Circle B Bar Reserve, Protected wetlands near Lakeland, Florida.
The 1,267-acre reserve includes a freshwater marsh system, oak hammocks, and hardwood swamps along the shores of Lake Hancock.
The land transformed from a cattle ranch to a protected area in 2000 through a $7.4 million acquisition funded by environmental referendum.
The Polk Nature Discovery Center offers educational programs about local ecosystems through interactive exhibits and guided nature walks.
Visitors can explore 3.5 miles of unpaved trails connecting to the Fort Fraser Trail system between Lakeland and Bartow.
The restored Banana Creek marsh system attracts white ibis, roseate spoonbills, sandhill cranes, and numerous water birds throughout the year.
Location: Florida
GPS coordinates: 27.98990,-81.86680
Latest update: May 14, 2025 13:02
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