Oscar Scherer State Park

Nature Center Screen Room Closed

The Nature Center's Screened Room is currently closed for repairs until further notice.

Partial Trail Closure

Sections of the Red Trail at Oscar Scherer State Park are closed until further notice due to American Bald Eagle nesting season, per national protocols and regulations. The north section of the Red Trail is closed from bench 12A to bench 12B. Please do not enter this protected area. Inquire at ranger station for more information.

CAMPGROUND RESTROOM NO. 2 CONSTRUCTION

Effective Jan. 8, 2024: Campground restroom No. 2 is closed at Oscar Scherer State Park while a new one is built. Other facilities are available during construction. Available campsites are limited during the closure.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Canoe and kayak rentals are not available. Additionally, rentals are not available for the guided paddle on Wednesdays.

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$5 per vehicle

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Location

1843 S. Tamiami Trail
Osprey FL 34229

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Contact Info

941-483-5956

Welcome to Oscar Scherer State Park

Surrounded by urban areas, Oscar Scherer is an unexpected oasis providing visitors with a refreshing escape into natural Florida.

A hidden gem surrounded by housing developments and major highways, Oscar Scherer plays an invaluable role in the preservation of Florida scrub-jay habitat. Bald eagles nest here in the winter, and in the summer, Lake Osprey attracts anglers and swimmers.

South Creek attracts anglers, canoers and kayakers.

With 15 miles of trails, this park provides solitude, beauty, challenge and a healthy adventure for everyone. Oscar Sherer is a popular stopover for bicyclists and walkers on the Legacy Trail, making this an important place for the surrounding community and a worthwhile stop for travelers.