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Length: 3.5 miles in 3 loops From US 27 south of Leesburg, take SR 25A on the right to Owen Rd and follow it to the trailhead. This trail offers a flat, easy walk through deeply shaded hardwood forests on an island in a large marsh. Be prepared for mosquitoes.
 Flat Island Preserve, surrounded by the vast Okahumpa Marsh, shelters an interesting mix of flora in its hammocks— more than 110 species, including rare trees, unusual wildflowers, and colorful mushrooms. Dedicated to Rexford and Jean Daubenmire, Lake County botanists who fought for the preservation of this land, the well-engineered Daubenmire Trail and Island Hammock Trail follow a circuit around the edge of the island’s high ground.
3.5 miles of trail are laid out in three completely shaded loops. The main trail is blazed orange and the cross trails blazed in blue. A side trail leads you down a boardwalk through a cypress stand and to the canoe launch overlooking the marsh.
A group primitive campsite is found at the trailhead, and a backpacking site is located at the remote end. Water is available at the trailhead. Water at the backpacking campsite should be treated. Backpackers should ask if the water pump is functioning when applying for a camping permit.
 From US 27 south of Leesburg, take SR 25A on the right to Owen Rd and follow it to the trailhead.
Disclaimer: While FTA strives to maintain accurate information and is constantly updating its geodatabase, the trail and development along the trail corridor is constantly changing. The data has been collected from a variety of sources and accuracy varies. FTA provides this data for recreational purposes only and does not intend the data as a survey.
Centerline data Florida Trail System (c) 2007 Florida Trail Association, Inc. Large grassy parking area at trailhead. Campsites Group primitive site Backpacking site Flat, easy walk through deeply shaded hardwood forests on an island in a large marsh. Use insect repellent, as the mosquitoes can be overwhelming. Potable water is available at the trailhead. Water at the backpacking campsite should be treated. A permit for overnight camping is required from the Lake County Water Authority, 107 North Lake Avenue, Tavares, FL 34778, 352-343-3777. |
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