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Manager's Message
As the temperatures cool from the recent change in season, we invite you to come
explore one of the gems in the Florida Park Service. Dade Battlefield offers a
peaceful setting away from the hustle and bustle of the city. One can explore
the natural beauty of the fall wildflowers along the park’s nature trail or walk
along the Old Fort King Road where Major Dade and his command encountered 180
Seminoles. Whether you are a enjoy nature or history Dade Battlefield has
something for the young and the young at heart. This year’s annual reenactment
will be held December 30 & 31, 2006.
- Tracey Standridge, Park Manager
Welcome to Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
The battle that started the Second Seminole War is commemorated in January each
year under the oaks of Dade Battlefield. On December 28, 1835, Seminole Indian
warriors ambushed 108 soldiers at this site-only three soldiers survived. The
park protects not only a historic battlefield, but also the natural communities
as they existed when the soldiers and Seminoles battled over 180 years ago.
Strolling a half-mile nature trail through pine flatwoods, visitors might see
gopher tortoises, woodpeckers, songbirds, hawks, and indigo snakes. The park has
a playground, picnic area with covered shelters, and a recreation hall. The
visitor center has information and displays about the battle and visitors can
watch a twelve-minute video history, This Land, These Men. The center is open
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. daily. Located off I-75, exit 314, west of U.S. 301.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, please call
352-793-4781.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park is located off I-75 and S.R. 48, west of
Highway 301.
Park Fees
Admission Fees - $2.00 for up to 8 people per car.
Reservations
Recreation Hall: 2 hrs. or less - $40.00 plus tax
Over 2 hrs. - $75.00 plus tax
Gardiner Pavilion - $35.00 plus tax
Pavillion/Shelter - $30.00 plus tax
BBQ Grill - $5.00 plus tax
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
7200 CR 603 South Battlefield Drive
Bushnell, Florida 33513
Phone: 352-793-4781
Fax: 352-793-4230
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