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park

Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park protects more than 8,000 acres along the Lake Wales Ridge near Haines City. Scrub, sandhill and flatwoods habitats support rare plants and wildlife, including Florida scrub-jays and gopher tortoises. Official visitor information describes six miles of hiking trails and seven miles of equestrian trails. The sandy ridge terrain can be demanding: routes pass through deep, loose sand, with exposed sections and limited shade. This is a natural preserve rather than a paved urban walking park. The main preserve address is 4335 Firetower Road... Read More

City: Jacksonville FL

Address: State Road A1A North

Amelia Island State Park

Established in 1983, Amelia Island State Park features coastal forest. It also provides opportunities to search for shells, shark teeth and fish on its mars lakes and beaches. Read More

City: St. Augustine, FL

Address: 300 Anastasia Park Road

Anastasia State Park

Anastasia State Park is a coastal state park in St. Augustine, with more than 1,600 acres of beach, tidal marsh, maritime hammock and dunes. Its natural setting supports wildlife observation and access to a long Atlantic shoreline. Florida State Parks describes four miles of beach used for activities such as walking and surfing, subject to local conditions. The park also has an authorized watersports concession, but visitors should check the operator's current offerings rather than assume equipment or services are always available. The main park address is 300 Anastasia Park Road, St... Read More

City: Tarpon Springs, FL

Address: Offshore, approximately 3 miles from Tarpon Springs

Anclote Key Preserve State Park

Anclote Key Preserve State Park lies offshore from Tarpon Springs and is reached by private boat or a ferry service, not by driving to an island entrance. The preserve includes barrier-island beaches and surrounding waters that support coastal habitats. Florida State Parks identifies four islands in the preserve and describes opportunities for boating and beach visits. Arrange transportation with an appropriate operator and verify exactly which island and landing location the trip serves. The historic lighthouse is associated with Anclote Key, but access to the lighthouse, dock and... Read More

City: Stuart, FL

Address: 8120 SE Paulson Avenue

Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park

Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park protects pine flatwoods, wetlands and oak hammocks along the South Fork of the St. Lucie River in Martin County. The preserve offers a natural setting for walking, wildlife observation and horseback riding; it is not an animal rehabilitation center. The visitor access point listed by Martin County is 8120 Southeast Paulson Avenue in Stuart. This differs from the Hobe Sound address of Jonathan Dickinson State Park, which manages access. Visitors must contact Jonathan Dickinson State Park at 772-546-2771 for the gate code before arriving. Plan for a preserve... Read More

City: North Hutchinson Island, FL

Address: State Road A1A North

Avalon State Park

Avalon State Park preserves undeveloped Atlantic beachfront on North Hutchinson Island. Its coastal landscape includes beach, dunes and maritime habitat, providing space for shorebirds and other native wildlife. Florida State Parks describes more than a mile of beach, making the shoreline the principal focus of a visit. Beach activities depend on weather, surf and any posted restrictions; this listing does not guarantee clear water or safe swimming conditions. The park's published location is State Road A1A North, North Hutchinson Island, rather than the entrance address of nearby Fort... Read More

City: Big Pine Key, FL

Address: 36850 Overseas Highway

Bahia Honda State Park

Bahia Honda State Park is in the Florida Keys near mile marker 37 on the Overseas Highway. Sandy beaches, coastal water and the historic Bahia Honda Bridge are central features of the park's landscape. Official visitor information describes beach recreation, shorebird observation and bicycling, while the authorized concessionaire offers services such as kayak rentals and snorkeling excursions. Those services have their own availability and booking arrangements; park admission should not be assumed to include a guided trip. The published address is 36850 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key... Read More

City: Alligator Point, FL

Address: 146 Box Cut Road

Bald Point State Park

Bald Point State Park is a coastal natural area at Alligator Point in Franklin County. Its shoreline, tidal marshes and inland habitats provide opportunities for beach visits, walking and wildlife observation. Florida State Parks describes access to two Apalachee Bay beaches and a network of hiking and biking trails. The park is also known for birding, particularly during seasonal migrations, although wildlife sightings vary with conditions. The published park address is 146 Box Cut Road, Alligator Point. Use current park maps to select the appropriate entrance and trailhead, as different... Read More

City: Ocala FL

Address: 4255 S.E. 58th St.

Baseline Road Trailhead

Baseline Road Trailhead is perfect for veteran and newcomers to trailblazing. It's perfect for the whole family. Read More

City: Duette FL

Address: Contact Lake Manatee State Park

Beker - South Fork

Filled with diverse wildlife, Beker - South Fork features the only known broadleaf nodding orchids in Florida. Read More

City: Myakka City, FL

Address: 38620 East State Road 64

Wingate Creek State Park

Wingate Creek State Park, previously listed as Beker–Wingate Creek, is a natural area near Myakka City in Manatee County. Florida State Parks describes the property as a place for exploring, hiking, bicycling, birding and nature study. The published location is 38620 East State Road 64, Myakka City. The official park page states that there are no facilities at the park, so a visit should be planned as an outing to a natural area rather than a developed recreation complex. Check current access information and bring what you need for the conditions. Do not assume that restrooms, water... Read More

