Florida Trail Hike - Kissimmee Prairie State Preserve

This was a sunny 11.6 mile hike in Florida dry prairie. We had a total of three shade trees over the course of the hike.

The first half of the hike went right through the center of the park. It was a broad well maintained hard pack with well mowed shoulders. The second half of the hike ran along the north boundry of the park (with private pasture) and then into pasture which was wet.

During the hike we spooked a crested caracara, a large bird of prey.

There were two of us on this hike which took 4 hours and 50 minutes. The hike ended near Losk S65-A which had to be crossed to get over the Kissimmee River.

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.