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2024 Lovers Key State Park Adopt A Nest<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We are delighted to announce the 2024 Lovers Key Adopt A Nest Program!
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\nLovers Key State Park protects numerous sea turtle nests along its shores each nesting season. The natural shoreline and dune beaches provide ideal habitats for these nests. However, human, animal intrusion and environmental impacts have posed challenges for these gentle sea giants, making survival a struggle. Our Rangers diligently monitor the park’s shoreline during nesting season, collaborating with experts statewide and nationwide to ensure nest protection.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, you can join us in this effort!\u00a0<\/span>Sponsors can select various donation levels to support our cause. Your contributions will provide essential supplies for nest protection and aid in overall resource management within Lovers Key State Park.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Welcome to LOVERS KEY STATE PARK<\/h4>\n

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Our incredible staff and volunteers have been working very hard to ensure the park and its amenities are safe and ready for you to visit.
\nWe are excited for you to visit our beautiful beach and make memories with your family and friends once again.<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n

Many of the amenities you are used to seeing here have changed or are unavailable until we rebuild many things. Please be patient. Some parts of the park remain closed for continuing debris removal, repairs and rebuilding, so please adhere to all posted signs and avoid closed areas for your safety.<\/span><\/p>\n

The tram ride to the beach has changed. The tram will operate, 8 a.m. to sunset, and will transport visitors to within 800 feet of the beach.<\/span><\/p>\n

We have temporary restroom facilities in parking lot #1, the kayak launch and the beach tram stop is 800 feet from the beach. Electricity is still being restored throughout the park as the entire infrastructure was submerged during Hurricane Ian\u2019s immense storm surge. Water fountains are not operational at this time so please bring drinking water, or you can purchase water and other beverages at the gift shop. Yes, the park\u2019s concessionaire, Lovers Key Adventures has re-opened their gift shop and new merchandise is arriving daily.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kayak, canoe and paddle board rentals are also available daily.<\/span><\/p>\n

It’s a great time of year for a stroll along Black Island Trail, which is 2.5 miles round trip (although there are three shortcuts along the trail). The gopher tortoises are active on sunny, warm days along the trail, and along the edges of the trail native plants are blooming with flowers and seeds making the trail even more colorful.\u00a0The wonderful part of getting outdoors and into nature is being able to leave everything behind\u00a0and just experience what surrounds you.\u00a0Take time to rejuvenate, de-stress, enjoy the fresh air and experience joy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Our staff here at Lovers Key State Park welcome you back, and hope you join us in enjoying the incredible resources of Lovers Key State Park.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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About Us<\/h6>

Friends of Lovers Key, Inc. (FOLKS)<\/h2><\/div>[vc_empty_space alter_height=\"medium\" hide_on_mobile=\"\"][vc_column_text]In 1996, the Lovers Key Recreational Area merged with Carl E. Johnson County Park, and Lovers Key State Park was born. Friends of Lovers Key incorporated during this same time as a non-profit organization.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nFriends of Lovers Key (FOLK) is a 501(c)3, state sanctioned, citizen support organization (CSO) that directly supports the mission of Lovers Key State Park (LKSP).\u00c2\u00a0We are authorized to raise funds in support of Lovers Key State Park's objectives through donations, grants and merchandise sales.<\/span>\r\n\r\nHistorically, FOLK provides funds to cover budget shortfalls in Lovers Key State Park for items such as:<\/span>\r\n