Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park

Burn Ban

Effective April 1, 2025: Due to the prolonged drought and high fire danger, Highlands County has issued a ‘Burn Ban’ which will remain in effect through May 31. Park visitors are requested to field strip cigarettes and properly dispose of them and to avoid driving and/or parking in dry vegetation. Visitors are also requested to report any smoke or suspected fire within or in proximity to the park.

ATVs and UTVs Prohibited

The use of ATVs and UTVs is prohibited at Highlands Hammock State Park, including Seven Lakes, the East Property and the South Property, per Chapter 62D-2.014, Florida Administrative Code.

Drones Prohibited

The use of drones is prohibited at Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park and all Florida State Parks, per Chapter 62D-2.014 of the Florida Administrative Code.

Hours

8 a.m. to sunset, 365 days a year, including holidays.

Fees

$2 per vehicle; exact change required for Iron Ranger.

Location

Daffodil Road
Lake Placid FL 33852

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Contact Info

863-386-6094

Welcome to Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park

This park is a quiet 845-acre preserve that provides protection for sand scrub, one of the state's most endangered natural communities.

Some of Florida's rarest and most imperiled plant and animal species, including the Florida scrub-jay, Florida scrub lizard, Florida mouse, gopher tortoise and the Eastern indigo snake, are found here. Ospreys and bald eagles are frequently sighted along the three miles of lakefront, and white-tailed deer, bobcat and black bear are occasionally seen.

Acreage consists primarily of scrub, scrubby flatwoods and bayhead. This relatively new park is best suited for those seeking a remote wilderness experience, bird-watching and nature study.

Amenities are few, but the natural experience is exceptional. Visitors can hike along the white sugar sand fire lanes, walk a half-mile nature trail, fish from the lakeshore or launch a lightweight canoe or kayak onto the lake. A picnic area has a shelter with tables but no grill.

The park is located on the west side of Lake June-in-Winter. It is just a 10-minute drive west from the town of Lake Placid and 30 minutes from Highlands Hammock State Park. It is 12 miles south of Sebring off U.S. Highway 27.

Travel U.S. 27 to Lake June Road. Turn west on Lake June Road and continue driving around the lake. Turn south on Daffodil Street. Continue driving south on Daffodil for two miles to the park entrance.
Park GPS coordinates: N 27º 17.792 W 81º 25.469