Florida National Scenic Trail - Olustee, FL
N 30° 12.760 W 082° 23.338
17R E 366317 N 3343166
The Florida Trail in the Osceola National Forest is certified as Florida National Scenic Trail and winds through pine-palmetto flatwoods, as well as swamps with cypress, black gum, bay, and maple trees.
Waymark Code: WM31AQ
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 01/24/2008
Views: 67
The following information is available on the U.S. Forest Service website
(visit link):
"A 23 mile section of the Florida National Scenic Trail meanders its way through the Osceola National Forest. There are 20 boardwalks located on this section of the hiking trail that offer a drier view of swamps and wetland habitat. A primitive camp shelter is located along the Florida National Scenic Trail and is available on a first come first served basis. The trail also passes through the Olustee Battlefield. Olustee Battlefield is a state Historic Site where Confederate soldiers pushed back Union troops in route to Tallahassee. A reenactment of this historic event is held each February.
Click here for a map of the area."
"Located at the Battlefield is an accessible portion of the Florida National Scenic Trail. The Nice Wander Loop Trail consists of 3 loops of 0.9 miles, 1.2 miles and 2.1 miles that are accessible with assistance. From the trailhead parking area the trail follows an old road past the fire tower and through an open picnic area of the Olustee Battlefield Museum. The trail then passes through lovely pine flatwoods to the top of the loop. Watch for the white-ringed trees indicating Red-Cockaded Woodpecker nesting sites.
Click here for those nesting sites. Click to view the
Florida Trail Association (hikers) website.
Recommended number of days to complete: 2.00
Distance in miles or kilometres: 23 miles
Shelters?: Yes
Designated campsites?: Yes
Number of designated campsites: 1
Permit Required?: No
Trail Website: [Web Link]
Best Season to Hike?: Any time but summer
Coordinates of the other end's trailhead: Not Listed
Overnight parking fee: Not Listed
Permit Fees?: Not Listed
Overnight parking coordinates: Not Listed
Intermediate Trailhead 1: Not Listed
Intermediate Trailhead 2: Not Listed
Intermediate Trailhead 3: Not Listed
Intermediate Trailhead 4: Not Listed
Intermediate Trailhead 5: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
To log this waymark, you will require a photo of yourself or a member of your team at the trailhead. We would also appreciate a description of your visit to the trailhead, If you walked the trail, tell us about your experience, how long did it take you, did you do it solo, in a group? Please pass on any information useful to others who may choose to follow. The bottom line is tell us about your visit!