Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park
About Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park
A NOTE FROM THE MANAGER
Charles M. Brown
Cooler days, less humidity and cooler nights await the visitor to Kissimmee Prairie Preserve as we move into our busy season of winter.
We will be operating our Prairie Buggy tours again this season. This tour offers visitors an opportunity to access portions of the Preserve they might not otherwise be able to enjoy. This 2 ½ hour tour will take you through the best and largest example of Florida Dry Prairie in the world. Staff will reveal the subtle beauties of the Prairie, both on foot and atop the deck of the buggy. Visitors will often see alligators, white tail deer, wild turkey and a wide array of birds. The Prairie Buggy Tours began on Sunday, November 1st, 2009 and will be conducted until the last weekend in March 2010. Buggy tours are only offered on weekends and only those holidays recognized by the State of Florida between the months of November and March. Two tours per day: one in the morning, 8:30am, and one in the afternoon, 2:00pm, (this is the time the buggy leaves, so please be here before the listed times). Be aware that the buggy holds 8 passengers. Reservations ARE REQUIRED and can be made up to 60 days in advance by calling the preserve at (863) 462-5360.
Fees for a Prairie Buggy tour are as follows: Children 5 yrs old and under, and sitting on parents¿ lap: FREE Children 17 yrs old and younger: $8.00 Adults: $15.00
For those who camp with us, fall and winter are no doubt the best times for star gazing at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park. On new moon nights when the air is cool and clear, it is easy to recognize the constellations that fill the night¿s sky. When the moon is full, campers can enjoy pleasant walks along the park drive at night without the aid of a flashlight.
Whether you enjoy walking, hiking, bicycling, horseback riding, birding, photography, painting, or camping, make sure you come by the park office and enjoy a visit while sitting in rocking chairs on our front porch. You¿ll be glad you did!
The Equestrian Camp Loop is now open! These equestrian camp sites, 21-35, now have water and electricity. If you have further questions please contact the preserve office @ 863 462-5360.
GETTING HERE
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From the North on the Turnpike:
- Exit #193 at SR 60/Yeehaw Junction
- Turn right (west) on SR 60
- At four-way Stop, turn left (south onto Hwy 441
- After approximately 18 miles, turn right (west) onto CR 724
- After 13 miles, turn right (north) onto Peavine Trail
- Stay on Peavine Trail 5 miles Preserve Entrance straight ahead
- Exit #131 at Orange Ave./CR68-Ft. Pierce
- Head west on CR 68 approximately 35 miles until the road ends at Hwy 441
- Turn right (north) on Hwy 441
- In less than 1 mile turn left on CR 724
- After 13 miles, turn right (north) onto Peavine Trail
- Stay on Peavine Trail 5 miles Preserve Entrance straight ahead
- Take Hwy 441 north approximately 15 miles
- Turn left (west) on CR 724
- After 13 miles, turn right (north) onto Peavine Trail
- Stay on Peavine Trail 5 miles
From North or South on I-95:
From Okeechobee
Campground is 5 miles from the front entrance
Please remember--the speed limit is 25 mph.
Visitors using GPS or internet mapping programs from Hwy 441 or Hwy 98, please follow the brown state park signs.
GET INVOLVED
- For forms, information and benefits of volunteering visit Get Involved.
