A forested campground near hiking. RV fit varies by site.
A hidden gem surrounded by housing developments and major highways, Oscar Scherer plays an invaluable role in the preservation of Florida scrub-jay habitat. Bald eagles nest here in the winter, and in the summer, Lake Osprey attracts anglers and swimmers.
Length limits vary by campsite.
Check dates on UseDirect. Showing 40 of 93 sites.
| Site | Fr 13 | Sa 14 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 002 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 003 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 004 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 005 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 006 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 008 loop a | ✓ | R | $26 |
| 009 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 010 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 011 loop a | R | R |
Note
Quiet hours are from 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. Canoes are rented at the Ranger Station and launched from the South Creek Picnic area. Fishing license required for non-Florida residents for saltwater; all visitors must have a license to fish freshwater except ifage 15 or under.
NOTE
For the safety of your pet and campers, campsites 70 through 90 are no pet sites.
Facility Important Information
The park gates close at sunset. If you plan to arrive late, please contact the park prior to 5 p.m. on the day of your arrival. /p>
Reservations may be made from one day up to eleven months in advanceof arrival date.
For everyone's enjoyment, including pets, please observe the pet camping rules found in the complete Florida State Parks Pet Policy, click here floridastateparks.org/things-to-know/pet-policy.
Pets are not allowed in any state park cabins or cabin areas.
Service animals are welcome in all areas of the park where visitors are normally allowed.
No one younger than 18 may camp overnight unless accompanied by aresponsible adult, who will remain onsite for the period rented.
From the Florida State Parks booking site, checked Nov 7, 2026.
Hookups (individual campsites): 92 electric individual sites.
1843 S. Tamiami Trail
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Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the reserve.floridastateparks.org listing. Anything we can't source says so.
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights3 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights1 site open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights16 sites open for every night| $26 |
| 012 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 013 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 015 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 016 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 017 loop a | R | R | $26 |
| 021 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 022 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 023 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 024 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 025 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 026 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 027 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 028 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 033 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 034 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 035 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 031 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 032 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 030 loop b | R | R | $26 |
| 037 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 038 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 039 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 040 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 041 loop c | R | ✓ | $26 |
| 042 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 043 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 048 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 050 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 051 loop c | R | R | $26 |
| 052 loop c | R | R | $26 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
An idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.
Rentals that may deliver here and whose listed length fits sites up to 36 ft. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.
Travel trailer · 18 ft · sleeps 5 · 11 mi from campground
$98/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 22 ft · sleeps 4 · 21 mi from campground
$90/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 22 ft · sleeps 5 · 32 mi from campground
$80/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.
Sarasota area · 2 hr · from $59/person
Sarasota area · 2 hr · from $65/person
Sarasota area · 2 hr · from $59/person
Sarasota area · 1.5 hr · from $86/person
stays up to 14 nights (Florida State Parks rules).
Share of site-nights open, booked and closed on Florida State Parks for the next months, checked Nov 7. Months further out may not be released for booking yet.
| Month | Open | Booked | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 18% | 81% | 0% |
| Dec 2026 | 14% | 86% | 0% |
| Jan 2027 | 2% | 98% | 0% |
| Feb 2027 | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Mar 2027 | 4% | 96% | 0% |
| Apr 2027 | 57% | 42% | 0% |
93 individual reservable campsites from Florida State Parks, checked Nov 7. Rates are the listed nightly rates.
93 sites · $26/night
Loops: Loop C (30), Loop D (28), Loop A (15), Loop B (14), Loop E (6)
0 open Nov 13–Nov 15
Sarasota area · 2 hr · from $55/person
Sarasota area · 2.5 hr · from $85/person
Sarasota area · 1.3 hr · from $65/person
Sarasota area · 2 hr · from $146/person
Sarasota area · 2 hr · from $58/person