City: Pensacola, FL

Address: 12301 Gulf Beach Highway

Big Lagoon State Park

Big Lagoon State Park is a coastal state park in the Pensacola area, listed at 12301 Gulf Beach Highway. The park combines shoreline and natural habitats with opportunities for outdoor recreation and bird observation. Florida State Parks maintains visitor information for camping, paddling-related services and facility rentals, but reservations and individual services should be checked separately. A visit can focus on the park's landscape without relying on a promised wildlife sighting or a particular seasonal migration. Consult the official experiences and amenities pages for the... Read More

City: White Springs, FL

Address: 11330 SE County Road 135 (Little Shoals entrance)

Big Shoals State Park

Big Shoals State Park near White Springs protects a stretch of the Suwannee River known for its limestone landscape and whitewater shoals. The park offers a network of trails for exploring the river corridor and surrounding natural areas. Visitors should distinguish its two entrances: Little Shoals is at 11330 Southeast County Road 135, while Big Shoals is at 18738 Southeast 94th Street. The address in this listing refers to Little Shoals; choose the entrance that matches your intended route. Florida State Parks identifies a canoe launch at the Big Shoals entrance and describes more than 28... Read More

City: Jacksonville FL

Address: State Road A1A North

Big Talbot Island State Park

Founded in 1949, Big Talbot Island State Park is a destination for all bird-watchers in Florida.  Read More

City: Key Biscayne, FL

Address: 1200 S. Crandon Blvd.

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park occupies the southern end of Key Biscayne and is associated with the historic Cape Florida lighthouse. The park's coastal setting includes Atlantic shoreline and the Biscayne Bay side of the island. Official visitor information describes opportunities for beach recreation, walking, cycling, fishing and picnicking, with lighthouse visits subject to the park's current arrangements. The main entrance is at 1200 South Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne. Check the official experiences and lighthouse pages before arriving, particularly when a visit... Read More

City: Milton, FL

Address: 5533 Alabama St.

Blackwater Heritage State Trail

Blackwater Heritage State Trail is a paved rail-trail through Milton and the surrounding countryside in Santa Rosa County. Florida State Parks lists 8.1 miles of paved trail, which connects with the separately managed Military Heritage Trail to the north. The route offers opportunities for cycling and other trail recreation, with multiple access points rather than a single park entrance. The address in this listing, 5533 Alabama Street, is the visitor-center location. Check the official trail information for the trailhead best suited to your trip and for any restrictions affecting... Read More

City: Milton FL

Address: 7720 Deaton Bridge Road

Blackwater River State Park

Founded in 1967, Blackwater River State Park features a award winning Atlantic white cedar tree.  Read More

City: Orange City, FL

Address: 2100 W. French Ave.

Blue Spring State Park

Blue Spring State Park in Orange City protects a spring and spring run associated with the St. Johns River and seasonal manatee use. The park is listed at 2100 West French Avenue. Florida State Parks introduced a day-use reservation program in July 2026, so visitors should review the official reservation instructions before arriving. Access to the spring run changes seasonally to protect manatees; the operator's 2026 notice identifies April 1 through November 14 as the swimming season. Swimming with manatees is not permitted. Plan a visit around current park rules rather than assuming... Read More

City: Palatka, FL

Address: 210 Buckman Lock Road

Buckman Lock - St. Johns Loop North & South

The Buckman Lock and St. Johns Loop North and South recreation areas are part of the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway near Palatka. The lock was built as part of the former Cross Florida Barge Canal project to provide navigational connectivity between the St. Johns River and the Rodman Reservoir. It should not be described simply as a wildlife-migration facility. The published visitor location is 210 Buckman Lock Road. An official notice effective April 14, 2026, states that Buckman Lock is closed to vessel traffic. That restriction does not by itself establish that every nearby... Read More

City: Ormond Beach, FL

Address: 3351 Old Dixie Highway

Bulow Creek State Park

Bulow Creek State Park near Ormond Beach preserves coastal oak forest, wetlands and other natural habitats along Old Dixie Highway. Its best-known landmark is the Fairchild Oak, a centuries-old live oak that is a prominent feature of the park's coastal forest landscape. Florida State Parks identifies the Bulow Woods Trail as a 6.8-mile route linking the Fairchild Oak area with Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park. Those are separate parks, so visitors should choose the entrance that matches the place they intend to visit. Bulow Creek's published address is 3351 Old Dixie... Read More

City: Dunedin FL

Address: Offshore island

Caladesi Island State Park

Founded in 1966, Caladesi Island State Park is a perfect destination for boating through lush mangrove forests. Read More

City: Panama City Beach FL

Address: 23937 Panama City Beach Parkway

Camp Helen State Park

Founded in 1996, Camp Helen State Park was once a private resort.  Read More

City: Cayo Costa FL

Address: 4 Nautical Miles West of Pine Island

Cayo Costa State Park

Founded in 1976, Cayo Costa State Park is known for being home to the Calusa people. Their legacy is still found through their historic, primitive cabins.  Read More

City: Cedar Key FL

Address: 29.204539, -82.987923

Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve

Founded in 1960, Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve features miles of trail and extensive wildlife viewing. Read More

City: Punta Gorda FL

Address: 12301 Burnt Store Road

Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park

Founded in 1978, Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park features wild, primitive wilderness. It is the 3rd largest state park in Florida. Read More

City: Naples FL

Address: 20200 Tamiami Trail E.

