The Bobcat, Lynx Rufus Floridanus are warm blooded, solitary and territorial predators commonly found in Florida. It is one of the two species of large wild cat in Florida, the other being the Florida Panther. They are about the size of a medium sized dog with the male and female averaging about 39 inches in length and 18lbs in weight. The females are typically smaller. Bobcats are easily identified by their bobbed tail. They have 2-3 kittens. They have inter-sexual exclusive territories which means that there is only one male and one female per territory. However, females have a smaller territory. Males need about 5000 acres, which females need about 2500 acres.
This geocache is placed in Highlands Hammock State Park with the permission of park management. All locations must be approved by the Volunteer Geocache Coordinator Sarah Straub (DTISarah@gmail.com) and adhere to the guidelines set by the park for geocache placement.
Vehicles are not permitted to park on any roadway within the park boundary. All vehicles must park within designated parking areas. The park is open from 8:00AM until sundown, 365 days a year. The admission fees are as follows: $6.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 Single Occupant Vehicle. $2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass. Camping is available in the park as well.
Highlands Hammock State Park's Website
For more information about accessing cache locations please visit the ranger station to view a copy of Essential Eligibility Criteria for Geocaching at Highlands Hammock State Park.
Please remember to cache responsibly and stay on designated trails.