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Fred Robinette |
Pine Log WMA consists of nearly 7,000 acres, entirely within the
boundaries of Pine Log State Forest, near Ebro in northwestern Bay and
southwestern Washington counties. South of Highway 20, Pine Log is
bisected by SR 79. Three creeks—Pine Log Creek, Little Crooked Creek,
and Ditch Branch—are found on the area. Land cover consists of mature
longleaf pine, stands of young pine, titi swamps, and cypress ponds.
Pine Log is home to a number of listed species including the
flatwoods
salamander,
Eastern indigo snake,
gopher tortoise, southern red lily,
and the white-top pitcher plant. Over 14 miles of hiking trails have
been established on the area, including a segment of the
Florida National
Scenic Trail (hikers only), the Dutch Tieman Trail (hikers, off-road
bicycles), the Campground loop (hikers only), and Crooked Creek Trail
(primarily off-road bicycle). The 12.5-mile Old Sawmill loop was
developed as an equestrian trail. Camping is permitted at three
designated primitive campsites and at the Sand Pine Campground. This
area is a site on the
Great Florida Birding Trail.
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