Florida's state parks have benefited from the efforts of friend groups, or citizen support organizations, and the Florida State Parks Foundation. These organizations and park volunteers provide support by volunteering, educating visitors, hosting events, and raising funds for specific park projects.
In addition, companies, businesses, and organizations work with Florida State Parks by providing days of volunteer service. These companies have helped with projects such as painting, debris removal, kiosk construction, and native vegetation restoration projects.
Title | Fund | Dollars | Positions |
---|---|---|---|
PROGRAM: RECREATION AND PARKS | |||
COASTAL AND AQUATIC MANAGED AREAS |
488,452,189
|
223.00 |
|
STATE PARK OPERATIONS |
281,941,732
|
1,041.50 |
|
TOTAL |
770,393,921 |
1,264.50 |
State Park Campsite Reservations. The 2023 Legislature enacted Ch. 2023-62, Laws of Florida, whichrequires the Division of Recreation and Parks of the Department of Environmental Protection to allow residents and nonresidents to reserve state park cabins and campsites, including sites for RV, tent, boat, and equestrian camping as follows.
Other Reports
2022 Florida State Parks Recreational Facilities Inventory Report, Department of Environmental Protection, September 2022
Citizen Support Organization Direct-Support Organization 2022 Annual Report, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, August, 2022
Florida Greenways & Trails System Plan and Maps, Department of Environmental Protection
2019 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP), Department of Environmental Protection
A complete list of the Department of Environmental Protection's Office of the Inspector General reports are available on its website
Websites of Interest
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. State Park List
National Association of State Park Directors
National Parks Conservation Association
Division of Recreation and Parks, 850-245-3029
Website