The Florida Park Service benefits from the nearly 15,000 volunteers who make our state parks function. From running the ranger station to keeping parks clean and operating, volunteers make a huge difference.

This page will provide you the most up-to-date information regarding park closures. Check back frequently to see what parks are impacted.

Hurricane Michael moved through the Panhandle, leaving a path of destruction in its wake. The hurricane impacted 31 parks throughout the Panhandle. Some parks had small amount of debris and downed trees, while others sustained major damage.

Regular park volunteers in communities around parks were impacted. We appreciate that many people want to help! As the parks become safe for volunteers, we will need your help.

Many Florida state parks impacted by Hurricane Michael will take weeks, months, and in some cases, years to recover. Donate to help support rebuilding and recovery.

By donating to the James Cook Memorial Humanitarian Relief Fund, you can support employees and their families personally and financially recover from Hurricane Michael.

Park Manager Scott Spaulding receives Jim Stevenson Resource Manager of the Year Award.

Doe Schuster generously gives her time at Henderson Beach and Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Parks, providing visitors unique experiences.

Florida State Park Foundation annually sponsors the Florida State Parks Volunteer Recognition Awards. This year they honored 40+ volunteers. Fourteen contributed 20, 25, and 30 years of service.

We invite you to visit any one of our amazing state parks, and to save your adventures with the Special Edition Real Florida Passport. This travel-sized journal is the perfect place to collect your memories and discover new places to explore!

Plastic straws are one of the many single-use plastics that litter beaches, pollute oceans and harm wildlife. To preserve natural resources and keep Florida’s environment free of pollutants, DEP encourages residents and visitors to Skip the Straw!

A Florida State Parks Annual Pass allows frequent visitors to enjoy parks for pennies a day! Annual Passes can be purchased a variety of ways and are available for individuals or families.