Collier-Seminole State Park

Collier-Seminole State Park is a camping and hiking destination the whole family can enjoy. It also features the last walking dread in Florida. Read More

City: Lakeland FL

Address: 16000 State Road 471

Colt Creek State Park

Founded in 2007, Colt Creek State Park is a preserve within the Green Swamp Preservation project. Read More

City: Port St. Joe FL

Address: 200 Allen Memorial Way

Constitution Convention Museum State Park

Founded in 1956, Constitution Convention Museum State Park is where Florida's constitution was 1st drafted. The constitution was drafted in 1838. Read More

City: Crystal River FL

Address: 3266 N. Sailboat Ave.

Crystal River Preserve State Park

Founded in 2004, Crystal River Preserve State Park features a estuary. Spring-fed estuarues are rather rare in Florida. Read More

City: De Leon Springs FL

Address: 601 Ponce De Leon Blvd.

De Leon Springs State Park

Founded in 1982, De Leon Springs State Park a famous, old cypress named "Old Methuselah". Read More

City: Santa Rosa FL

Address: 6350 E. County Road 30-A

Deer Lake State Park

Deer Lake State Park features coastal dunes and magnificent shrubbery. Butterflies and birds seasonally migrate here.  Read More

City: Cape Haze FL

Address: 8450 Placida Road

Don Pedro Island State Park

Established in 1985, Don Pedro Island State Park features vast mangroves and is a popular spot for loggerhead turtles.  Read More

City: Dania Beach FL

Address: 6503 N. Ocean Drive

Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park

Established in 1973, Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park is named after civil rights leaders Von Mizell and Eula Johnson. Their work led to the 1st establishment of one of the 1st multi-racial beaches.  Read More

City: Newberry FL

Address: 18730 W. Newberry Road

Dudley Farm Historic State Park

Founded in 1989, Dudley Farm Historic State Park was a prime spot for agricultural development in Florida from the mid 1800s to 1900s. Read More

City: Dunnellon FL

Address: 1239 W. Withlacoochee Trail

Dunnellon Trail

Dunnellon Trail features historic railroads bridges that date back to the late 1800s. Read More

City: Pomona Park FL

Address: 320 Sisco Road

Dunns Creek State Park

Founded in 2001, Dunns Creek State Park was a popular steamboat stop for lumber shippers back in the 1920s. Read More

City: Lamont FL

Address: 4741 Econfina River Road

Econfina River State Park

Founded in 1989, Econfina River State Park it has historical significance from the Civil War. Defectors from the confederacy assisted the union in blockading trade between confederate states. Read More

City: Santa Rosa Beach FL

Address: 181 Eden Gardens Road

Eden Gardens State Park

Established in 1968, Eden Gardens State Park features restored housing with furniture influenced by French royalty.  Read More

City: St. Petersburg FL

Address: 4905 34th St. South, #5000

Egmont Key State Park

Established in 1974, Egmont Key State Park has historic ties to the Spanish-American war. It features the ruins of Fort Dade, which is one of the oldest structures in Florida. Read More

City: Fort McCoy FL

Address: 45399 N.E. 152nd Place

Eureka West Recreation Area

Eureka West Recreation Area is a prime destinations for fishing and anglers that do not use or have boats.  Read More

City: Chipley FL

Address: 1130 State Park Road

Falling Waters State Park

Founded in 1962, Falling Waters State Park contains the tallest waterfall in Florida.  Read More

City: Fanning Springs FL

Address: 18020 N.W. Highway 19

Fanning Springs State Park

Established in 1997, Fanning Springs State Park contains a rare magnitude spring with crystal clear waters throughout.  Read More

City: St. Augustine FL

Address: 1000 Faver-Dykes Road

Faver-Dykes State Park

Established in 1950, Faver-Dykes State Park is a popular wilderness area featuring river otters, bobcats, and many species of birds. Read More

City: Crystal River FL

Address: 10201 N. Suncoast Blvd.

Felburn Park

Felburn Park is a prime destination for picnicking, biking, trailblazing, and canoeing in its vast wilderness and marshes.  Read More

City: Fernandina Beach FL

Address: Estrada Street

Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park

Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park is a historic site from the early 1800s. A Spanish fort, For San Carlos, is among to oldest forts in Florida. Read More

City: Marianna FL

Address: 3345 Caverns Road

Florida Caverns State Park

Established in 1942, Florida Caverns State Park features one of the few public cave tours. No one cave is the same, with some featuring colorful stalactites to others being massive pools of water and deep crevasses.   Read More

City: Perry FL

Address: 204 Forest Park Drive

Forest Capital Museum State Park

Established in 1967, Forest Capital Museum State Park it features historic homesteads from the early and late 1800s.  Read More

City: Fernandina Beach FL

Address: 2601 Atlantic Ave.

