Florida Box Turtle Traditional Cache

Like other box turtles, the Florida box turtle has a narrow and highly-domed shell with a hinged plastron that allows it to close its shell tightly. However, the Florida box turtle is quite different in appearance from the other subspecies. Its carapace has a distinct pattern of bright radiating yellow stripes that make it easily identifiable.

Just off of a hiking/biking trail. Not much shade on some of the trails. Be sure to bring plenty of water. You may get wet feet and bug spray is recommended depending on the season.

Myakka River State Park is one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks. The scenic Myakka River flows through 57 square miles of wetlands, prairies and woodlands. The park is popular for hiking, fishing, camping, and wildlife observation.

As of June 2013, the Park Entrance Fees are as follows:

·  Vehicle (2-8 People):$6.00

·  Vehicle (1 person): $4.00

·  Extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass: $2.00

·  Motorcycle: $4.00

·  Pedestrians & bicyclists: $2.00

Placed with permission of Assistant Park Manager Steve Giguere