This will be a south to north, one-way hike on the Florida Trail, and will run through the Kicco Wildlife Management Area. It will be approximately 10.8 miles in length. The trail will parallel the Kissimmee River and will run along the river for about one mile. 

The trail will run through some pine forests, wetlands, and along a dike.

You will need comfortable shoes, a hat, and plenty of water. The temperatures are expected to be in the mid 80's during the day. Be sure to bring food for snacks and maybe lunch.

We plan to leave the meeting place at 9:00 AM sharp for the trailheads. Do not be late.

KICCO is pronounced Kisso. It stands for the Kissimmee Island Cattle Company that was active from 1915 trhough the late 20's.

Allow for 6 hours of hiking time.

We will be meeting in the morning at a place called Jimmy's Truck Stop. The address and phone number are listed below:

Jimmy's Truck Stop

14907 SR 60

Lake Wales, Florida 33898

Phone number for Jimmy's is (863) 692-9125

We will be leaving the truck stop for the trailheads at 9:00 AM sharp. Please arrive earlier than 9:00 AM.