Prior to the District's acquisition, the upland portions of this property were used for cattle grazing. Former borrow pits used during construction of I-275 formed the four large man-made lakes that occupy the property. The natural areas fall into the mesic temperate hammock type with dominant plant species consisting of live oak, laurel oak and cabbage palms. These areas provide the shade needed by wildlife on open grassy plains. Mesic temperate hammocks are important habitat for wildlife and provide secondary habitat for a number of rare, threatened and endangered plant and animal species.
Park Details
Street Address
2519 85th Street East
Palmetto, FL 34221
United States
Size
128 Acres
Hours of Operation
Daily from sunrise to sunset.
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Term
Fishing
Recreation Description
- Bank fishing on lakes.
- Contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for license requirements.
Recreation Term
Hiking
Recreation Description
- Approximately one-mile trails around lakes.
Additional Information
Access and Parking
- Access is available on Rock Payne Road (85th Street East).
Restrooms and Water
- No restrooms or water available.
Location
- Northeast Manatee County
For more Information
- Land Resources, Southwest Florida Water Management District, 1-800-423-1476 (FL only) or (352) 796-7211, ext. 4470