💧 Florida State Park featuring refreshing 72-degree waters.
💙 A critical winter refuge for hundreds of manatees, known for conservation and recreation.
🦭 Witness hundreds of Florida manatees (mid-Nov to Mar)
🚶♀️ Explore trails like the 4.5-mile Pine Island Trail
🛶 Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, or guided boat tours
🏡 Visit the historic Thursby House
🏊 Family-friendly swimming, snorkeling, and tubing
⚠️ High visitation, expect long lines and temporary closures
🚫 Water activities closed mid-Nov to Mar for manatee protection
📞 Call 386-775-3663 for late arrival gate code
🚨 Check park status for high visitation closures
💰 Vehicle $6, single $4, pedestrians/bicyclists $2. Camping $24/night, cabins $95/night.
⏰ Daily 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year.
♿ Accessible Amenities, 🏡 Cabins, 🏕️ Campgrounds, 🛶 Canoe Kayak Launch, 🍔 Concession/Restaurant, 🗑️ Dump Station, 🏛️ Historic Site, 📚 Interpretive Exhibit, 🌲 Nature Trail, 🅿️ Parking, 🧺 Picnic Pavilion, 🤸 Playground, 🚻 Restroom Facilities, 🚿 RV Shower Station.