Experiences & Amenities

There are over 15 miles of multiuse trails available for park visitors and group tours. The trails are shared by hikers, bicyclists and horseback riders. The nature trails wind throughout the Savannas marsh system, so depending on the season and weather, the trails may be wet.

• Helmets are highly recommended for all cyclists and Florida law requires helmets for cyclists age 16 and under. Please plan accordingly.
• For more information, contact the education center, Thursday through Monday, at 772-398-2779 or the park office at 772-340-7530.

Freshwater fishing is available at the Savannas Preserve.

Please keep in mind that you must have the necessary fishing licenses.

• For information about the access points, contact the park, Wednesday through Sunday, at 772-398-2779.
• The canoe launch boardwalk at the Savannas is ADA accessible with fishing available from the platform.
• All fishing within the park must conform to regulations concerning size, number, method of capture and season. A fishing license may be required. More information is available at the Florida Wildlife Commission’s Fishing in Florida.

We offer an array of scenic hiking trails in the park, from our short nature trail to loop hikes and hikes that stretch the length of the park.

There are over 15 miles of multiuse trails available for park visitors and group tours. The trails are shared by hikers, bicyclists and horseback riders.

The nature trails wind throughout the Savannas marsh system, so depending on the season and weather, the trails may be wet. Please plan accordingly.

• For more information, contact the education center, Thursday through Monday, at 772-398-2779 or the park office at 772-340-7530.

There are over 15 miles of multi-use trails available for park visitors and group tours. The trails are shared by hikers, bicyclists and horseback riders. The nature trails wind throughout the Savannas marsh system, so depending on the season and weather, the trails may be wet. Please plan accordingly. There is a designated equestrian area for those who trailer their horses.

• For additional information and equestrian gate combinations, please contact the education center, Thursday through Monday, at 772-398-2779 or the park office at 772-340-7530.
• All horse riders must carry a copy of their animal's negative Coggins test.
• Equestrian parking is available at the north end of Scenic Park Drive in Port St. Lucie in front of Sandhill Crane Park's main entrance. 

Visitors can launch their own canoes and kayaks. The launch is located at the Walton Road access and the Evans Creek access along U.S. 1.

Knowledgeable volunteers lead canoe/kayak tours every Friday and Saturday at 8:30 a.m. Sunday tours are offered seasonally during the winter and spring months. It's one of the most popular ways to explore the Savannas.

Trips generally return after about two hours of exploration. Reservations are required for the trip, and space is limited for this very popular program. Trips are available at other times during the week if requested.

During the winter, moonlit paddles may be offered and special trips are being planned for before and after Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's.

Please contact the education center, Thursday through Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 772-398-2779 for additional information and reservations.

Participation requirements for volunteer-led canoe/kayak tours

• Must not exceed manufacturer’s weight limit for vessel with gear (300 lbs.).
• Must have the ability to follow verbal and/or visual instructions independently and/or with assistance of a companion.
• Must have the ability to wear a properly fitted personal flotation device.
• Must have the ability to enter and exit the canoe/kayak independently or with assistance of a companion or with the use of self-supplied adaptive equipment.
• Must have the ability to remain seated, maneuver and balance independently or with assistance of a companion or with the use of self-supplied adaptive equipment.
• Must have the ability to withstand sun and heat for up to three hours.
• Must have at least one person in canoe/kayak with the ability to move it through the water in a stable manner and return it to launching area.

In the event of a capsize, one:

• Must have the ability to get out from under the watercraft independently.
• Must have the ability to right oneself and remain face up in the water with the aid of a personal flotation device.

Picnic shelters are available at a number of places in the preserve. Pavilions are located at the Jensen Beach trailhead, the education center on Walton Road, and at the canoe launch area located 0.75 miles north of the education center.

• Each pavilion has picnic tables.
• Pavilions are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• No reservations are taken for these facilities.
• ADA accessible tables are available at the education center and Jensen Beach pavilions.
• Please remember to use the provided trash receptacles.

Savannas Preserve provides excellent areas to observe nature. These areas are home to a variety of birds and wildlife.

On your hike, you may encounter a gopher tortoise, deer, marsh rabbit or even an alligator.