Region:
Southwest
COLLIER-SEMINOLE STATE PARK
Naples, Florida
Contact Information
20200 E. Tamiami Trail
Naples, 33961
(239) 394-3397
In the early 1940's Barron Collier, a wealthy advertising
entrepreneur and pioneer developer, made plans to
design a park. By 1947, the land Collier had chosen
was turned over to the state of Florida for management
as a state park. Named in part for Collier and for
the Seminole Indians who had made the area their
home, Collier-Seminole State Park was opened to
the public.
0Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown
365 days a year.
Driving Directions
Going south from Tampa on I-75, take Exit 101 (SR
951 & SR 84) and turn right. Follow 951 to US
41. Turn left on US 41 and the Collier-Seminole
State Park will be 8 miles on the right just past
CR 92.Going west from Fort Lauderdale, take Exit 80 (SR 29), go south to 41 and turn right. Follow 41 for about 15 miles, and the Collier-Seminole State Park will be on your left.
Park Activities
Bicycling
Off road biking on Historic Marco Road along a 3.5
mile course along marsh, hammock and pine flatwood.
Boat Ramp
The boat ramp will accommodate small to medium vessels
during low tide and most boats during high tide.
Please call for conditions.
Boat Ramp
Boat tours down the river are available through the
concessionaire. For information and a departure schedule
please call (941) 642-8898.
Boating
The Black Water River flows from the park, allowing
access to the Ten Thousand Islands and the Gulf
of Mexico. A float plan is required to be filed
at the ranger station. You can rent from the park
or bring your own canoe.
Campfire Circle
The campfire circle provides an opportunity for
campers and the park visitors to view a slide program
by park personnel about local interests. The topics
vary from black bear, native american history, the
building of the Tamiami Dredge to the mangrove forests.
The slide programs last from 30 to 45 minutes with
a chance for questions at the end.
Canoeing
There is a 13.6-mile canoe trail that flows down
the twisting Black Water River through a mangrove
forest.
Concessions
The Concessionaire has many items for sale such
as ice, sodas, and snack items. Store is open from
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 7 days a week.
Fishing
Fishing is available. A freshwater or saltwater
license may be required. Check local regulations.
Full Facility Camping
Camping is available at Collier-Seminole State Park
year round.
Reservations may be made up to eleven months in
advance. One night’s camping fee deposit will
be required (credit card only – must be canceled
within 24 hours of check-in time for refund).
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