Tomoka State Park

Tomoka State Park is a nature reserve along the Tomoka River spread across roughly 2,000 acres of land. The grounds are home to manatees, alligators, deer, tortoises, bobcats, and around 160 bird species living in their natural habitats.

The ground was once the site of Nocoroco, a Timucua settlement with origins thousands of years in the past, and an 18th-century British plantation. Archaeological traces of these early settlements can still be found throughout the park today.

The area was once home to the Timucua people who thrived on the fish-filled waters and built their communities here. Today a monument within the grounds honors these early inhabitants and their deep connection to the river.

The park offers over 100 campsites with electric hookups, water access, and picnic tables, plus a boat launch and canoe rentals. Visitors can explore from early morning to evening, with the best times for wildlife watching in early morning or late afternoon hours.

Tomoka Point is a viewing area where visitors can spot seasonal raptors like bald eagles, peregrine falcons, and northern harriers. These birds of prey use the river corridor as a hunting ground, making observation from that vantage point a special experience.

Location: Florida

Inception: 1945

Website: https://floridastateparks.org/Tomoka

GPS coordinates: 29.33190,-81.08110

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02