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Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail

Hiking/Walk

DATE: Oct 22, 2016

END DATE: Oct 22, 2016

Hike/Event Location: Pahokee Marina**D** start point FL

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Meeting Time: 8:00 AM

Max # People: 10

Hike Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money

Hike Difficulty Level:

Moderate

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Summary

**** AFTER DISCUSSION SEEMS THERE'S A PART OF THE TRAIL THAT'S ON THE LEVEE!

This will be a leisurely lollygag along the shores of Lake Okeechobee. From **Pahokee Marina** north. Then return. TOTAL 5 miles.

**We're moving the start point 15 miles south to Pahokee Marina. This section is levee trail & not under construction.** Possible a stop for lunch at a local eatery if one looks appealing after the hike before heading home.

The Florida National Scenic Trail runs from South Florida to the panhandle area. This short leisurely stroll will cover 2.5 miles. (5 miles round trip). We'll start ** at the Pahokee Marina**. This will be UNshaded for the entire hike. WATER: 2 LITERS recommended. Freezing (2) 1-liter bottles the night before will provide cool water most the day. Sun block, sunglasses & hat to protect from the sun. Bug spray. Temps likely in the mid 80's but will feel like low 90's. Good STURDY hiking shoes are recommended for comfort and stability. NO PETS. The trail around Lake Okeechobee is paved, or two-track gravel roadway. (I've been in Florida 13 years & have not been to the shores of Lake Okeechobee!). Hoping for a spectacular day, lots of sun & not too warm for scenic views and peaceful outdoors.

FYI: As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers undertakes repairs on the Herbert Hoover Dike surrounding Lake Okeechobee, agency officials are reminding hikers and bikers that major portions of the Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail (LOST) remain closed.

Hopefully this construction activity will not affect our plans.

Directions To Trailhead Parking Lot

I95 to EXIT 68 (80/441) WEST to Belle Glade Road (441) NORTH then becomes E. 7th Street (717) WEST then becomes S. Lake Avenue NORTH to shore of Lake Okeechobee - should be signs to Pahokee Marina & Campground / Pahokee State Park. Look for the Florida Trail signposts.

May be able to arrange carpooling from Oakland Park - Wilton Manors.