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Prairie viewed by three visitors

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

The show of a lifetime plays out on the vast Florida prairie

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$4 per vehicle

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Location

33104 N.W. 192nd Ave.
Okeechobee FL 34972

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Contact Info

863-462-5360

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Welcome to Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve is a breathtaking expanse of infinite grassland.

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Kissimmee Prairie is a land dominated by the great blue sky. Part of the Everglades headwaters, the preserve protects the largest remaining tract of Florida dry prairie, an ecosystem shaped by cycles of flooding and fire.

Many rare, threatened and endangered species inhabit this place, and the wide-open landscape means that bird-watchers and photographers have ample opportunity to catch sight of a grasshopper sparrow, crested caracara or burrowing owl.

Internationally recognized for its lack of light pollution, the night sky above the prairie is inky black — campers can spot the Milky Way without using telescopes or binoculars. 

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Manager's Message

Being so far from bright city lights makes Kissimmee Prairie one of the last remaining places in Florida where you can marvel at the full beauty of the night sky.
Dark Skies
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Dark Sky Designation

It is difficult to find a location in Florida that is further removed from urban and suburban light pollution than Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park. In 2016, Kissimmee Prairie Preserve was recognized as Florida's first Dark Sky Park by the International Dark Sky Association.
Buggy Tours
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Guided Prairie Buggy Tours

Would you like to be amid a sea of tall waving grasses and watch deer racing across the open plain? Join us on a buggy tour at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park. 

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Birding
Birding
Camping
Camping
Camping Equestrian
Camping Equestrian
Camping Primitive
Camping Primitive
Hiking
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding
Picnicking
Picnicking
Star Gazing
Star Gazing
Tours
Tours
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Campgrounds
Campgrounds
Equestrian Trail
Equestrian Trail
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
RV
RV
Visitor Center
Visitor Center

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park Photo Gallery

Park Services Specialist Chris Camargo pointing at the prescribed fire smoke in the distance

Park Services Specialist Chris Camargo bossing a prescribed fire at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve

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Sunset at Kissimmee Prairie
Kissimmee Prairie field with tall grass
Large Bird
A bight blue comet flying across the night sky with stars surrounding it.
Cabbage palm trees at Kissimmee Prairie
Camping under the stars
View of Kissimmee Prairie
Jeep under night sky
Astronomy Visitors

Kissimmee Prairie has been designated a Dark Sky location.

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Florida Grasshopper Sparrow singing while perched on a stick
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Florida Grasshopper Sparrow

The Florida grasshopper sparrow, one of North America’s most endangered birds, is found at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park. Our staff is trained to identify and locate sparrows and spends up to six months of the year searching for this secretive bird.
A view of the grasslands at sunset.
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History of Kissimmee Prairie

From Pioneers to the military, people have always been drawn to the expansive grasslands of Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park.

People Make the Parks

Chris Camargo works on a prescribed fire.

Staff Spotlight, Chris Camargo

Chris' experiences working at several state parks gives him insight into leading a prescribed fire program and enjoying nature.
Volunteer Tom Cagley and his dog, Joey.

Volunteer Spotlight

Tom Cagley III exemplifies what it means to be a volunteer with the Florida Park Service. Through all his hard work and dedication, he leaves a lasting impact on all who meet him.
Friends of Kissimmee Prairie

Friends of Kissimmee Prairie

Friends groups meet the critical needs of individual parks and the system of state parks. They share one thing in common – passion for parks.

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