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Circle B Bar Reserve · Lakeland, FL · About 15 minutes east of our stays

About Circle B Bar Reserve

Circle B Bar Reserve is a 1,267-acre former cattle ranch turned wildlife reserve in eastern Polk County. It's one of the best birding sites in Central Florida and a near-guaranteed alligator spotting trail. Entry is free.

Guests who want a real Florida-wild experience without driving to the Everglades come here. The Marsh Rabbit Run and Alligator Alley trails are easy walks with high wildlife density. Early morning is best.

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Where to stay

Lake Hunter Haven and Historic Carriage House sit east of downtown and trim a few minutes off the Circle B drive.

Lake Hunter Haven

Lake Hunter Haven

A two-bedroom retreat steps from the Lake Hunter walking path.

Sleeps 4 · 2 bed · 1 bath

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Tips

  • Go at sunrise. Wildlife is most active in the first two hours after the reserve opens; the parking lot fills up by mid-morning.
  • Bring a long lens or binoculars. Alligators, bald eagles, sandhill cranes, and roseate spoonbills all show up regularly.
  • Wear closed-toe shoes. The trails are crushed shell and packed earth, with bugs in summer.

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