Little Manatee River State Park - The Great Florida Birding Trail on Waymarking.com

Long Description:
GFBT-West Section, Site 112

Not a primary Trail site. "Worth A Visit" if you're already in the area.

The Little Manatee River flows for approx. 4.5 miles through the park. The river has been designated an Outstanding Florida Water and is part of the Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve. Visitors can fish along the banks of the river. Wildlife enthusiasts can enjoy hiking a six-and-a-half mile trail through the park's northern wilderness area. For those who prefer their hikes on horseback, the park has 12 miles of equestrian trails and four equestrian campsites. Campers can spend the night in a full-facility campground or hike out to a primitive campsite along the trail. A youth/group campground accommodates up to 20 people. The scenic picnic area along the river has tables, grills, pavilions, and a playground.

The main hiking trail parking is located at N27° 40.515' W82° 20.939', off of US 301 just north of the river and across the street from Saffold Rd. You must go to the main entrance and up to the ranger station to sign in to hike the trail. You will be given a map, the gate combination, and directions back to the trailhead parking.

(Description from the "http://www.floridastateparks.org/littlemanateeriver/default.cfm">Little Manatee River State Park website)

Link to "http://suncoast.floridatrail.org/web/little_manatee_river_map.php">trail map

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Managing Agency: Florida Department of Environmental Protection Cluster Name: Bobwhite & Nighthawk Cluster County: Hillsborough

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