HIKES & EVENTS
Florida Trail Hike - Kissimmee Prairie State Preserve
Hiking/Walk
DATE: Feb 19, 2019
END DATE: Feb 19, 2019
Hike/Event Location: Lake Wales FL
Trip Leader(s)
dnaturist
Jacksonville, FL United States
Meeting Time: 9:00 AM
Max # People: 8
Hike Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money
Hike Difficulty Level:
Moderate
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Summary
This will be a one-way, east to west hike on the Florida Trail through the Kissimmee Prairie State Preserve. The hike will require a vehichle shuttle.
The 10.8 mile hike will go through Florida prairie, wetlands, and cross the Kissimmee River via lock S-65A.
You will need good shoes, a hat, and plenty of water for this hike. Bring food also, for lunch and snacks.
The temperature for this hike is expected to be in the mid-80's. Plan on 6 hours of hiking.
We will be leaving the meeting place for this hike at 9:00 AM sharp for the trailheads, so please do not be late.
Directions To Trailhead Parking Lot
The meeting place for this hike will be Jimmy's Truck Stop on SR 60. The address and phone number for Jimmy's are listed below:
Jimmy's Truck Stop
14907 SR 60
Lake Wales, Florida 33898
Phone Number - (863) 692-9125
We will be leaving the truck stop at 9:00 AM sharp for the trailheads. Please arrive early for meeting directions and breakfast.