Violet Cury Preserve

Bird Watching Hiking Trail Fishing Pets Allowed

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Location and Hours

Location

1802 Sinclair Hills Road
Lutz, FL 33549

Hours

Sunrise to Sunset

Contact

(813) 672-7876

About

Parking

There is no parking lot at Violet Cury Nature Preserve. Parking is available on the side of Sinclair Hills road, along the fence next to the preserve entrance.

The Violet Cury Nature Preserve was acquired in 1995 by Hillsborough County through the Jan K. Platt Environmental Lands Acquisition and Protection Program (ELAPP) with assistance from the Florida Communities Trust.

This 160-acre sanctuary contains examples of natural habitats such as pine flatwoods, sandhill, marshes, oak hammock, and Lake Flynn, a freshwater lake, all of which are unique in the community. The 2.25 mile-long hiking trail is an excellent non-strenuous hike.

Trail Map

Hiking Safety Guidelines

Always be prepared when hiking on nature preserves:

  • Bring plenty of water
  • Download the map
  • Tell someone your plan
  • Wear proper shoes and sun protection
  • Stay on marked trails
  • During the rainy season, many trails will have standing water.
  • If you think you are lost, call us at (813) 672-7876
  • In case of an emergency, call 911

Amenities

  • Bird Watching
  • Fishing
  • Hiking Trail
  • Pets Allowed