Most of Florida's 161 state parks and 41 aquatic preserves require water-related patrol duties.

The Division of Law Enforcement's Bureau of Park Police is comprised of state law enforcement officers with full powers of arrest who patrol more than 800,000 acres of Florida�s state-owned lands, providing law enforcement and public service within state parks, preserves, recreational areas, as well as greenways and trails. The officers also patrol more than four million acres of submerged coastal and aquatic managed areas that include 41 aquatic preserves, three national estuarine research reserves, and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

Officers are called on to respond to hurricanes, civil disorder, or other threatening conditions that may endanger life, property, Florida�s natural resources and also provide assistance with search and rescue missions.

The Division of Law Enforcement's Reserve Officer Program allows individuals interested in law enforcement to volunteer as officers in Florida State Parks. Park Police go beyond the walls of an office, rather they can be found patrolling a state park, greenway or trail. Modes of transportation while on duty may include ATVs, watercraft or bicycles. In addition to patrol duties, officers sometimes serve as instructors with the Division of Law Enforcement�s Training Center.

	Partnering with Florida�s State Park Police, citizen involvement can help reduce crime on state managed properties. To report a crime or suspicious activity, e-mail Park Watch or call 1-877-DEPLAW1.
	If you would like to recognize an officer or employee for a job well done, send an e-mail to Florida Park Police management. Please include the name of the person you wish to recognize as well as a description of the action about which you wish to comment.