FTA upcoming hikes

[vivian]

Big Cypress Chapter

Hikes in March – April

Call 305-608-6866 or [e-mail] for info.



March 23rd Saturday Day hike

Gatorhook tramway trail in Big Cypress National Preserve

6 miles or more total, sections may be muddy or flooded. Cleared tramway runs for 2.4 mi, some water crossings. This trail follows the old Gatorhook tramway, this was the raised bed for the small gauge rail line to haul cypress logs out of the swamp.

Public

Strenuous rating due to terrain.



April 21st Sunday Day hike

Roberts’ Lakes Strand south of Oasis ranger station/visitor center

6 miles or more total, sections may be muddy or flooded. We will hike into the strand swamp, hard hike but definitely worth it to see this beautiful flooded forest.

Public

Strenuous rating due to terrain.



April 28th Sunday Day hike

Collier Seminole FTA loop trail Collier Seminole State Park

Full day (10 hrs+) due to travel time.

6 miles or more total, sections may be muddy or flooded. This trail loops through pine lands and swamp, very diverse habitats.

Public

Strenuous rating due to terrain.

[Miami101]

Not into the hunters.....posted some photos from the trip will try to upload some more.

[Swamp Hunter]

We dont know if the primitive camp belongs to hunters.  Just giving you the definition and the legality of an unattended primitive camp such as this one with benches..  I would imagine hikers may have the same privileges Sept 1 thru April 7.. Camping equipment left all season must be removed by 6PM April 8. (Turkey season in this area of the BCNP is not over til April 7).

[Miami101]

I think the Ranger stated they had been doing work on the paths in the park. Also some schools where working to help the parks.

[Miami101]

Thanks for the Heads up in April not into gun shots when I walking around.

Miami101 said:

I think the Ranger stated they had been doing work on the paths in the park. Also some schools where working to help the parks.

[Swamp Hunter]

They are doing a great job cutting and clearing the trail. The trail is in its best condition ever. At least you can walk on  the elevated sections now.

 

Miami101 said:

I think the Ranger stated they had been doing work on the paths in the park. Also some schools where working to help the parks.

[Swamp Hunter]

 It looks as if I wont be able make it this weekend.  Maybe Ill wait til hunting season is over. Only another week and a half...

[Miami101]

I agree the path was very nice. I was happy to join this hike, and will go out again soon.

Dale said:

They are doing a great job cutting and clearing the trail. The trail is in its best condition ever. At least you can walk on  the elevated sections now.

 

Miami101 said:

I think the Ranger stated they had been doing work on the paths in the park. Also some schools where working to help the parks.