Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of several miles of established, multi-use trails for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Some are wet, so be prepared. Trail use is best during the drier, winter months.

In addition, the canal levees provide great hiking, bicycling and horseback riding opportunities. The area is great for observing wildlife. Alligators, otters, bobcats, deer, hogs, and several species of wading birds and hawks are commonly seen.

The extensive canal network is excellent for fishing, and a great spot to catch pan fish. There are also a few old borrow pits that hold some large bass.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) manages the John C. and Mariana Jones/Hungryland Wildlife and Environmental Area and oversees a number of quota hunts and a small game season during the fall. Please visit myfwc.com for more information.

For more information, please call the District Recreation Hotline at 866-433-6312 or email recreation@sfwmd.gov.

Directions

• John C. and Mariana Jones/Hungryland WEA: The main entrance is located 1.5 miles north of SR 706 on the west side of SR 711. Additional entrance points are located from the south off SR 706, from the southeast at the end of Old Indiantown Road, and from the north off SW Pratt Whitney Road.