Many places say they have something for everyone, but Lake Kissimmee State Park truly does.
For camping, fishing, backpacking, wildlife, history and beauty, it is one of most diverse parks in the state. While many people go for the beauty and outdoor experience, it is the 1876 cow camp that makes the park unique. Back in 1876, south-central Florida was a frontier for the cattle industry. As they drove cattle across the state and to market, they would stop at cow camps built along the route. Park rangers, dressed in authentic cow-hunter garb, are present at the camp every weekend to answer questions about the area, cow camps and Florida life in the 1800s.