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).
Florida State Campgrounds
Reservations 1-800-326-3521 |
Nature Trails
A 6.5-mile hiking trail winds through pine flatwoods
and cypress swamp, allowing visitors to observe
the great variety of vegetation and wildlife found
at the park. A self-guided nature trail featuring
a boardwalk system and observation platform overlooking
the salt marsh is also available. Additional exhibits
of plants and wildlife may be seen in the park's
Interpretive Center.
Picnicking
Picnic area is available with tables and grills.
Pavilions are available but limited on a first come
first serve basis.
Primitive Camping
Primitive camping is available along our canoe and
hiking trails. Campers can experience true camping
with no amenities. Space is limited. Check at ranger
station for availability.
RV's
The park has two camping areas. One area contains
19 sites located in a wooded area and is popular for
tents, vans, and popups. The other consists of 118
sites in an area more suited for RV's and also includes
tent sites. Some sites have electricity and all sites
have a picnic table and a grill. Three bathhouses
are located in the campground and are equipped with
hot and cold showers. One bathhouse has a washer and
dryer and another has an activity room with tables,
chairs, brochure rack, and other reading material.
The park has a youth camping area, a primitive camping
area that is accessible from the park's hiking trail,
and another primitive camping area accessible by canoe.
The youth camp area can be reserved and the primitive
camps are first come first serve.
Visitor Center
A self-guided tour through the nature center has
many exhibits of the plants and wildlife that can
be seen here.
Wildlife Viewing
There are several opportunities to view wildlife
through nature trails, bike trails and canoe trails.
Common sightings are alligator, raccoons, osprey,
white ibis, and other wading birds.
Youth Camping
Youth camping is available for youth groups i.e.
Scouts, church, and schools. Youth camp area is
primitive and will require some walking with food
and water to get to the site. No showers and only
privies are available.
Florida State Campgrounds
Reservations 1-800-326-3521 |
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