Savannas Preserve State Park
"Visitors from Fort Pierce often come for a quiet nature escape and easy access to marsh habitat, birding, and fishing."
A vast freshwater marsh and pine flatwoods preserve offering wildlife viewing, paddling, and peaceful outdoor recreation.
Seabranch Preserve State Park
"Fort Pierce residents often visit Seabranch Preserve for its quieter, less-developed trail experience. It offers a different kind of outdoor outing than the city’s beaches and waterfront parks."
A quiet Treasure Coast preserve known for hiking, birdwatching, and diverse coastal habitats.
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
"Fort Pierce residents visit for fishing, hiking, and camping in a diverse natural setting. The park is a worthwhile drive for those seeking river and scrubland scenery."
A large South Florida park known for paddling, hiking, biking, and wildlife along the Loxahatchee River.
Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park
"Fort Pierce travelers come for hiking, horseback riding, and the park's dark skies. It is a popular inland destination for those seeking a more remote outdoor experience."
A vast dry prairie preserve known for wildlife, hiking, and some of Florida's best stargazing.