Among the wildlife of the park are West Indian manatees, alligators, white-tailed deer, gopher tortoises, bobcats,[2] and 160 species of birds.

Seasonal birds of prey include the bald eagle, peregrine falcon, and northern harrier.

The park's wading birds include egrets, herons, wood stork and American white ibis.

Researchers suggest that the land containing the Tomoka Mound Complex just south of the Nocoroco village site was occupied as early as 5000 B.C.

Activities include canoeing, boating, and fishing, as well as hiking, camping, picnicking, and wildlife viewing.