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Horseback Riding

Carlton Reserve

Carlton Reserve

The T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Reserve has more than 80 miles of hiking and biking trails, including the 12 mile Myakka Island Wilderness Trail which connects the Carlton Reserve with Myakka River State Park. Equestrian trails...

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Deer Prairie Creek Preserve

Deer Prairie Creek Preserve

Walk the preserve’s trails through a variety of native habitats, including pine flatwoods, prairie hammock and seasonal wetlands. Portions of the trails provide scenic overlooks along the banks of the Myakka River and...

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Myakka River State Park

Myakka River State Park

Myakka River State Park is one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks protecting one of the State's most diverse natural areas. The Myakka River, designated as a Florida Wild and Scenic River, flows through wetlands,...

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Myakka State Forest

Myakka State Forest

Myakka State Forest is perfect for those who like to watch wildlife. Over 100 species of birds, including scrub jay and owls have been sighted here and the forest is listed in the southern section of the Great Florida Birding...

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Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park

Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park

The natural beauty of this park speaks for itself. As you explore the trails – either by horseback, by foot or by mountain bike – you can experience a piece of Old Florida. Winding, wooded trails weave through a...

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Hiking

Walk trails to shady overlooks on Myakka River at Jelks Preserve

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