Let’s do a fun hike on the Hickory Hammock trail. We will be hiking for about 4.5-Miles to the main campground, where we will take a break to cool down and have a snack. After the break, we will hike back to our cars for a total of **9 miles**. This is a linear hike (not a loop). Most of the trail is under shade with beautiful oaks and pine.
***Let’s meet at 8:15 AM at the Trailhead off US-98.*** We will start hiking no later than **8:30 AM**. Please use the GPS coordinates **(Trailhead 27.4024300, -81.1686900)** to find the trailhead, you can miss the entrance very easily.
**NOTE:** We start on time, so please don’t be late or you will be hiking by yourself!
We will be hiking at a moderately fast pace, and will be taking breaks along the way as needed. There are no restroom facilities at the trailhead, but the campground has some toilets.
**Make sure you bring the following items or I may have to turn you away:**
Water – 2-3 liters
Walking stick (to aid in getting around roots, hog damage and uneven terrain)
Hat
Snacks
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Public/Moderately fast
Contact: Amy Saperstein (561) 289-5551
How to find us:
Just off of US-98 between Lorida and Ft. Basinger **(Trailhead 27.4024300, -81.1686900)**
To camp at Hickory Hammock the night before (or after) (or whenever), contact South Florida Water Management; they must be notified if you intend to camp there. IF you camp the night before, be sure to meet us at the trail head at 8:15 for the 8:30 hike.