Fort Clinch State Park

Founded in 1935, Fort Clinch State Park, its known for housing For Clinch. Its one of the oldest forts in Florida, with construction beginning on it in 1847. Read More

City: Inverness FL

Address: 3100 S. Old Floral City Road

Fort Cooper State Park

Established in 1977, Fort Cooper State Park features massive opportunities for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing on the Withlacoochee State Trail. Read More

City: Thonotosassa FL

Address: 15402 U.S. 301 North

Fort Foster State Historic Site

Founded in 1935, Fort Foster State Historic Site is famous for its fortifications, allowing for better American defenses during the 2nd Seminole War.  Read More

City: St. Augustine FL

Address: 15 Fort Mose Trail

Fort Mose Historic State Park

Established in 2005, Fort Mose Historic State Park has historical ties to Catholicism. Many refugees who fled their homes in the 1800s converted to Catholicism when Florida was ruled by Spain. Read More

City: Fort Pierce FL

Address: 905 Shorewinds Drive

Fort Pierce Inlet State Park

Established in 1973, Fort Pierce Inlet State Park was used for frogman training during World War II.  Read More

City: Key West FL

Address: 601 Howard England Way

Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park

Established in 1974, Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park featured many abandoned pre-civil war forts. Restoration on many of these forts began in the 1960s.  Read More

City: Gainesville FL

Address: 3400 S.E. 15th St.

Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail

Established in 1989, Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail is a popular trails for hiking, rollerblading and horseback riding.  Read More

City: Flagler Beach FL

Address: 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd.

Gamble Plantation Historic State Park

Founded in 1927, Gamble Plantation Historic State Park features the only antebellum mansion left in South Florida. It was once a sugarcane plantation.  Read More

City: Boca Grande FL

Address: 880 Belcher Road

Gasparilla Island State Park

Founded in 1983, Gasparilla Island State Park features the historic homestead Gasparilla Island Lights.  Read More

City: Polk City FL

Address: 7683 Berkley Road

General James A. Van Fleet State Trail

General James A. Van Fleet State Trail is one of the most popular places in Florida for paddle boating. It also features a hunting range in the Green Swamps.  Read More

City: Homosassa, FL

Address: Co Rd 490

Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park

Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park is 6 acres and was established in 1953. It was built by Senator David Levy Yulee on his 5,000-plus acre plantation in 1851. Read More

City: Santa Rosa Beach FL

Address: 357 Main Park Road

Grayton Beach State Park

Founded in 1968, Grayton Beach State Park is a popular place for boating, fishing, and camping for families. Read More

City: Ormond Beach FL

Address: C/O Tomoka State Park

Haw Creek Preserve State Park

Haw Creek Preserve State Park name from the unique shrubs growing along its banks. The shrubs are flowery and vibrant. Haw Creek Preserve State Park a natural preserve for various developing wildlife.  Read More

City: Milton, FL

Address: Dickerson City Rd & Garcon Point Rd

Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park

Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park is 11,000 acres and was established in 2000. This preserve is one of the few remaining lands of wet prairie in Florida. Read More

City: Destin FL

Address: 17000 Emerald Coast Parkway

Henderson Beach State Park

Established in 1983, Henderson Beach State Park was used by the US Air Force until 1951 for tracking of goods shipping in and out of the states.  Read More

City: Sebring FL

Address: 5931 Hammock Road

Highlands Hammock State Park

Founded in 1931, Highlands Hammock State Park features one of the most biodiverse environments in Florida.  Read More

City: Jacksonville FL

Address: New Berlin Rd

Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park

Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park is 1,600 acres and was established in 2000. It was a confederate camp constructed during the American Civil War. Read More

City: Thonotosassa FL

Address: 15402 U.S. 301 North

Hillsborough River State Park

Founded in 1935, Hillsborough River State Park features the famous Fort Foster. Fort Foster was used to fortify and protect supplies during the 2nd Seminole War.  Read More

City: Ocala FL

Address: 3550 S.E. 80th St.

Historic Santos Recreation Area

Historic Santos Recreation Area is built on a historic African-American community to honor settlers from the Great Depression. Read More

City: Tampa, FL

Address: 1818 E. Ninth Ave.

Ybor City Museum State Park

Ybor City Museum State Park is 1 acre and was established in 1976. It features the history of Tamp's cigar industry. Read More

City: Dunedin FL

Address: #1 Causeway Blvd.

Honeymoon Island State Park

Established in 1975, Honeymoon Island State Park features immense wildlife viewing and birdwatching. Dolphins are a popular site off the shores of the park.  Read More

City: DeLand FL

Address: 2309 River Ridge Road

Hontoon Island State Park

Established in 1960, Hontoon Island State Park features various palms, marshes and swamps. Its one of the few islands that does not allowing for swimming. It can only be reached by boat or ferry.  Read More

City: Homosassa FL

Address: 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd.

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Established in 1984, Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is home to manatee preservations. Its gorgeous , clean waters show pods of manatees enjoying the springs as they graze for food and feed their young.  Read More

City: Islamorada FL

Address: 84900 Overseas Highway

Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park

Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park is 32 acres and was established in 1986. It is a historical quarry that provided limestone for the overseas railroad in 1908. Read More

City: Fort Lauderdale FL

Address: 3109 E. Sunrise Blvd.

