***** Do not try and get to this cache by land along Midway Road, you will be trespassing on private land *****
Welcome to Savannas Recreation Area. The Savannas is an outdoor recreation area which provides camping, boating, fishing, and picnic facilities. Visit the Trading Post, an original “Cracker House” that was relocated to the site and restored for use as an office. The structure is estimated to have been built sometime between 1890 and 1912. Come sit on the wraparound porch and watch the waters of the Savannas and the extensive wildlife. Covering 550 acres and five distinct biological communities, the Savannas provides access to pine flatwoods, wet prairie, marsh, lake, and scrub habitats. Due to the unique biological and geographical features, the Savannas received “Reserve” status by the Florida Legislature in 1978. The Savannas is perhaps the most unique wilderness area in Florida.
The Savannas is open year round for camping as well as public recreational use 7 days per week. Public access is available from sunrise to sunset and includes access to restrooms, fishing, canoe/kayak rentals, a dog park, and walking/biking trails.
Enjoy the nice paddle through the canal and out to the pristine lake. Make sure you have your life jacket and whistle as required. Please keep in mind that you will be surrounded by wildlife in and out of the water. Have fun and BYOP !