Rice Creek Swamp Loop
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Hike the Florida Trail Rice Creek Swamp Loop and Huffman's Crossing Boardwalk in Palatka. This 18th century indigo and rice plantation has 48 footbridges and boardwalks. It is part of the Florida Trail and features a lookout platform for the 7th largest Bald Cypress in the state. I have hiked this 5.5 mile loop with a return several times but am adding a side excursion to the Huffman's Crossing Boardwalk to make it a total hike of 8.8 miles. This one can be a little muddy and if you waiver off trail the cypress knees can be a trip hazard. This is an intermediate hike and I tend to keep a strong pace. There will be a sweeper but this is not for the inexperienced or not properly dressed or prepared. Please wear proper attire and footwear. It would be prudent to carry water and maybe a snack. We encourage non- members to get out and hike with us! Just sign the waiver.
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