Effective Oct. The Puc Puggy campground road, park drive and parking areas will be affected throughout this project. Please use caution and avoid closed areas. Effective Sept. Far from the Far West, herds of wild horses and bison roam the prairie in this surprisingly diverse preserve south of Gainesville. Paynes Prairie is unique in many ways. Nowhere else in Florida can visitors experience wild-roaming bison and horses. Nearly species of birds also frequent the park along with alligators, deer and many other animals.
Fishing and canoeing on Lake Wauburg are popular along with a shaded campground. During a visit to Paynes Prairie, one can easily understand why Seminole Indians once occupied a village along this vast savannah.
More than 20 distinct biological communities provide a rich array of habitats for wildlife and livestock, including alligators, bison, horses and nearly species of birds. Eight trails provide opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, and bicycling, including the 16 mile long, paved Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail. Sat, Feb 1, am - pm EST. Sat, Feb 8, am - pm EST.
Sat, Feb 15, am - pm EST. Skip to main content. Breadcrumb Home Find a Park. Hours 8 a. Location Savannah Blvd. Micanopy FL Get directions. Contact Info Welcome to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Far from the Far West, herds of wild horses and bison roam the prairie in this surprisingly diverse preserve south of Gainesville.
Plan Your Visit. Our park rangers and volunteers at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park are looking forward to your visit. Whether you are visiting for the day or plan on camping with us for a week, Paynes Prairie has much to offer. Begin your journey at Paynes Prairie by exploring the newly renovated visitor center.
