State Parks Near Port St. Lucie, Florida
13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Port St. Lucie. The closest is Savannas Preserve State Park, about 7 mi east of town. 6 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Savannas Preserve State Park7 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 6of 13 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 61 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 03 with free entry
State parks near Port St. Lucie, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Port St. Lucie; driving distance is usually longer.
Savannas Preserve State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, biking, and wildlife watching. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Savannas Preserve State Park →Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park
Visitors come for horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park →Fort Pierce Inlet State Park
Visitors come for wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Pierce Inlet State Park →St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park →Seabranch Preserve State Park
Things to do include biking, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Seabranch Preserve State Park →Avalon State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, swimming, and fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for Avalon State Park →Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park
The park supports historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park →Jonathan Dickinson State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Jonathan Dickinson State Park →John D. MacArthur Beach State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, surfing, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for John D. MacArthur Beach State Park →St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, wildlife watching, biking, and hiking. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park →Sebastian Inlet State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, historic sites, and canoeing and kayaking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Sebastian Inlet State Park →Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park
The park supports horseback riding, historic sites, wildlife watching, biking, and hiking. Overnight options include 35 campsites across 2 camping areas, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park →Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, wildlife watching, and fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Port St. Lucie
- Fort Pierce Inlet State Park 15 mi north · Campground listed
- St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 16 mi southeast · 1 campsites
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 26 mi southeast · 142 campsites
- St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park 40 mi north · 12 campsites
- Sebastian Inlet State Park 41 mi north · 62 campsites
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Port St. Lucie
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 26 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Port St. Lucie
- St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 16 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Avalon State Park 18 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 26 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- John D. MacArthur Beach State Park 38 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Sebastian Inlet State Park 41 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Port St. Lucie
- Savannas Preserve State Park 7 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park 15 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Fort Pierce Inlet State Park 15 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 16 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Seabranch Preserve State Park 17 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near Port St. Lucie
- Savannas Preserve State Park 7 mi east · Fishing listed
- St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 16 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Avalon State Park 18 mi north · Fishing listed
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 26 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- John D. MacArthur Beach State Park 38 mi southeast · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Free state parks near Port St. Lucie
- Seabranch Preserve State Park 17 mi southeast · No entrance fee listed
- Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park 25 mi west · No entrance fee listed
- Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park 46 mi north · No entrance fee listed
Questions about state parks near Port St. Lucie
What is the closest state park to Port St. Lucie?
Savannas Preserve State Park is the closest, about 7 miles east of Port St. Lucie in a straight line. Next are Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park and Fort Pierce Inlet State Park.
How many state parks are near Port St. Lucie?
13 state park units are within 50 miles, and 6 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Port St. Lucie have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Fort Pierce Inlet State Park, St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park and Jonathan Dickinson State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Port St. Lucie?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Port St. Lucie?
3 parks list no entrance fee: Seabranch Preserve State Park, Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park and Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.
State parks near other cities
- Near Sebastian, FL35 mi north
- Near West Palm Beach, FL40 mi southeast
- Near Palm Bay, FL50 mi north
- Near Sebring, FL67 mi west
- Near Fort Lauderdale, FL80 mi south
- Near Lake Wales, FL86 mi northwest
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.