Beker-South Fork State Park, State Road 62, Parrish, FL 34219, US

Beker-Wingate Creek State Park, located in Myakka City, FL, is a 614-acre park that offers visitors the opportunity to explore and appreciate the diverse natural habitats of the area. With uplands including scrub, flatwoods, and wetlands, as well as the convergence of Wingate Creek and Johnson Creek, the park provides a rich environment for hiking, biking, birding, and nature study. The park's history dates back thousands of years, and its upland habitats are maintained through prescribed fire, resulting in a stunning display of wildflowers in the fall. Managed through Lake Manatee State Park, Beker-Wingate Creek State Park is known for its endemic rosemary scrub and is home to various wildlife species, including gopher tortoises, white-tailed deer, and red-tailed hawks. Visitors can immerse themselves in the unspoiled beauty of Florida before development and reconnect with nature in this small but captivating park.Generated from the website