Letchworth Mounds

Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park

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

Boardwalk Closed

Effective July 7, 2023: The boardwalk near the large mound at Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park is closed for repair.

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, built between 1,100 and 1,800 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.

Plan Your Visit

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Manager's Message

Visit this quiet gem of a historic park nestled between Tallahassee and Monticello. The park is home to the remnants of a group of earthen mounds.
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Birding at Letchworth-Love Mounds

Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park is home to dozens of bird species. Bring your binoculars and camera for a wildlife spotting experience to remember along the park’s informative interpretive trail.
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Wildlife at Letchworth-Love Mounds

At Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park, we have a significant amount of natural resources and an array of habitats that support a wide variety of incredible wildlife species.

Experiences

Birding
Birding
Hiking
Hiking
Picnicking
Picnicking
Reunions and Gatherings
Reunions and Gatherings
Tours
Tours
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Weddings
Weddings
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Historic Site
Historic Site
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Water Fountain
Water Fountain

Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park Photo Gallery

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Bright red wildflowers.
Boardwalk and Mound at Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park
Historical Trail at Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park
Pavilion View
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Kiosk Exhibit
Ranger guided tour
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Native American Ceremonial Mound

Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park preserves an archaeological mound complex that includes at least 7 earth mounds. The largest is Florida’s tallest Native American ceremonial mound, which stands at approximately 51 feet tall and 300 feet wide at the base.
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Natural Communities of Letchworth-Love Mounds

Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park has five distinct natural communities. The primary management concern for all areas of the park are the protection and preservation of this archaeologically rich landscape.

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Randy's love for the outdoors and nature led him to a second career with the Florida Park Service.
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This Park is Recognized by:

National Register of Historic Places

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