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 Yucca Pens Unit - Babcock/Webb Wildlife Management Area - Charlotte County, FL Posted by:  crackergals
N 26° 47.974 W 081° 59.000
17R E 402263 N 2964613
Recently Aquired by Florida Wildlife Commission, Yucca Pens Unit is located off Zemel Rd.
Waymark Code: WM83QW
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 01/22/2010
Views: 3
The Yucca Pens was once a hangout for local 4x4's. It was recently acquired by WFC and is now a Wildlife Management Area. Hunting is available in season as well as birding, hiking and mountain biking.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 14,577 acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
Pine Flatwoods. Undeveloped trails. May be very wet and buggy in the summer.
What points of interest are there?:
Wildlife. This is an undeveloped area
What activities are available?:
hunting in season, hiking, birding, biking, picnic shelter
Hours of accessibility?: 1.5 hours before sunrise and 1.5 hours after sunset
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
snakes, poison ivy, hunters
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: Yes
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
Day use fee can be paid on an honor system at the iron ranger. $3.00 per person or you can purchase a yearly permit from www.myfwc.com
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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