Located in the Reedy Creek watershed, this area features picturesque views amid a mosaic of floodplain swamp, wet prairie, mesic flatwoods and scrub. You can enjoy this biologically diverse treasure by boat, starting from the closest boat launch at Cypress Lake.

Take a break at the “Cowboy Camp” established in the 1920s on Rough Island South, enjoy shady oaks and a large hammock on the south end of Rough Island North, or spend some time at the picnic area at the south end of Johnson Island. Hiking is best during the dry season.

Hunting is managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Visit myfwc.com for hunting dates, regulations and detailed license information.

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

Directions

This area is only accessible from the water. The closest boat ramp is located on the east side of Cypress Lake:

• Cypress Lake: 3301 Lake Cypress Rd., Kenansville, FL 34739.

Other nearby boat ramps include:

• Port Hatchineha: 15050 Lake Hatchineha Rd., Haines City, FL 33844.
• Camp Mack: 14900 Camp Mack Rd., Lake Wales, FL 33898.
• Joe Overstreet Landing: 4900 Joe Overstreet Rd., Kenansville, FL 34739.
• Coleman Landing: 1450 Shady Oak Dr., Lake Wales, FL 33898.

You can find additional information on boat ramps in the region by visiting the FWC Boat Ramp Finder.