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Catfish Creek located in eastern Polk County
that preserves beautiful sections of scrub,
sandhill, pine flatwoods and shallow ponds that
are home to numerous rare plants such as scrub
morning glory, scrub plum, pygmy fringe tree,
and cutthroat grass. Catfish Creek is a
wonderful off-the-beaten-path sort of place. It
is also home to several protected animal species
including Florida scrub-jays, bald eagles,
gopher tortoises, and Florida scrub lizards.
You may encountered deer, turkey, assorted
waterfowl, swallows, an eagle, scrub-jay and a
wide variety of insects.
Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek
Allen David
Broussard Catfish Creek is the preserve's
scrub, sandhill, and flatwoods communities are
home to numerous rare plants such as scrub
morning glory, scrub plum, pygmy fringe tree,
and cutthroat grass. They are also home to
several protected animal species including
Florida scrub-jays, bald eagles, gopher
tortoises, and Florida scrub lizards. Visitors
can enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, and
horseback riding. When you visit the preserve
make sure you are prepared for the rugged
conditions typical of the scrub habitat. Bring
plenty of water and be prepared for the
challenging trails at the park. Enjoy your visit
and bring back memories of one of the rarer
habitats in Florida.
NOTE: There is no mail delivery to this
park. All mail delivery is through Lake
Kissimmee State Park, Lake Wales, FL.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information
Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Allen David Broussard
Catfish Creek, please call (863) 61112.
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until
sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
The preserve is
located about 10 miles east of Dundee. From US
27, turn east on County Rd 542, through Dundee
(turning left at stoplight). In about 1 mile
take a right on to Hatchineha Rd. Go about 8
miles to Firetower Road on the right. The
parking lot is about 3 miles on the left.
Allen David
Broussard Catfish Creek
3950 Firetower
Rd
Haines City, Florida 33844
Phone: (863) 696-1112 |
