Hutchinson Island - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

Savannas Preserve State Park is a Florida State Park, located along much of the Atlantic Coast between Fort Pierce and Jensen Beach. Savannas Preserve also has a group of youth volunteers, the Junior Friends of Savannas Preserve State Park.

White City Park is a great destination for nature lovers. Spanning over 500 acres of nature preserve, this park provides numerous opportunities to explore wildlife and nature through walking trails and boardwalks, boat tours and volunteer activities. There are multiple camping sites available, as well as large picnic shelters perfect for family gatherings or team building exercises. For those interested in fishing, the park has two large ponds full of bluegill, bass and catfish.

Heathcote Botanical Gardens is a five-acre subtropical botanical garden located at 210 Savannah Road, Fort Pierce. It currently includes a Japanese garden with teahouse, Reflection Garden, Herb Garden, Rainforest Display, Native Plants Garden, Children's Garden, and a Palm and Cycad Walk.

The Oxbow Eco-Center is an amazing resource for exploring nature. Located on the banks of the St. Lucie River and just off the Atlantic Ocean, this natural preserve allows visitors to witness firsthand the rich biodiversity of the region. From mountain biking trails, to canoeing and kayaking on the river, to educational programs about local wildlife and plants, Oxbow Eco-Center has something for everyone. Families will enjoy a leisurely stroll along the waterside boardwalk.

Old Fort Park is a great place to explore and enjoy the beauty of nature. Situated on the Indian River Lagoon, this park takes visitors back to early pioneer life with its replicated 1840s fortifications. Beyond being a site for exploration and knowledge, Old Fort Park also offers many recreational opportunities including camping, fishing, swimming and canoeing in the lagoon and nature trails for hiking and birdwatching.

This beautiful garden spans over 24 acres and houses a remarkable variety of plants, flowers and trees in its natural habitats. With walking paths winding through a tropical hammock, wetlands boardwalks, butterfly gardens and many other attractions, visitors can observe the plentiful wildlife that abounds in this area or take part in one of the gardening programs available to learn more about the native plant species found here.