Tours typically depart at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Other amenities include restrooms, a cafe, a visitors center and a gift shop. For more information about Myakka River State Park, visit ...

In no particular order, here's a Top Ten List of things to do in Myakka River State Park. 10. Pedal the park. ... Best photo op in the park. 6. Take a tram tour.

Myakka River State Park is one of our oldest and largest state parks, opening in 1942, and covering 37,000 acres with a myriad of habitats.

MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK, Fla. — Old Florida still exists for travelers who are willing to veer a bit off the interstate and away from the beach resorts, marina restaurants and city lights.

The park is open from 8 a.m. to sunset every day. Since Florida's weather can get hot and muggy in the summer, early spring and late fall are some of the best times to explore Myakka River State Park.