Enjoy the morning at one of our most wild nature preserves!
CANCELLED
Little Manatee River Corridor Nature Preserve - Leonard Lee Trailhead, Meet at the trailhead kiosk
In-Person
The February 13, 2026 Sunrise Hike at Little Manatee River is cancelled.
The Little Manatee River Nature Preserve is part of a larger restoration project and wildlife corridor encompassing the Little Manatee River. Here you'll hike among the longleaf pine and palmettos and into the oaks as you ramble near and away from the river on the Hiking Spree's "Tributary Trail" (Blue). This hike is just under 3 miles and loops through several different habitats. You'll have a great chance to see wildlife, as well as learn about the history, restoration work, and the flora and fauna of the preserve from one of the technicians who works there.
Things to know
- Cost: $5 (pay in advance using the Register link in the top-right of this page)
- Register before the event
- Meet at the trailhead kiosk
- Minimum age requirement: 8 years or older
- Participants under 18 should be accompanied by an adult
- Maximum participants: 15
- Hike length: 2.75 miles
- Weather-related cancellations possible (no rain checks)
- Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome on this hike
Things to bring
- Close-toed shoes (required)
- Water in refillable container (required)
- Binoculars
- Bug spray
- Camera
- Hat
- Snacks
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
If you have any questions, please email Ashley Martin or call (813) 365-5275.