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Lake Marion Creek —
Horseshoe Scrub Tract
Size
300 acres
Location
Northeastern Polk County, north of Haines City
About the Property
The 8,083-acre Lake Marion Creek Management
Area is located on the Polk-Osceola county
line east of Haines City off CR 580. Polk County,
the South Florida Water Management District
(SFWMD) and the District acquired the lands
within the area, which protect important
headwater areas of Lake Marion and Reedy Creek.
Water from these creeks is an important source of
fresh water for the Kissimmee River, the Everglades
and Florida Bay. The District has acquired
approximately 300 acres within the Lake Marion
area that are within its jurisdictional boundaries.
The SFWMD has the responsibility for the
management of the area. Pine flatwoods, cypress
swamps, hardwood swamps, oak hammock,
scrubs and freshwater marshes are the dominant
natural communities. Approximately 50 percent of
the area is comprised of wetlands, most of which
are in the 100-year floodplain of the Lake Marion,
Snell and London creeks.
Access and Parking
Access from CR 580 or Horseshoe Creek Road,
north of Haines City.
Hours of Operation
Daily from sunrise to sunset.
Restrooms and Water
No restrooms or water available.
Recreational Opportunities
Hiking
• Old roads available at each entrance.
• During hunts, hikers are encouraged to wear
500 square inches of blaze orange clothing
above the waist.
Hunting
• Contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission for information regarding license
requirements and permits.
• FWC rules and regulations must be observed
throughout the year.
Nearby Recreation Lands
Catfish Creek Management Area
For More Information
South Florida Water Management District,
1-800-250-4250 (FL only)
Recreation Guide to Southwest Florida Water Management District Lands
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