Are you a part of the VIP Insider? Sign in or join now. Why join?
Find a problem with our new site? Tell us!
Text size: A A A
More Local Attractions

Lake Kissimmee State Park

14248 Camp Mack Road
Lake Wales, Florida 33853
Phone: (863)696-1112
Fax: Contact Park for Number
(Map)

Florida's cowboy heritage comes alive with living history demonstrations of the early Florida "cow hunters" in an 1876-era cow camp, open 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekends and holidays. White-tailed deer, bald eagles, sandhill cranes, turkeys, and bobcats have been seen in the park, located on the shores of lakes Kissimmee, Tiger, and Rosalie. Visitors enjoy boating, canoeing, and fishing in the picturesque lakes. Nature students can hike over 13 miles of trails to observe and study the abundant plant and animal life. Six miles of trails are open to equestrians. A large, shaded picnic area with pavilions is available. The park has full-facility campsites, as well as a primitive camping facility. The youth camping area can accommodate up to 50 people. The dark skies make stargazing a popular nighttime activity for campers. Located off State Road 60 15 miles east of Lake Wales.

Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

Park Fees

Admission Fees
  Vehicle for 2 to 8 people  $4.00  
  Single Occupant Vehicles  $3.00  
  Pedestrians, Bicyclists, Extra Passengers *  $1.00  

* Including passengers in vehicles with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Permit.

Camping Fees
  Up to 8 people on site  $19.04 per day  
  Primitive camping per person  $4.00 per night  
send to a friend  view as printer-friendly  RSS feeds
advertisement

Orlando weather

Fair
47°F
5-day forecast | Hurricane Guide
advertisement

Marketplace

Nutrition & Health Center
Stay healthy thanks to Dr. Susan Mitchell's Nutrition and Health Center! Get recipes, hear internet shows, and much more!
It's YOUR Home
Learn how to create your ideal living space. After all... It's YOUR Home!
Travel
Need to get away or planning a vacation? Let us, and our partners at Travel Channel, help. Click here to find out more.
Ask the Experts
Get information and professional advice in many categories, from health to home improvement! Ask the Experts!
Daytona Beach CVB
We've got your shot at a Fall Weekend Getaway in Daytona Beach! Get details!
advertisement
Go Green Orlando
AM580 WDBO encourages you to help the environment and Go Green! Use our tips!
Stay ahead of the storm. Find evacuation routes, safety tips and more in the Hurricane Guide .
careerbuilder Local Job Guide
Whether you want a new job or a new career, you can find it in our Local Job Guide
Don't miss your favorite TV shows! Click to get the latest WFTV Channel 9 programming schedule.