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Paynes Creek Historic State Park

 Activities at Paynes Creek Historic State Park

Camping, Youth

Camping, Youth

The primitive youth camping area is located near Payne Creek and accommodates up to 25 tent campers. The campground includes a fire ring, a portable toilet, a pavilion and picnic tables. No water or electric service is available. Reservations are required. Call the park for reservations at (863) 375-4717.

Canoeing & Kayaking

Canoeing & Kayaking

Canoeing is available

Fishing

Fishing

Fishing is allowed in designated areas

Hiking/Nature Trail

Hiking/Nature Trail

Hiking trails are available

Pets

Pets

We allow pets and require they remain on leash.

Picnic Pavilion

Picnic Pavilion

3 Pavilions that seat up to 40 people @ $30.00 plus tax for daily rental

Picnicking

Picnicking

Picnic tables are available

Playground

Playground

Playground located in picnic area

Restroom Facilities

Restroom Facilities

ADA accessible restrooms & infant changing table for family accommodations at the Visitor Center.

Visitor Center

Visitor Center

The Visitor Center has dioramas and displays that depict how Florida's pioneers and Seminole Indians lived during the early to mid-1800s. Video programs, shown on weekends and holidays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m, provide insight into frontier life at Fort Chokonikla and the events that led to the Third Seminole War (1855-58). The Visitor Center is open 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thursday through Monday.

Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife viewing is possible at this park