Lake Griffin State Park, State nature park in Lake County, Florida

Lake Griffin State Park is a Florida state park located on the shore of Lake Griffin in Lake County, in the central part of the state. The park covers a mix of wetlands, hardwood forest, and open water, with trails, boat ramps, and a campground spread across the grounds.

Lake Griffin State Park is a 577.63-acre Florida state park two miles north of Leesburg, in Fruitland Park, made up of swampland and hardwood upland. It connects to Lake Griffin, the Ocklawaha River and the Harris Chain of Lakes, and holds one of the state's largest live oak trees.

Fishing is a long-standing tradition at Lake Griffin, drawing local families and visitors to the water throughout the year. The lake is known among anglers for bass and catfish, and the boat ramps make it easy to get on the water quickly.

The cooler months from fall through spring make walking the trails and spending time near the water more comfortable, as heat and insects are less of a concern. The park has campsites with electricity and water hookups for those who want to stay overnight.

The park holds one of Florida's largest live oak trees, a specimen that anchors the hardwood upland above the swamp. The half-mile nature trail passes it, and the park's 577 acres also connect to Lake Griffin, the Dead River and the Ocklawaha River.