Oscar Scherer State Park 1843 South Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
About the Business
Oscar Scherer State Park, located at 1843 South Tamiami Trail in Osprey, Florida, is a popular tourist attraction and park offering a variety of recreational activities for visitors. The park is currently experiencing some closures due to American Bald Eagle nesting season, with sections of the Red Trail closed until further notice. Additionally, Campground restroom No. 2 is closed for construction, limiting available campsites.
Despite its location surrounded by urban areas, Oscar Scherer State Park serves as a peaceful oasis for nature lovers, offering 15 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and birdwatching. The park is home to the endangered Florida Scrub Jay and provides habitat for bald eagles in the winter. Lake Osprey is a popular spot for fishing and swimming, while South Creek attracts anglers, canoers, and kayakers.
Visitors can also enjoy the Haunted Trails in October and participate in the 5k run to support the Florida Scrub Jay conservation efforts. With its diverse wildlife, beautiful scenery, and recreational opportunities, Oscar Scherer State Park is a must-visit destination for both locals and travelers alike.
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Location & Phone number
1843 S Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229, United States
Hours open
Monday:
08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday:
08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday:
08:00 - 18:00
Thursday:
08:00 - 18:00
Friday:
08:00 - 18:00
Saturday:
08:00 - 18:00
Sunday:
08:00 - 18:00
Reviews
"Nice park which is also accessible via the Legacy Trail. I understand that many of the various employees have "their job" to do however, this one has me perplexed. One end of the small lake is a swimming area complete with a beach. Yet some 50 feet away on the other side is a "Beware of alligators sign." Uh hello, who's the supervisor on this job? One of the two need to go."
"Fantastic park with a mission to save & expand the population of Scrub Blue Jays. The Nature Center is delightful run by knowledgeable & enthusiastic volunteers. Displays of local wildlife & plants & interesting programming like viewing the resident eaglets. Great hiking paths, viewing platforms, picnic pavilions & swimming area. Direct access to the Legacy rail to trail off of the Legacy Picnic Area & primitive campsite."
"See how Florida looked before people came when you visit this huge park and wild life preserve. 2 square miles of natural wilderness with miles of walking trails, bicycle, picnic, playground, parking, bathrooms, camping. Only $5 per car. This is a precious resource for us to enjoy and respect."
"Not well maintained and probably the most run down of all the Florida state parks I've been to. Campsites share water hookups. Fine, if you are an even site, but you better have a 50-foot water hose for those odd sites. Sites are overgrown, and the restrooms are extremely old, with pipes screwed to the tiles. Great location near a couple of keys. Great local eateries and about 20 minutes drive from the Venice fishing pier."
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