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Manager's Message

Fall is on the way, though in South Florida you wouldn’t know it unless you looked at the calendar. Some of the early birds of the fall bird migration are beginning to show. The summer blooming plants are going to seed and a few of the deciduous trees are dropping leaves.

With several miles of trails to stroll along, this is a great time to visit the park. The mosquitoes are fewer than they were just a few weeks ago and the yellow flies that were so bad this summer, are almost nonexistent. The picnic area at Seabranch Preserve went through a major facelift thanks to a Boy Scout project to make the park more accessible to all visitors.

There is no drinking water available at the trailhead, so plan on bringing drinking water. In South Florida, sunscreen and insect repellent is always a good idea.

Please come and visit Seabranch Preserve State Park and explore a beautiful example of “…the Real Florida.”

- John Griner, Park Manager

Welcome to Seabranch Preserve State Park

Ancient oceans shaped the physical landscape of this park, which allowed a variety of habitats to develop over time. Today, this preserve provides a unique opportunity to experience several different natural communities in a relatively short distance. In less than one mile, visitors can see rare sand pine scrub, scrubby flatwoods, a baygall community, and a mangrove swamp. Hikers can explore these natural communities over four miles of trails. A small picnic shelter is also available. Future recreational development is planned for this preserve, including the addition of interpretive displays and an elevated boardwalk. Located near Hobe Sound in eastern Martin County about 10 miles south of Stuart. Access to the park is from State Road A1A near the VFW parking lot.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Seabranch Preserve State Park, please call 772–219–1880.

Hours of Operation

Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

Driving Directions

Seabranch Preserve State Park is located in Eastern Martin County about 10 miles south of Stuart. Access to the park is from S.R. A1A near the VFW parking lot.