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

Established in 1941, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park features vast wildlife to enjoy as you canoeing or swim in its vast waters. Gopher tortoises, marsh rabbits and wading birds are only a few animals that call Hugh Taylor Birch State Park their home.  Read More

City: Fort White FL

Address: 12087 S.W. U.S. Highway 27

Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Established in 1972, Ichetucknee Springs State Park is one of the few parks that allows for cave diving.  Read More

City: Live Oak, FL

Address: 18532 180th Street

Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park is 733 acres and was established in 1986. It offers one of the largest locations for professional cave diving in the United States. Read More

City: Islamorada FL

Address: Offshore Island

Indian Key Historic State Park

Indian Key Historic State Park is a popular place for swimming and hiking. Sometimes ships come to salvage cargo from the many historic shipwrecks in the Florida Keys.  Read More

City: Port Richey FL

Address: 8737 U.S. Highway 19 North

Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park

Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park was named after the Werner-Boyce preserve that was purchased by Pasco county in 1994. Read More

City: Inglis FL

Address: 200 Spillway Road

Inglis Bypass Recreation Area

Inglis Bypass Recreation Area is a popular area for fishing for both saltwater and freshwater species of fish.  Read More

City: Apopka, FL

Address: 1800 Wekiwa Circle

Wekiwa Springs State Park

Wekiwa Springs State Park is home to the Wekiva River that outflows over 40 million gallons of water daily. Read More

City: Inglis FL

Address: 20751 S.E. 90th Ave.

Inglis Lock Recreation Area

Inglis Lock Recreation Area hasn't been operational since 1999. However, it is still visited often by bikers and hikers who come across it while exploring the Cross Florida Greenway.  Read More

City: Weeki Wachee, FL

Address: 6131 Commercial Way

Weeki Wachee Springs

Weeki Wachee Springs is one of the only locations that has live mermaid shows. Watch these professional mermaid actors swim around as you enjoy the park. Read More

City: North Palm Beach FL

Address: 10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

Founded in 1989, John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is named after an American insurance magnate. He donated this land to the state for Florida. For everyone that comes here, they can expect beautiful beaches and pristine waters.  Read More

City: Apalachicola FL

Address: 46 Sixth St.

John Gorrie Museum State Park

Founded in 1958, John Gorrie Museum State Park is named after John Gorrie. Gorrie patented the 1st air conditioning process mechanical refrigeration.  Read More

City: Hobe Sound FL

Address: 16450 S.E. Federal Highway

Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Established in 1950, Jonathan Dickinson State Park was once a radar training base during World War II. Now it hosts the Elsa Kimbell Environmental Education & Research Center.  Read More

City: Okeechobee FL

Address: 33104 N.W. 192nd Ave.

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

Established in 1997, Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park was used by the US Army to train B-17 bomber crews during World War II. Now it features vast marshes used for swimming and canoeing.  Read More

City: Estero FL

Address: 3800 Corkscrew Rd

Koreshan State Historic Site

Established in 1983, Koreshan State Historic Site is home to vast plant life. These include the false monkey puzzle tree, which have seeds as big as footballs. Read More

City: Branford, FL

Address: 674 N.E. Troy Springs Road

Troy Spring State Park Suwannee

Troy Spring State Park is 84 acres and was established in 1995. It is a first magnitude spring where the Civil War steamboat named "Madison" was submerged in 1863. Read More

City: Mayo FL

Address: 799 N.W. Blue Spring Road

Lafayette Blue Springs State Park

Lafayette Blue Springs State Park is 70 acres and was established in 2005. It is one of Florida's 33 first magnitude springs and has a daily outflow of 168 million gallons of water. Read More

City: Bristol, FL

Address: 2576 N.W. Torreya Park Road

Torreya State Park

Torreya State Park is 13,737 acres and was established in 1935. This state park was named after the endangered Torreya tree. Read More

City: Fruitland Park FL

Address: Lake Griffin State Park

Lake Griffin State Park

Lake Griffin State Park is 578 acres and was established in 1968. In this location the Oklawaha connects to Lake Griffin. Read More

City: Tallahassee FL

Address: 3600 Indian Mounds Road

Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park

Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park is 100 acres and was established in 1966. This location is one of the most important archaeological sites in Florida. It was the capital of chiefdom and center of the Fort Walton Culture from 1050-1500 C.E. Read More

City: Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Address: 7525 W. County Highway 30A

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is 1,643 acres and was established in 1992. This state park was the site of a munitions testing range during World War II. Read More

City: Destin FL

Address: 17000 Emerald Coast Parkway

Henderson Beach State Park

Henderson Beach State Park is 222 acres and was established in 1983. Until 1951 this location was a tracking site for the United States Air Force. Read More

City: Ormond Beach, FL

Address: 2099 N. Beach St.

