Highlighted Hike of the Month

Welcome to the second Highlighted Hike of the Month! We have a hike featured each month in our Central Florida Chapter newsletter and website (https://sites.google.com/floridatrail.org/cfcfta/home), and we will be leading a hike there on the first Saturday of each month. The October hike is in Seminole State Forest. Parts of this hike go through Scrub Jay habitat! This will be a loop hike of approximately 8 miles total. We will hike at about 3 miles/hour with a 15 min rest break. Consider this a moderate hike. There is a point where hikers can take a forest road back to the trailhead for a 5.5 mile loop. Depending on the rain just prior to the hike, there may be a wet/muddy areas. There are also quite a few sunny sections. Please prepare accordingly.

What to Bring?

• Please bring plenty of water for all in your group. you may need to drink more than 2 liters (68 ounces) per person to stay safe in the heat. There is no access to potable water at the trailhead or on the route.
• Insect repellent a must.
• Sun protection is a must (There are sunny and shady sections).
• Weather-appropriate clothing (think moisture-wicking, bug, and sun protection)
• Hiking or comfortable walking footwear. (Trails MAY be wet in some areas. Footwear that drains and dries quickly is recommended when hiking in Florida.)
• a snack for the break during the hike

Location: Bear Pond Trailhead Parking in Seminole State Forest

Trailhead:: 28.81941, -81.42802

Address: Wekiva River Rd, Sorrento, FL 32776

Fees: $2 Florida State Forest Day Use Fee - (https://floridastateforests.reserveamerica.com/posProducts.do?contractCode=FLFS)
If you would also like to make a donation, please bring cash or a check payable to "FTA-Central Florida Chapter." We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Restroom: Pit toilet at the trailhead

Land manager: Florida State Forest Service

Hike Leader: Kelley Galvin 410-627-9699