Spend Memorial Day Weekend in Florida State Parks with Free Admission Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary

"As visitors enjoy the holiday weekend, Memorial Day is also a time to pause and reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country," said Florida Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Alexis A. Lambert. "Florida State Parks offer meaningful places to connect with the history and natural beauty that define our state."

Across Florida, state parks protect some of the nation's most iconic natural and historic places, from crystal-clear springs and beaches to trails, rivers and historic landmarks that help tell Florida's role in America's story.

Visitors can enjoy hiking, paddling, fishing, wildlife viewing, camping and more in diverse natural settings statewide.

Florida State Parks also preserve a wide range of cultural and historical resources, including forts, battlefields, archaeological sites and historic landscapes that reflect chapters of Florida's past.

Please note: Free admission applies to day-use only and excludes Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, Skyway Fishing Pier State Park, Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. All other fees, including overnight accommodations, special events, concessions and rentals from park vendors, will remain in effect.   

Find your park and plan your visit at FloridaStateParks.org. To learn more about Florida's role in America's 250th anniversary, visit America250FL.com.