It rained lightly at the start of our walk in October, leaving it hot and very humid. There is an honor pay box at the parking area (bring dollar bills).

The trail crosses the tiny, sandy Moonshine Creek, typical of Florida, which winds to a sink.

All the frogs and toads probably loved the humidity

Near the parking lot, it’s a bit drier and the tree cover opens a bit. There are usually several birds here, like this red-bellied woodpecker