Manager's Message Our pine flatwoods are bursting with late summer wildflowers while the deer are seen browsing in the early morning hours. Look for lazy gators sunning themselves off the Cypress Swamp boardwalk as cicadas sing in the afternoon heat. Come camp and enjoy the peace and stillness. Camp during the weekdays and have the whole place nearly to yourself! Enjoy seeing abundant wildlife as you hike the shaded nature trails or ride on the off road bicycle trails. Summer is a great time to enjoy our "REAL Florida." See you soon. - Peter Anderson, Park Manager View Instructions (allow pop-ups) Welcome to Highlands Hammock State Park One of Florida´s oldest parks, opening to the public in 1931, this park was established when local citizens came together to promote the hammock as a candidate for national park status. During the Great Depression, just prior to World War II, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) developed additional park facilities and the beginnings of a botanical garden. Many visitors enjoy bicycling the scenic 3-mile loop drive or hiking along the park´s nine trails. An elevated boardwalk traverses an old-growth cypress swamp. For equestrians, there is an 11-mile, day-use trail. Picnicking is another popular activity as are ranger-guided tours of the park. Highlands Hammock offers a full-facility campground, as well as a youth/group tent campground. A full-service restaurant is located on the park grounds. For schedule and catering information, call (863) 385-7025. A recreation hall is available for rental, as are several picnic pavilions. A museum showcasing the history of the CCC is open 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Located on County Road 634, four miles west of Sebring. Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries. For Information about Highlands Hammock State Park, please call 863-386-6094.