Fort Cooper State Park
Fort Cooper State Park, State park and historic site in Citrus County, United States.
Fort Cooper State Park spans 700 acres of forest with oak, pine, and hickory trees along Lake Holathlikaha, featuring five miles of marked hiking trails.
The fort, established in 1836 during the Second Seminole War, served as a defensive position for Major Mark Anthony Cooper and his militiamen.
The park preserves Native American and military heritage through interpretive displays, original fort remnants, and annual historical reenactments each March.
Visitors can rent canoes and paddleboats to explore Lake Holathlikaha, while the Lake Lodge accommodates groups of up to 50 people for special events.
The park connects to the 46-mile Withlacoochee State Trail, which extends through three Florida counties from Citrus Springs to Dade City.
Location: Citrus County
Inception: 1972
Website: https://floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/fort-cooper-state-park
GPS coordinates: 28.81000,-82.30530
Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:14
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