You cannot drive down Stokes Rd. There is a fence blocking it. Park in front of the fence. Short hike to a scenic area with a picnic pavilion that overlooks a creek. I saw evidence of hogs and heard them in the distance. Saw several gopher tortoise burrows.

Its a really small park. You cant drive on Stokes road, you have to park outside next to a small gate. The entrance is really easy to miss. There are park maps inside a wooden box next to the gate.

So calm and peaceful!

Sherwood L. Stokes Preserve is a natural area of the Polk County Environmental Lands Program. This is a small park with access to Marion Creek and has a picnic area and short trail. SLS is right in the middle of Check out their website for other natural areas to explore. Thank you Polk County!

Best place to picnic!

Super cool

Nice short walk to a scenic location