Boat Ramp

A boat ramp is available. Maximum boat length 24'. Pet Policy

Campfire Circle

Campers can enjoy campfire programs on Saturday nights from December through March. Pet Policy

Canoeing & Kayaking

Canoeing is a popular activity here in the park. The river is a brackish tidal waterway which leads to the Estero Bay approximately 3 miles west. Bring your own, or rent a canoe here. Please stop at ranger station. Pet Policy

Facilities

Restroom facilities are located in the Settlement, and picnic area and in the Camp Ground. Facilities are ADA accessible. Pet Policy

Koreshan has ADA access to 5 of the major buildings in the historic site. The Art Hall, Founders Home, Planetary Court, Large Machine Shop all have ramps and the Generator building has concrete up to the double doors with a wide viewing section for groups or wheelchairs. The shell paths in the settlement are hard pack shell and considered ADA accessible

Fishing

There are several spots along the river for fishing. The Estero River is brackish with snook, mullet, redfish and other popular game fish. Freshwater bass can be found as you paddle inland away from the Gulf. The Estero Bay is located about 3 miles by canoe down the river. It offers abundant saltwater fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. The bay is home to bottlenose dolphins, manatees and several game fish. Pet Policy

Full Facility Camping

The park has 60 wooded campsites. Twelve sites are designated tent camping only and located next to the Estero River. All sites have electric, water, grill/fire ring and table. Pets are permitted in the campground overnight with current vaccination papers Pet Policy. A wastewater dump station is available for RV campers. A centrally located bathhouse has a utility area with a washer, dryer and sinks. The community campfire circle is for group use, seasonal interpretive programs and camper get-togethers. A volleyball court is next to the campground. For more information on camping in our park simply click on the Reserve America link. Clicking on the park map or selecting one of the camping area links just below the park map will allow you to see a map of the individual campsite locations. Select any campsite icon to see a detailed description of the individual campsite and what it has to offer. 4 paved ADA campsites are available.

Interpretive Exhibit

Interpretive exhibits are available. For information on Programs and Tours: Ranger Programs and Tours Pet Policy

Nature Trails

The park features a Hiking Trail along the river and a Running Trail along the park boundary that takes you through a pine flatwoods habitat. Park Brochure - Map Pet Policy

Picnicking

The picnic area is located on the Estero River and is well shaded by Pine trees. Also found there are grills, restrooms and a playground. Pet Policy

Playground

For added enjoyment, the park has a children's playground located in the picnic area. Pet Policy

RV's

A wastewater dump station available for RV campers not registered in the park. Pet Policy

Wildlife Viewing

Bobcats, Grey Foxes, River Otters and Alligators are all found along the Estero River. During the Winter Manatees are found in our waters. Koreshan is great for bird watching as it is home to over a 100 bird species. Among them are Swallow-Tail Kites, Bald Eagles , Bobwhites, Belted Kingfishers and others. Pet Policy