Tomoka State Park

Tomoka State Park is 1,800 acres and was established in 1945 it is an Urban Park that is entirely surrounded by development. Read More

City: Sebring FL

Address: 5931 Hammock Road

Highlands Hammock State Park

Highlands Hammock State Park is 9,000 acres and was established in 1931. It is one of the highest ranked locations in Florida for endemic biodiversity. Read More

City: Thonotosassa FL

Address: 15402 U.S. 301 North

Hillsborough River State Park

Hillsborough River State Park is 3,383 acres and was established in 1935. This state park is now home to Fort Foster, which is a Second Seminole war era fort. Read More

City: Sneads, FL

Address: 7908 Three Rivers Park Road

Three Rivers State Park

Three Rivers State Park is 686 acres and was established in 1955. It contains the Chattahoochee River, Flint River, and Lake Seminole. Lake Seminole was created in 1947 by the Jim Woodruff Dam. Read More

City: Terra Ceia, FL

Address: 130 Terra Ceia Rd

Terra Ceia Preserve State Park

Terra Ceia Preserve State Park is 1,932 acres and was established around 2000. This land was acquired by the state and the Southwest Florida Water Management District. Read More

City: Lake Placid FL

Address: Daffodil Road

Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park

Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park is 845 acres and was established in 1995. Most of the park is still under development and the location has limited facilities. Read More

City: Lake Wales FL

Address: 14248 Camp Mack Road

Lake Kissimmee State Park

Founded in 1977, Lake Kissimmee State Park it features the historic Cow Camp. It was used to breed the Florida Scrub Cattle, a rare breed of cow with Spanish origins.  Read More

City: Clermont FL

Address: 7305 U.S. Highway 27

Lake Louisa State Park

Lake Louisa State Park is 4,372 acres and was established in 1974. There are six lakes at this state park as well as the Green Swamp. Read More

City: Pensacola, FL

Address: 2401 Bauer Road

Tarkiln Bayou Preserve State Park

Tarkiln Bayou Preserve State Park is over 4,000 acres and offers beautiful nature trails, tables for picnicking, and restroom facilities. Read More

City: Bradenton FL

Address: 20007 State Road 64 East

Lake Manatee State Park

Lake Manatee State Park is 556 acres and was established in 1970. There are over 55 campsites at this park that have been open since 1986. Read More

City: Tallahassee FL

Address: 14850 Jack Vause Landing Road

Lake Talquin State Park

Established in 1971, Lake Talquin State Park features deep ravines and various wildlife and vegetation. It's popular among boaters and rowing clubs.  Read More

City: Ocala FL

Address: 11100 S.W. 16th Ave.

Landbridge Trailhead

Landbridge Trailhead is a great location for horse parking and washing. Read More

City: Islamorada, FL

Address: U.S. 1 at Mile Marker 78.5 77200 Overseas Highway

Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park

Founded in 1971, Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park is a beautiful place to view the ocean either through private boat rides of boat tours.  Read More

City: Port St. Joe, FL

Address: 8899 Cape San Blas Road

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is 1,900 acres and was established in 1967, dedicated to the former owner that sold it to the United States Army during World War II. Read More

City: Live Oak, FL

Address: 3631 201st Path

Suwannee River State Park

Suwannee River State Park is 1,800 acres and was established in 1951. It is the location of the historic 1860 Columbus Cemetery, and Civil War earthworks. Read More

City: Englewood, FL

Address: 900 Gulf Blvd.

Stump Pass Beach State Park

Stump Pass Beach State Park is 245 acres and was established in 1971. This park contains three islands where visitors can engage in swimming, boating, shelling, hiking, fishing, and diving. Read More

City: White Springs, FL

Address: 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive/U.S. Highway 41

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park is 800 acres and was established in 1950. Home to the Carilion tower which has 97 tubular bells that play Foster's songs daily. Read More

City: Fellsmere, FL

Address: 1000 Buffer Preserve Drive

St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park

St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park is 22,000 acres and was established in 1995. This park has the Hernandez-Capron Trail which was build during the Second Seminole War to connect St. Augustine to Fort Pierce. Read More

City: Tallahassee, FL

Address: 11950 Tram Road

St. Marks River Preserve State Park

St. Marks River Preserve State Park is 2,589 acres and was established in 2007. The St. Marks rivers extends from the east wetlands of Tallahassee to the Gulf of Mexico. Read More

City: Stuart, FL

Address: 5R4V+9W

St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park

St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park is 928 acres and was established in 1965. This state park is located on a barrier island that is only accessible by boat. Read More

City: St. George Island, FL

Address: 1900 E Gulf Beach Dr

St. George Island State Park

St. George Island State Park is 1,962 acres and was established in 1963. This state park was named the 6th best beach in America in 2011 after the facilities were destroyed by Hurricane Dennis in 2004. Read More

City: Panama City, FL

Address: 4607 State Park Ln

St. Andrews State Park

St. Andrews State Park is 1,200 acres and was established in 1950. This state park was named Americas Best Beach in 1995. Read More

City: St. Petersburg, FL

Address: 4905 34th St. South #5000

Skyway Fishing Pier State Park Hillsborough

Skyway Fishing Pier State Park in Hillsborough County is a 26,000 ft fishing pier/bridge  that was established in 1994. Built from the remains of the old Sunshine Skyway Bridge that was destroyed in 1980 from the collision of the MV Summit Venture ship. Read More

City: St. Petersburg, FL

Address: 4905 34th St. South #5000

Skyway Fishing Pier State Park Manatee

Skyway Fishing Pier State Park Manatee County is a 26,000 ft fishing pier/bridge that was established in 1994. Built from the remains of the old Sunshine Skyway Bridge that was destroyed in 1980 from the collision of the MV Summit Venture ship. Read More

City: Ocala, FL

Address: 1425 N.E. 58th Ave.

