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.
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.
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.
Hiking at South Fork
Take a hike on South Fork's incredible trails through undeveloped Florida.
Gopher Tortoises
The gopher tortoise is one of the park's endangered species. An essential part of the natural community, their existence helps the other plants and wildlife thrive.
The Florida Golden Aster
The Florida golden aster (Chrysopsis floridana) is one of the many imperiled species that are found at Lake Manatee State Park. This species of plant is most notable because not only is it recognized as a threatened plant in the state, but also on the federal level.
Activities at Lake Manatee
Lake Manatee is the perfect place to spend time reconnecting with nature. With a variety of family-friendly activities, there is something for each and every nature lover.
Historic Significance of the Tallahassee-St. Marks Railroad
Tallahassee was chosen as the territorial capitol in 1824, only three years after Florida’s acquisition from Spain. This contributed to the historic and cultural significance of the Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad.
History of a Railroad and a War Hero
The state trail is named after General James Alward Van Fleet and used to be the site of a railroad.
Cycling on the Van Fleet State Trail
Cycling is very popular at the General James A. Van Fleet State Trail, which is noted for being one of Florida’s most rural trails. Along this state trail are many beautiful vistas, including open cattle land, protected forests and wetlands.