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Florida
Burns Lake South
4.3 mi
Distance
233 ft
Gain
1h 29m
Time
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Inside Big Cypress National Preserve
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Burns Lake South
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 4.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 233 ft
- Elevation loss
- 233 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- National Park Service
About this trail
Burns Lake South is a scenic 4.3-mile out-and-back trail in central Florida that offers a peaceful walk through natural Florida landscape. This trail provides access to Burns Lake, where you'll encounter typical Florida wetland and lake-edge terrain with opportunities to observe local wildlife and native vegetation. The out-and-back route makes navigation straightforward, perfect for hikers seeking a moderate-distance nature walk.
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