Silver Springs State Park

Silver Springs State Park is 5,000 acres and was established in 1987. This was the old location of a now-defunct commercial attraction called Silver Springs Nature Theme Park. Read More

City: Melbourne Beach, FL

Address: 9700 South Highway A1A

Sebastian Inlet State Park Brevard

Sebastian Inlet State Park spans the inlet between Brevard and Indian River counties, with Atlantic beaches on one side and the Indian River Lagoon on the other. Its published park address is 9700 South Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach. The park offers beach recreation, fishing and paddling, while the McLarty Treasure Museum and Sebastian Fishing Museum interpret different parts of the area's history. Access to particular facilities can change even when other areas remain available. As of October 27, 2026, Florida State Parks lists the north jetty as temporarily closed under an alert... Read More

City: Melbourne Beach, FL

Address: 9700 South Highway A1A

Sebastian Inlet State Park Indian River

Sebastian Inlet State Park extends across the Brevard–Indian River county boundary rather than operating as two separately named parks. This listing represents the Indian River County side; the park's published contact address remains 9700 South Highway A1A in Melbourne Beach. Visitors can explore the coastal setting and the park's historical interpretation, including the McLarty Treasure Museum near its southern boundary. Beaches, fishing areas and lagoon paddling are part of the park experience, but access depends on current conditions and facility notices. Florida State Parks... Read More

City: Stuart, FL

Address: 6093 S.E. Dixie Highway

Seabranch Preserve State Park

Seabranch Preserve State Park is 7,360 acres and was established in 1992. This state park has four different natural habitats within a short walking distance. Read More

City: Port St. Lucie, FL

Address: 2541 S.E .Walton Road

Savannas Preserve State Park St. Lucie

Savannas Preserve State Park in St. Lucie County is 6,000 acres and was established in 1977. The area inside the state park around Jensen Beach was known as the Pineapple Capital of the World from 1895 to 1920. Read More

City: Port St. Lucie, FL

Address: 2541 S.E .Walton Road

Savannas Preserve State Park Martin

Savannas Preserve State Park in Martin County is 6,000 acres and was established in 1977. The area inside the state park around Jensen Beach was known as the Pineapple Capital of the World from 1895 to 1920. Read More

City: Alachua, FL

Address: 13201 San Felasco Parkway

San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park

San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park is 7,360 acres and was established in 1974. This state park offers a scenery of a beautiful mature forest and wildlife with hiking, horse, and biking trails. Read More

City: Miami, FL

Address: Everglades National Park

Royal Palm State Park

Royal Palm State Park is 4,000 acres and was established in 1916. This state park was Florida's first state park and became the center of Everglades National Park in 1934. Read More

City: Sorrento, FL

Address: 30601 County Road 433

Rock Springs Run State Reserve

Rock Springs Run State Reserve is 14,150 acres and was established in 1983. The Rock Springs Run joins the Wekiwa Springs run to form the Wekiva River. Read More

City: High Springs, FL

Address: 373 U.S. 27

River Rise Preserve State Park

River Rise Preserve State Park is 1,500 acres and was established in 1974. This state park is located where the Santa Fe River reemerges after journeying 3 miles underground. Read More

City: Palatka, FL

Address: 1600 Twigg St.

Ravine Gardens State Park

Ravine Gardens State Park is 59 acres and was established in 1934. The gardens were built by Works Progress Administration in 1933. Read More

City: Dunnellon, FL

Address: 19158 S.W. 81st Place Road

Rainbow Springs State Park

Rainbow Springs State Park is 1,472 acres and was established in 1990. The rainbow river has a water outflow of 600 million gallons a day. Read More

City: Jacksonville, FL

Address: 13802 Pumpkin Hill Road

Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park

Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park is 3,896 acres and was established in 2003. This state park has been a part of the Talbot Islands State Parks complex since 1949. There is no entrance fee and the park is open between 8 a.m. and sundown every day of the year. Read More

City: Ponce de Leon, FL

Address: 2860 Ponce de Leon Springs Road

Ponce de Leon Springs State Park

Ponce de Leon Springs State Park is 420 acres and was established in 1970. The Spring has a daily outflow of 14 million gallons of water. Read More

City: Micanopy, FL

Address: 9555 N.W. Highway 320

Price's Scrub State Park

Price's Scrub State Park is 962.28 acres and was established in 2002. This state park contains flatwoods, sinkhole lakes, beautiful woodlands, and marshes. Read More

City: Pensacola, FL

Address: 15301 Perdido Key Drive

Perido Key State Park

Perido Key State Park is 290 acres and was established in 1978. It is located on a barrier island along the Gulf of Mexico covered in white sandy beaches and rolling sand dunes covered with sea oats. Read More

City: Micanopy, FL

Address: 100 Savannah Blvd.

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is 21,000 acres and was established in 1971. This state park has a savanna landscape that was previously occupied by Seminole Natives. Read More

City: Bowling Green, FL

Address: 888 Lake Branch Road

Paynes Creek Historic State Park

Paynes Creek Historic State Park is 410 acres and was established in 1981. This Historic state park was the site of Seminole Wars trading posts between Fort Chokonikla and Kennedy-Darling. Read More

City: Osprey, FL

Address: 1843 S. Tamiami Trail

Oscar Scherer State Park

Oscar Scherer State Park is 1,400 acres and was established in 1956. This state park is a major habitat for the Florida Scrub Jay birds. Read More

City: Olustee, FL

Address: 5815 Battlefield Trail Road

Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park

Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park is 43 acres and was established in 1949. This was the site of the Battle of Olustee, which was Florida's largest Civil War battle that was fought on 20 February 1864.  Read More

City: North Miami Beach, FL

Address: 3400 N.E. 163rd St.

