Welcome to the Highlands Hammock State Park homepage. Located in Sebring, Florida, in Highlands County, Highlands Hammock is easily reached via US Highway 27. Within about 2 hours driving distance to both coasts, our location offers a great opportunity to experience the unique ecosystems found in central Florida. Recreational opportunities include hiking, nature walks, bicycling, off-road bicycling, camping, picnicking and more. Nine separate nature trails (each a 1/2 mile in length) offer some of the finest walking/hiking experiences in the Florida Park Service. Stroll on elevated boardwalks over dark swamp waters, or marvel over immense oaks hundreds- to thousands-of years old. (You can view some of these trees, nature trails, and our wildlife in the Photo Gallery section.) You will find a wealth of information about the park, the State of Florida's Civilian Conservation Corps Museum located in our picnic area, and all that we have to offer your family. Read on and learn why our park enjoys the honor of being one of the first state parks in Florida. Don't forget to check out our Special Events section to find out what festivals, events, concerts, and activities are coming up! We hope that you will join us soon at this beautiful place in "the Real Florida."

Hours of Operation

Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

Driving Directions

Highlands Hammock State Park is located off US 27 on SR 634 (also known as Hammock Road), four miles west of Sebring.

Park Fees

Admission Fees - $4.00 per vehicle for up to 8 people. Single occupant in vehicle - $3.00 Bus admission - $40.00 Pedestrians, Bicyclists, Extra Passengers, Passengers In Vehicles With Holder of Annual Individual Entrance Permit, Members of Organized Groups - Admission Fee $1.00

Camping Fee
All Year: $18.00 plus tax Senior/Disabled camping (all year) - $9.00 per night plus tax

Tram Tour Fee
Adults - $4.00; age 6-12 - $2.00; under 6 is free
Private tram tours - (by advanced reservation only) $70.00 plus tax

Equestrian Fees
Individual daily equestrian fee is $6.00 (includes tax) Negative Coggins report required. Family daily equestrian fee is $14.00 (includes tax) Negative Coggins report required - family fee covers entrance for the vehicle, trailer in tow, and up to a four person maximum.

Recreation Hall
Rentals - $100.00 per day plus tax (after hours fee - $30.00 plus tax)

The Recreation Hall is a great place to hold community events, private parties and reunions. This large facility holds up to 250 people and has central heat and air conditioning to ensure that guests are comfortable year round. Attractive banquet tables and folding chairs are in the building as a convenience. Kitchen facilities (hot water, stove, refrigerator, wash sinks) offer the added advantage of preparing your meal on the premises. A large BBQ grill is also conveniently located just outside the kitchen door. Both men's and lady’s restrooms are also located inside the building. Additional seating (picnic tables) is located just outside the main entrance on the "patio." The large front lawn offers plenty of space for recreation activities, and there is also privacy as the Rec Hall is located just beyond the family camping area. This facility is reservable for the modest fee of $100.00 per day. Reservations are accepted up to 11 months in advance; contact the Ranger Station at (863) 386-6094. The park entrance fee of $4.00 per vehicle (up to 8 persons) still applies; a tally for your guests may be arranged by contacting the park's administrative office in advance at (863) 386-6099. (Management approval and deposit is required for all tally's).

Highlands Hammock State Park 5931 Hammock Road Sebring, Florida 33872 Phone: 863-386-6094 Fax: 863-386-6095 Park Manager: Peter Anderson