Highlands Hammock single-person boardwalk through the park

Highlands Hammock State Park

Take a journey back in time to an ancient hammock, discover endangered species and beautifully delicate ecosystems

Hours

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

Fees

$6 per vehicle

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Location

5931 Hammock Rd.
Sebring FL 33872

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Contact Info

863-386-6094

Welcome to Highlands Hammock State Park

Supporting a beautiful yet delicate ecosystem, central Florida’s Highlands Hammock possesses one of the state’s most unique and richly divergent collection of plant and animal life.

Black bear and Florida panther tread softly through Highlands Hammock State Park, hunting and foraging among abundant ferns, air plants and massive oaks. Deer, alligators and a variety of birds also frequent the park. With its beautiful old-growth hammock and variety of habitats and wildlife species, this is the Real Florida at its best. To see these natural wonders, explore nine trails on foot, including an elevated boardwalk through a cypress swamp. There is also a three-mile bike loop and a tram for those who prefer to sit back and leisurely take it all in. 

Plan Your Visit

Blooming Grasses, Goldenrod and other Fall Asters
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Manager's Message

The arrival of autumn is characterized by cool, foggy mornings, sunny afternoons and brilliant sunsets.  The season is flush with flowering grasses and fall asters.  Now is the perfect time to hike the trails, bike the Loop Road and enjoy a late afternoon picnic.  
Jr. Ranger
Program

Jr. Ranger PROGRAM

The Florida State Parks' Junior Ranger Program provides the opportunity for young people to learn, serve and share Florida's natural and cultural resources. Participating Florida State Parks are found throughout the state.
Geocaching
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Geocaching

The Operation Recreation GeoTour hosted by Geocaching.com, stretches from Pensacola to Key West and includes 71 of the First Three Time National Gold Medal Award Winning Florida State Parks and Trails. Visit 20 caches and win the Official Operation Recreation Geocoin.

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Birding
Birding
Camping
Camping
Camping Equestrian
Camping Equestrian
Camping Primitive
Camping Primitive
Camping, Primitive Group
Camping, Primitive Group
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding
Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking
Picnicking
Picnicking
Tours
Tours
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Amphitheater
Amphitheater
Campfire Circles
Campfire Circles
Campgrounds
Campgrounds
Equestrian Trail
Equestrian Trail
Historic Site
Historic Site
Mountain Bike Trail
Mountain Bike Trail
Museum
Museum
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Playground
Playground
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
RV
RV
Shower Station
Shower Station

Spiderweb at Highlands Hammock
Loop Drive at Highlands Hammock
Boardwalk over water
Primitive Wilderness
The Gregory House at Torreya State Park
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History & Culture

Experience Florida as it was before interstates, high-rises and air conditioning. Florida State Parks preserve and share the story of the state and its people through many historic and cultural sites.
Florida Panther
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Wild Places

Florida’s wild places are time machines to a Florida before development. Scattered throughout the state, they represent the original Florida, places of discovery and where you can reconnect with yourself.

Upcoming Events

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First Day Hike

Tue, Jan 1, 2019 7:30 am - 10:00 am EST

"First Day" Hikes are an annual tradition at parks and two guided walks are scheduled for Tuesday morning, January 1. They will include "off the beaten path" treks led by park rangers.
Highlands Hammock

Sebring, FL

Event

Saturday Kids Discovery Nature Walks

Sat, Jan 12, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Proceeds support habitat restoration and protection of the Florida Scrub Jay.
Highlands Hammock

Sebring, FL

Event

Florida Humanities Council, Alligators In FL Culture

Tue, Jan 15, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST

Few states have a relationship with an animal in the way that Florida does with the alligator! Whether the alligator is a school mascot, a tourist attraction, or taking an unexpected amble across a golf course, these reptiles are ubiquitous to our state.
Highlands Hammock

Sebring, FL

People Make the Parks

Park Staff

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Are you active, enthusiastic and enjoy serving others? Come join the Florida State Parks’ team where we help visitors and residents experience the wonder of Florida’s best loved places.
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Volunteer with us!

Help fulfill the Florida State Parks' mission. Assist park employees to preserve, interpret and restore ...the Real Florida!
Friends of Highlands Hammock State Park

Friends of Highlands Hammock State Park

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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Great Florida Birding Trail
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