Oleta River State Park

Oleta River State Park is 1,043 acres and was established in 1986. The mouth of the Oleta River has had human inhabitants since 500 B.C.E. Read More

City: Sopchoppy, FL

Address: 429 State Park Road

Ocholockonee River State Park

Ocholockonee River State Park is 392 acres and was established in 1970. This state park is surrounded by the Apalachicola National Forest and the St. Marks National wildlife Refuge. Ocholockonee River State Park provides a very important habitat for the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker bird. Read More

City: High Springs, FL

Address: 410 S.E. O'Leno Park Road

O'Leno State Park

O'Leno State Park is 6,000 acres and was established in 1940. Many facilities were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. This park is made up of river swamps, sinkholes, and sandhills. Read More

City: Okeechobee, FL

Address: 3500 S.E. 38th Ave.

Okeechobee Battlefield State Park

Okeechobee Battlefield State Park is 211 acres and was established in 2007. This state park was the site of the Battle of Lake Okeechobee, which was one of the major conflicts of the Second Seminole War. Read More

City: Ormand Beach, FL

Address: 40 Highbridge Road

North Peninsula State Park

North Peninsula State Park is 534 acres and was established in 1984. During World War II the North Western ship wrecked near the shore and metal pieces from this wreck have since emerged onto the beaches of North Peninsula State Park. Read More

City: Tallahassee, FL

Address: 7502 Natural Bridge Road

Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park

Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park is 113 acres and was established in 1949. This historic state park is the location of the Battle of Natural Bridge which was fought on 6 March 1865 and was the second largest battle fought in the Civil War. Read More

City: Sarasota, FL

Address: 13208 State Road 72

Myakka River State Park Sarasota

Myakka River State Park in Sarasota County is 37,000 acres and was established in 1941. It is one of the oldest parks in Florida and the land was partly donated by pioneer Bertha Palmer and in the 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Read More

City: Sarasota, FL

Address: 13208 State Road 72

Myakka River State Park Manatee

Myakka River State Park in Manatee County is 37,000 acres and was established in 1941. It is one of the oldest parks in Florida and the land was partly donated by pioneer Bertha Palmer and in the 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Read More

City: Estero, FL

Address: 3800 Corkscrew Road

Mound Key Archaeological State Park

Mound Key Archaeological State Park is 113 acres and was established in 1970. This state park is only accessible by boat. Mound Key was originally inhabited by the Calusa tribe and some experts believe this was the site of their capital named Calos. Read More

City: Keystone Heights, FL

Address: 6239 State Rd 21

Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park

Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park is 2,000 acres and was established in 1935. Gold Head is one of the oldest state parks in Florida and the facilities were originally constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's. Read More

City: Chiefland, FL

Address: 11650 N.W. 115 St.

Manatee Springs State Park

Manatee Springs State Park is 2,443 acres and was established in 1949. It is a first magnitude spring that is the longest spring run feeding into the Suwannee River. There is a cave that is 90 feet below ground that connects to the popular divers location called the catfish hotel. Read More

City: Lee, FL

Address: 8300 N.E. State Road 6

Madison Blue Spring State Park

Madison Blue Spring State Park is 1 acre and was established in 2000. It is a popular spring for visitors and is one of Florida's 33 first magnitude springs. Read More

City: Terra Ceia, FL

Address: 955 Bayshore Drive

Madira Bickel Mound State Archaeological Site

Madira Bickel Mound State Archaeological Site is about 10 acres and was established in 1970. It was named after the owners that donated this land to the state of Florida in 1948. Read More

City: Sanford, FL

Address: 262 Wekiva Park Drive

Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park Lake

Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park in Lake County is 17,405 acres and was established in 1976. It is a wildlife passageway to the Ocala National Forest. Read More

City: Fort Myers Beach, FL

Address: 8700 Estero Blvd.

Lovers Key State Park

Lovers Key State Park is 712 acres and was established in 1983. It was merged with the Carl Johnson county Park in 1996. It is a great location for swimming, hiking, picnicking, boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Read More

City: Long Key, FL

Address: 67400 Overseas Highway

Long Key State Park

Long Key State Park is 965 acres and was established in 1969. The park is located on Long Key island which was originally called "Cayo Vivora", meaning Rattlesnake Key, because of the lands resemblance to a snake with its jaws open. Read More

City: Jacksonville, FL

Address: 12157 Heckscher Dr

Little Talbot Island State Park

Little Talbot Island State Park is 1,600 acres and was established in 1949. It is part of the Talbot Islands State parks. Home to various wildlife species such as otters, rabbits, bobcats and many native and migrating birds. Read More

City: Wimauma, FL

Address: 215 Lightfoot Rd

Little Manatee River State Park

Little Manatee River State Park is 2,433 acres and was established in 1974. The park has biking, horse, and walking trails and many campsites. Read More

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