St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park is one of only two state parks in Florida to harbor red-cockaded woodpeckers.

Mollie Johnson was a key figure in settling the land at Mound Key and Estero Bay in the late 1800s.

The remains of the Calusa Native Americans found on the island date back over 2,000 years and give insight into how these people lived on the land now known as Mound Key Archaeological State Park.

Experience the beauty of Mound Key Archaeological State Park by hiking the trail. View the park's flora and fauna up close as you travel the path through lush overgrowth and past towering mounds.

This little island is home to thousands of years of history. Come explore Mound Key Archaeological State Park by boat or foot to discover this amazing park.

Battling exotic and invasive plants on 14,000 acres at Lake Kissimmee and Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek state parks in Central Florida requires constant attention. The Lake Wales Ridge and surrounding areas provide vital habitat for endemic species such as the scrub blazing star and pygmy fringe-tree.

We’re sure you know by now that Lake Griffin has the state’s second largest live oak tree. But did you know that Lake Griffin has lots of other trees that are just as awe-inspiring?

There are several trails for exploring the interior of the park. Two trails start from the parking area at the Fairchild Oak, the Bulow Woods Trail and the Wahlin Trail.

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.

The rosemary scrub is a unique plant that grows in the dry scrub environments of Florida. Despite the lack of water the plant continues to flourish.