Large Mound at Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park

Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park

Florida’s tallest Native American Ceremonial Mound stands protected and preserved for all to enjoy

Hours

8 a.m. to sundown 365 days a year.

Fees

$3 per vehicle. Please use the honor box to pay fees. 

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Location

4500 Sunray Road, South
Tallahassee FL 32309

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Contact Info

850-487-7989

Welcome to Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park

Visitors to this archaeological site will see Florida's tallest Native American ceremonial mound which was built between 1100 and 1800 years ago.  

The park offers picnicking, birding and hiking. The pavilion has interpretive displays and a bronze sculpture of the mound. An interpretive trail starts at the base of the ceremonial mound and winds past several smaller mounds. The pavilion picnic area and platform viewing area for the mound are wheelchair-accessible. Guided tours are available upon request.

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Manager's Message

Now is a great time to visit this quiet gem of a historic park in between Tallahassee and Monticello.  The park houses the remains of a group of earthen mounds.
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Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Birding
Birding
Paddling
Paddling
Reunions and Gatherings
Reunions and Gatherings
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Picnicking
Picnicking
Star Gazing
Star Gazing
Swimming
Swimming
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Weddings
Weddings
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Amphitheater
Amphitheater
Beach
Beach
Boat Ramp
Boat Ramp
Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch
Water Fountain Potable Water
Water Fountain Potable Water
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Shower Station
Shower Station
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit

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