Native Plant Hiking Spree Hike

Come discover the beauty of native plants on a guided tour with a representative of Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society.

The walk begins at 9 AM behind the visitor's center. We will leave from the native plant garden to walk the park trails and boardwalk to see what grows naturally in the hardwood swamp and learn how native plant benefit wildlife. It will be a beautiful leisurely hike around the Lettuce Lake hiking spree "Limpkin Loop" trail as volunteers help guide you pointing out Lettuce Lake's vast array of beautiful and interesting plants.

The Suncoast Native Plant Society began in 1983 as the Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society, and for nearly forty years they have enjoyed learning about Florida's native plants and flowers, encouraging others to use native plants in their yards and gardens, and hosting educational events for the public.

This hike is a Hiking Spree qualified hike, and registration in Hiking Spree is required.

Things to know

• $2 per vehicle (up to eight people) park entry fee applies
• Expect to walk 2.3 miles
• Meet at the native plant garden behind the visitor's center 
• Maximum number of participants: 20
• Minimum age requirement: 8+
• Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Things to bring

• Water in refillable container or backpack with hydration system (must bring one or the other, can bring both)
• Comfortable, closed-toe shoes (required)
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Bug spray
• Binoculars
• Camera

Registration

Event fee is $5 and registration is required:

Register

Contact

For more information, email Ashley Martin or call (813) 365-5275.