Open
Oscar Scherer State Park is open.
Why this statusNo closures reported by Florida State Parks.
Last checked Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:58 GMT
Oscar Scherer State Park is a Florida State Park located between Sarasota and Venice, near Osprey.
About Oscar Scherer State Park
Oscar Scherer State Park is a Florida State Park located between Sarasota and Venice, near Osprey. The address is 1843 South Tamiami Trail. It receives more than 250,000 visitors a year. The park is home to habitat for various plants and animals including birds such as the Florida scrub jay, bald eagles, and butterflies. It has areas for cycling, hiking, and paddle craft boating.
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How we read this status
We derive Oscar Scherer State Park's status from the park system's public alerts, refreshed hourly — this is our reading, not an official determination. As of the last check: No closures reported by Florida State Parks. Full method: how we check park status.
