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 Prarie Pines Preserve - Lee County, FL Posted by:  crackergals
N 26° 43.948 W 081° 54.601
17R E 409497 N 2957127
A new preserve located on US 41 in North Lee County.
Waymark Code: WM83XY
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 01/23/2010
Views: 9
The Preserve consists of a mosaic of several native plant communities, including wet and mesic flatwoods, depression marshes, wet prairies, prairie hammocks and a small baygall. Past agricultural practices have disturbed about 7% of the Preserve.
It was acquired as two parcels in 2001 and 2003 for a total of 2,709 acres. Hiking, Horseback Riding, 3-mile primitive at-grade Bike Trail, Bird Watching & Nature Study/Photography are all popular activities at the preserve
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 2,709 acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
There is a short developed trail and several longer undeveloped ones. Also horse and mountain bike trails
What points of interest are there?:
There is a birding blind and boardwalk on the developed trail.
What activities are available?:
Hiking, Horseback Riding, 3-mile primitive at-grade Bike Trail, Bird Watching & Nature Study/Photography are all popular activities at the preserve
Hours of accessibility?: Open during daylight hours
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Snakes, poison ivy, bugs
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: No
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed
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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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