Lake Jessup Wilderness Area
N 28° 43.643 W 081° 15.809
17R E 474269 N 3177811
You can Hike, Bike, Horseback Ride, Fish in this Wilderness Area. Bring your binocs and camera and check out the wildlife too.
Waymark Code: WM10BQ
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 12/01/2006
Views: 172
The Lake Jesup Wilderness Area is an approximately 490 acre site located on the north shore of Lake Jesup west of Highway 417. The property was purchased through a joint effort with the St. Johns River Water Management District, towards the goal of preserving significan habitat to aid in the restoration of Lake Jesup. Visitors can walk, ride their horse, or mountain bike on the approximately 3 miles of trails to get a first hand look at the extensive flood plain of this lake and the countless species of wildlife that live there. The majority of trails cross wet prairie and hyric hammock, where users might observe species such as the Anhinga, Bald Eagle, and the American Alligator. Benches, and interpretive graphics are provided along the way to enhance the visitor experience and provide insight to the restoration of this important Central Florida resource.
This site's close proximity to urban areas is sure to make it a popular destination for those seeking to photograph wildlife, bird watch, or just take a quiet walk through nature. Please remember that all plants and animals are protected, and to increase your chances of seeing them please be quiet, keep all pets on a leash, and pack out any trash/waste you bring in.
The coordinates posted here are for the trailhead Kiosk.
Managing Agency:
Seminole County Natural Lands
County: Seminole
Cluster Name: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
To claim a log for this waymark, some proof of a visit is required. This proof can be a simple photo of a GPS, a photo of the person logging the waymark, or a photo of a signature item that a person uses for photographs, similar to using a gps.