State Parks Near Sebring, Florida

10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Sebring. The closest is Highlands Hammock State Park, about 5 mi west of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Highlands Hammock State Park5 mi west
Within 25 miles
3of 10 within 50 mi
With camping
61 with cabins
Dog-friendly
02 with free entry

State parks near Sebring, nearest first

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

  1. Highlands Hammock State Park

    5 miles west · Sebring, Florida · State Park

    The park supports horseback riding, historic sites, wildlife watching, fishing, and biking. Camping is available: 158 campsites across 4 camping areas, including tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.

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  2. Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park

    12 miles south · Lake Placid, Florida · Preserve State Park

    Visitors come for fishing, hiking, and picnicking.

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  3. Paynes Creek Historic State Park

    24 miles northwest · Bowling Green, Florida · Historic State Park

    Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).

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  4. Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

    27 miles east · 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.

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  5. Lake Kissimmee State Park

    35 miles north · Lake Wales, Florida · State Park

    The park supports horseback riding, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and biking. Water access includes a boat ramp.

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  6. Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park

    36 miles north · Haines City, Florida · Preserve State Park

    Things to do include horseback riding, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: 2 campsites, including tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.

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  7. Wingate Creek State Park

    43 miles west · Bradenton, Florida · State Park

    In Manatee County, about 24 miles northwest of Arcadia, Wingate Creek State Park covers about 615 acres.

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  8. Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park

    44 miles southeast · Okeechobee, Florida · Historic State Park

    The park supports historic sites.

    Free entry

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  9. Alafia River State Park

    48 miles northwest · Lithia, Florida · State Park

    The park supports horseback riding, biking, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. For overnight stays there are 32 campsites across 3 camping areas (RV sites with full hookups and tent sites).

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  10. South Fork State Park

    48 miles west · Bradenton, Florida · State Park

    South Fork State Park is a park in Manatee County, about 22 miles east of Palmetto.

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Sebring

  1. Highlands Hammock State Park 5 mi west · 158 campsites
  2. Paynes Creek Historic State Park 24 mi northwest · Campground listed
  3. Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park 27 mi east · 35 campsites
  4. Lake Kissimmee State Park 35 mi north · 66 campsites
  5. Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park 36 mi north · 2 campsites

+ 1 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Sebring

  1. Highlands Hammock State Park 5 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays

Hiking near Sebring

  1. Highlands Hammock State Park 5 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  2. Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park 12 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  3. Paynes Creek Historic State Park 24 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
  4. Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park 27 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  5. Lake Kissimmee State Park 35 mi north · Hiking trails listed

+ 2 more in the list above

Fishing near Sebring

  1. Highlands Hammock State Park 5 mi west · Fishing listed
  2. Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park 12 mi south · Fishing listed
  3. Paynes Creek Historic State Park 24 mi northwest · Fishing listed
  4. Lake Kissimmee State Park 35 mi north · Fishing listed
  5. Alafia River State Park 48 mi northwest · Fishing listed

Free state parks near Sebring

  1. Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park 36 mi north · No entrance fee listed
  2. Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park 44 mi southeast · No entrance fee listed

Questions about state parks near Sebring

What is the closest state park to Sebring?

Highlands Hammock State Park is the closest, about 5 miles west of Sebring in a straight line. Next are Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park and Paynes Creek Historic State Park.

How many state parks are near Sebring?

10 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Sebring have camping?

6 parks list camping, the nearest being Highlands Hammock State Park, Paynes Creek Historic State Park and Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Sebring?

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

Are there free state parks near Sebring?

2 parks list no entrance fee: Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park and Okeechobee Battlefield Historic 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.