Fort Cooper State Park

Fort Cooper State Park is a 710-acre historic site in Inverness, Florida, United States. It is located two miles (3 km) south of Inverness, off of U.S. Hwy. 41 on South Old Floral City Road. On June 13, 1972, it was added to the United States National Register of Historic Places. It is also a Florida State Park.

Fort Cooper State Park
Map showing the location of Fort Cooper State Park
Map showing the location of Fort Cooper State Park
Map showing the location of Fort Cooper State Park
Map showing the location of Fort Cooper State Park
LocationCitrus County, Florida, United States
Nearest cityInverness, Florida
Coordinates28°48′36″N 82°18′19″W / 28.81000°N 82.30528°W / 28.81000; -82.30528
Area710 acres (2.9 km2)
EstablishedJune 13, 1972
Governing bodyFlorida Department of Environmental Protection

Fauna

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Among the wildlife of the park are white-tailed deer, wild turkey, opossum, bobcat, owls, herons and cardinals.

Recreational activities

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The park features an annual re-enactment during March of the Second Seminole War.[1] Activities include fishing, swimming, sunbathing, youth camping, canoeing, hiking, boat tours, and nature viewing. The park is also accessible from the Withlacoochee State Trail.

Amenities and hours

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Amenities include access to 160-acre (0.65 km2) Lake Holathlikaha, a swimming area, paddleboat and canoe rentals, a picnic and playground area, and nearly 5 miles (8.0 km) of hiking trails. The park also has nature trails, a beach, and a primitive campground.

Florida state parks are open between 8 a.m. and sundown every day of the year (including holidays).

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References

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  1. ^ "FORT COOPER DAYS (MARCH)". Discover Crystal River Florida. Citrus County Visitors and Convention Bureau. Retrieved 22 February 2022.


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