The alien population was getting overcrowded in the Ocala National Forest, so four years ago, a small group went searching for new territory and landed in the Myakka River State Park. Since landing, they have had a lot of visitors. They were happy with their location but now they have decided to move to a new spot in the Park. Come on by for a visit.
This cache is placed along the red-blazed hiking trail. NO BIKES OR E-BIKES ARE ALLOWED ON ANY DESIGNATED HIKING TRAIL WITHIN MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK. 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 58 square miles of wetlands, prairies and woodlands. The park is popular for geocaching, hiking, boating, kayaking, fishing, camping, and wildlife observation.
As of January 2025, the Park Entrance 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.
- $60.00 Bus Tour Fee (30+ people).
- $2.00 per person, Bus Tour Fee (less than 30 people).
Park hours are 8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days a year.
The North Gate is only open on Saturday, Sunday and State Holidays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Placed with permission of Park Manager Steve Giguere