State Parks Near Sebastian, Florida

11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Sebastian. The closest is Sebastian Inlet State Park, about 6 mi north of town. 5 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Sebastian Inlet State Park6 mi north
Within 25 miles
5of 11 within 50 mi
With camping
5parks list campsites
Dog-friendly
03 with free entry

State parks near Sebastian, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Sebastian; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Sebastian Inlet State Park

    6 miles north · Melbourne Beach, Florida · 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.

    62 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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  2. St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park

    8 miles west · Melbourne Beach, Florida · Preserve State Park

    Things to do include horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, wildlife watching, biking, and hiking. Water access includes a boat ramp.

    12 campsitesHikingBoating

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  3. Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park

    11 miles north · Melbourne Beach, Florida · Preserve State Park

    Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, wildlife watching, and fishing.

    FishingBoatingFree entry

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  4. Avalon State Park

    20 miles southeast · North Hutchinson Island, Florida · State Park

    The park supports snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, swimming, and fishing.

    SwimmingFishing

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  5. Fort Pierce Inlet State Park

    23 miles southeast · Fort Pierce, Florida · State Park

    Visitors come for wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and showers.

    CampingHiking

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  6. Savannas Preserve State Park

    36 miles south · Jensen Beach, Florida · 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.

    HikingFishingBoating

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  7. Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

    37 miles southwest · Okeechobee, Florida · 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.

    35 campsitesHiking

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  8. Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park

    44 miles southwest · Okeechobee, Florida · Historic State Park

    The park supports historic sites.

    Free entry

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  9. St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park

    48 miles southeast · Port Salerno, Florida · 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.

    1 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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  10. Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park

    49 miles south · Stuart, Florida · Preserve State Park

    Visitors come for horseback riding, biking, and hiking.

    Hiking

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  11. Seabranch Preserve State Park

    49 miles southeast · Stuart, Florida · Preserve State Park

    Things to do include biking, hiking, and picnicking.

    HikingFree entry

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Sebastian

  1. Sebastian Inlet State Park 6 mi north · 62 campsites
  2. St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park 8 mi west · 12 campsites
  3. Fort Pierce Inlet State Park 23 mi southeast · Campground listed
  4. Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park 37 mi southwest · 35 campsites
  5. St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 48 mi southeast · 1 campsites

Swimming near Sebastian

  1. Sebastian Inlet State Park 6 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Avalon State Park 20 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 48 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Sebastian

  1. Sebastian Inlet State Park 6 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  2. St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park 8 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  3. Fort Pierce Inlet State Park 23 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  4. Savannas Preserve State Park 36 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  5. Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park 37 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed

+ 3 more in the list above

Fishing near Sebastian

  1. Sebastian Inlet State Park 6 mi north · Fishing listed
  2. Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park 11 mi north · Fishing listed
  3. Avalon State Park 20 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  4. Savannas Preserve State Park 36 mi south · Fishing listed
  5. St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 48 mi southeast · Fishing listed

Free state parks near Sebastian

  1. Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park 11 mi north · No entrance fee listed
  2. Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park 44 mi southwest · No entrance fee listed
  3. Seabranch Preserve State Park 49 mi southeast · No entrance fee listed

Questions about state parks near Sebastian

What is the closest state park to Sebastian?

Sebastian Inlet State Park is the closest, about 6 miles north of Sebastian in a straight line. Next are St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park and Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park.

How many state parks are near Sebastian?

11 state park units are within 50 miles, and 5 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Sebastian have camping?

5 parks list camping, the nearest being Sebastian Inlet State Park, St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park and Fort Pierce Inlet State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Sebastian?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Sebastian?

3 parks list no entrance fee: Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park, Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park and Seabranch Preserve State Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.

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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.