MRSP Chicken Turtle Traditional Cache

The Chicken turtle is a cold-blooded uncommon freshwater turtle found in the southeast of the United States. The name "Chicken" turtle refers to the taste of their meat, which used to be popular in southern markets. Chicken turtles are regularly encountered on land, migrating between aquatic habitats or seeking areas to burrow into the soil and escape dry conditions.

Just off of a hiking/biking trail. 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 57 square miles of wetlands, prairies and woodlands. The park is popular for hiking, fishing, camping, and wildlife observation.

As of February 2014, the Park Entrance Fees are as follows:

·  Vehicle (2-8 People):$6.00

·  Vehicle (1 person): $4.00

·  Extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass: $2.00

·  Motorcycle: $4.00

·  Pedestrians & bicyclists: $2.00

Placed with permission of Assistant Park Manager Steve Giguere