Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center

Category: State park in Port St. Lucie, Florida

Address: 2541 SE Walton Rd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952, USA

Phone: +17723982779

Reviews

Dylan O'Berry

Sep 3, 2022

My favorite park might even see a bald eagle

Willis and Danielle Deonarine

Sep 2, 2022

Lots of wildlife baby gators were everywhere

Yennefer Van Hayden

Jul 24, 2022

Park is very clean, but seems to be underfunded. Never seen staff on hand. Road noise is significant and unfortunately parkgoers are incredibly inconsiderate in the parking lot with music loud enough to be heard all across the preserve - so you can forget hearing any wildlife. Bonus is there’s benches and trail maps, and if you’re lucky you’ll spot some smaller creatures snacking on the foliage.

Daniel ONeal

Jul 10, 2022

Wow, great place. I've been to a lot of parks & this particular one is one oc the best I've seen ever. Public bathrooms fairly clean & lots of parking. Fishing everywhere & lots of species to catch. Everyone was super friendly too!

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Questions & Answers

Is there shelter if it rains?

Linda Musselman | Sep 20, 2018
Cea Green | Sep 20, 2018

Pavilions and a laundry room.

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When is the next native plant sale?

k liddell | Sep 20, 2017
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Sep 20, 2018

Good morning! Our Native Plant Sale is open year-round during the Education Center business hours, which are Thursday-Monday, 9 am to 5 pm. We hope to see you soon!

Who runs the park now. What are their names

travis willhite | Sep 19, 2020
Father Mark Collins | Sep 19, 2020

Freshwater game and Wildlife state officers

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Can u drive around in there are no

Cjay Leone | Sep 20, 2018
Debra | Sep 20, 2018

Its really a walking place. Drive in and park your car then kayak or walk the trails

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Do they have MTB trails?

Kai Cocca | Sep 20, 2018
Kai Cocca | Sep 20, 2018

Ok,thank you Eva and Walter

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Are electric scooters and Ebikes allowed on the trails here?

Scott Goulet | Aug 29, 2022
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Aug 29, 2022

Hi Scott, Electric-assist bicycles/e-bikes are defined in Florida Statute as bicycles. They are therefore permitted for use on Florida state trails and on trails designated as multi-use or specifically intended for bicycles within Florida's state parks. If a trail is designated for pedestrians or equestrians only, you may not ride a bicycle or e-bike on that trail. There may be posted speed limits on any given trail. Bicycles and e-bikes may also be used on paved public access roads within Florida's state parks. Motorized recreational scooters are not permitted for use on state trails. Within Florida State Parks, you may ride your e-scooter on paved public access roads but not on sidewalks, boardwalks or trails.

What kind of bike do you need to ride the bike trails? I have thinner tires on my bike

Gail Wahl | Feb 21, 2022
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Feb 21, 2022

Hi Gail! We typically recommend a wider-tire bicycle. The trails are made up of natural soil - the occasional tree root or other natural obstacle is to be expected, along with intermittent muddy areas and puddles. The further north in the park you travel (i.e. closer to the blue trail), the more loose, sugar sand you will encounter.

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Are the trails marked?

Maureen | Jan 22, 2022
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Jan 22, 2022

Hi Maureen! Yes, our trails are marked with blazes. They are color coded (White trail is marked with white blazes, blue trail is marked with blue blazes). Blazes are paint marks on trees or posts. Blazes are close enough together that when standing at one blaze, you should be able to see the next, so it is easy to stay on trail.

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Is there camping . Tent camping

scnl “I HATE BEING ALIVE ,” | Sep 19, 2021
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Sep 19, 2021

Hi Steven, the Savannas Preserve State Park does not have a campground. Other people are confusing our property with other local parks. Please do not provide information on this page about other organizations. This page is for the Savannas Preserve State Park located on Walton Road in Port St Lucie only. Thank you!

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Am i able to walk the trails with a child stroller? Or is the terrain to rough for it?

AD S | Sep 19, 2021
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Sep 19, 2021

Good Afternoon! The trails are all natural terrain meaning they are dirt with tree roots, branches and patches of grass. Most of the trails are not ideal for strollers. We do have a short sidewalk that leads from our main parking lot out to the marsh. And the Canoe Launch Road at our main entrance is a very compacted dirt that you should be able to take the stroller down. Round-trip, that road offers you about 1.5 miles worth of walking.The road is open to vehicle traffic so please use caution. Thank you!

How long are the trails?

Shane Allen-Kearney | Sep 19, 2020
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Sep 19, 2020

Good Afternoon! We have more than 17 miles of trails. The main trail (White Trail) is 11 miles long, one-way. On the north end of the park (north of Walton Rd.) there are numerous other trails that loop off of the White Trail. There is the Yellow (approx. 1 mile), Red (Approx. 1 mile) and the Blue (Approx. 2 miles). By the Education Center, there are is an additional mile of trails. This is just the main part of our park. We also have the Hawk's Bluff Trail (Approx. 1 mile) and numerous trail at Miller Property (Approx. 2 miles). You can visit our non-profit's website for some additional information and printable maps! https://www.friendsofsavannas.org/

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I'm from Tampa and I'm heading there now, is there an area you can swim at this park?

Ezequiel Ambrosio | Sep 20, 2019
Savannas Preserve State Park | Sep 20, 2019

Good Afternoon Ezequiel, we do not have any designated swimming areas in our park. You want to consider visiting Fort Pierce Inlet State Park just north of us!

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Do you have a dump station

Judie Strout | Sep 20, 2019
Susan Hamburger | Sep 20, 2019

There is no dumpster at Savannas Preserve State Park on Walton Road; you are confusing us with Savannas Recreation Area on Midway Road that has camping and a dumpster for campers. Their dump station is out-of-order and only registered campers with full hookups can attached their clean-out hose to their on-site sewer hookup.

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is there rv camping overnight?Are dogs welcome

Melinda McDermott | Sep 20, 2019
Kim Himmelmann | Sep 20, 2019

No camping of any kind. I think dogs are welcome on a leash.

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Any atv riding?

Noel Scee | Sep 20, 2019
Benjamin Eaton | Sep 20, 2019

Like Peter Morris said

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I'm I asked to purchase a veteran annual pass at this location?

Keith Estrada | Sep 20, 2018
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Sep 20, 2018

You may purchase an annual state park pass for veterans at the Savannas Preserve State Park Education Center, 2541 SE Walton Road, Port St. Lucie, on Thursdays-Mondays, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The center is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Please bring proof of your time in service, such as a DD-214 or a Veteran's ID Card. All visitors are required to pay a fee upon entering the Savannas Preserve State Park. You may purchase a One Day Pass for $3.00 per vehicle, or you may purchase an annual pass that will cover the price of Admission into most Florida State Parks for one year.

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Can one pitch a tent in here?

Angel Bloodpower | Sep 20, 2018
judi cook | Sep 20, 2018

Don't think so

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Is this place open to horseback riding?

Mia Antonia | Sep 20, 2018
Savannas Preserve State Park Environmental Education Center | Sep 20, 2018

Yes, we have multi-use trails for horseback riding, bicycling, and walking. We have an equestrian parking lot (call ahead to have it unlocked) for you to bring your own horse. We don't rent horses, kayaks, or bicycles.

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how much is it

Dauje Perez | Sep 20, 2018
Chrirstopher Vandello | Sep 20, 2018

The state park is a fee use area. Park admission is collected at collection boxes located throughout the park. $3/ vehicle or $2/individual.

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Why are you closed?

Charles Tate | Sep 20, 2018
Adrienne Lanuti Howanitz | Sep 20, 2018

Hurricane Irma damage

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