Freshwater lakes and wildlife viewing opportunities abound in this park just 30 minutes from Sarasota. Lake Osprey, near its center, is a quite popular spot for swimming. If you prefer sitting to swimming, hit up South Creek for canoeing and kayaking.
Hipcampers into birdwatching should definitely make time to seek out Florida scrub-jays here. These cute and friendly birds are only found in Florida. Oscar Scherer hosts one of the largest remaining populations of this threatened species. Majestic bald eagles also make their home in this area.
Other recreational activities include traveling the area's historic Legacy Trail. This 12.5-mile trail is fairly flat, making it a popular choice for leisurely bicycling.
It's also popular among train buffs, as it's built on a decommissioned railroad corridor. You can learn
Freshwater lakes and wildlife viewing opportunities abound in this park just 30 minutes from Sarasota. Lake Osprey, near its center, is a quite popular spot for swimming. If you prefer sitting to swimming, hit up South Creek for canoeing and kayaking.
Hipcampers into birdwatching should definitely make time to seek out Florida scrub-jays here. These cute and friendly birds are only found in Florida. Oscar Scherer hosts one of the largest remaining populations of this threatened species. Majestic bald eagles also make their home in this area.
Other recreational activities include traveling the area's historic Legacy Trail. This 12.5-mile trail is fairly flat, making it a popular choice for leisurely bicycling.
It's also popular among train buffs, as it's built on a decommissioned railroad corridor. You can learn the corridor's history by reading the many informational plaques along the way.
With electricity and water as well as picnic tables and grills, not only are Oscar Scherer campgrounds a home away from home, but a kitchen away from home! So bring the friends, bring the family and enjoy an outdoor cookout at these sites (1-104) just south of South Creek. These lovely campgrounds, surrounded by miles and miles of beautiful hiking Read more...
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Oscar Scherer State Park
A natural gem hidden in the busy urban sprawl of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Freshwater lakes and wildlife viewing opportunities abound in this park just 30 minutes from Sarasota. Lake Osprey, near its center, is a quite popular spot for swimming. If you prefer sitting to swimming, hit up South Creek for canoeing and kayaking.
Hipcampers into birdwatching should definitely make time to seek out Florida scrub-jays here. These cute and friendly birds are only found in Florida. Oscar Scherer hosts one of the largest remaining populations of this threatened species. Majestic bald eagles also make their home in this area.
Other recreational activities include traveling the area's historic Legacy Trail. This 12.5-mile trail is fairly flat, making it a popular choice for leisurely bicycling.
It's also popular among train buffs, as it's built on a decommissioned railroad corridor. You can learn
Freshwater lakes and wildlife viewing opportunities abound in this park just 30 minutes from Sarasota. Lake Osprey, near its center, is a quite popular spot for swimming. If you prefer sitting to swimming, hit up South Creek for canoeing and kayaking.
Hipcampers into birdwatching should definitely make time to seek out Florida scrub-jays here. These cute and friendly birds are only found in Florida. Oscar Scherer hosts one of the largest remaining populations of this threatened species. Majestic bald eagles also make their home in this area.
Other recreational activities include traveling the area's historic Legacy Trail. This 12.5-mile trail is fairly flat, making it a popular choice for leisurely bicycling.
It's also popular among train buffs, as it's built on a decommissioned railroad corridor. You can learn the corridor's history by reading the many informational plaques along the way.
Activities in the park
1 campground in Oscar Scherer State Park
With electricity and water as well as picnic tables and grills, not only are Oscar Scherer campgrounds a home away from home, but a kitchen away from home! So bring the friends, bring the family and enjoy an outdoor cookout at these sites (1-104) just south of South Creek. These lovely campgrounds, surrounded by miles and miles of beautiful hiking Read more...
Why can't I see these campgrounds when I search with dates?
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