Highest Point in Peninsular Florida - Iron Mountain
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N 27° 56.119 W 081° 34.605
17R E 443258 N 3090171
Bok Tower stands atop Iron Mountain, the highest point in peninsular Florida at 324 feet above sea level.
Waymark Code: WM3EC2
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 03/23/2008
Views: 117
Edward W. Bok, a successful Dutch immigrant had the amazing gardens and the impressive 205 foot tower constructed as part of a sanctuary to central Florida native wildlife and flora.
At the highest point was constructed Bok Tower, a 205 foot tower, complete with a carillon of 60 bells which ring to the lands spread out below.
State/Province/County/Territory etc.: Polk County, Florida
Elevation: 324
Elevation Measurement: Feet
Access: Hiking Trail/Foot Path
Fee: Yes
If Yes How Much?: 10.00 (listed in local currency)
Related URL (If available): [Web Link]
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