Prescribed Burn Notification
The South Florida Water Management District plans to conduct a 300-acre prescribed burn in the Allapattah Flats Management Area in western Martin County today, Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The burn unit is located approximately 1.5 miles south of SW Martin Highway and 1.25 miles west of SW Fox Brown Road. Smoke may be visible in the area of the burn as identified in the map here.
Featuring an expanse of predominately wet flatwoods that has mostly been converted to improved pasture, the Allapattah Flats recreational area offers excellent hiking and bicycling opportunities. Visitors may hike and bike along a 1.5-mile long, user-friendly shellrock road leading to a panoramic open vista of marsh frequented by wading birds. You can also enjoy the land by following the equestrian trails on horseback.
The dark night sky in this rural area makes Allapattah a great place for stargazing. In addition, the area is open for hunting at certain times of the year. Whatever way you choose to explore, be sure to bring a picnic lunch and take a relaxing break.
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
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Allapattah Flats WMA Parking Areas: Located within 3 miles of the intersection of Martin Highway (CR 714) and Allapattah Road (CR 609), or along Fox Brown Road to the west.
