Flying Eagle Wildlife Management Area — Attraction in Wildwood

This is a local WMA (Wildlife Management Area), and a great place to hike. There are only a few trails, but some are long enough that we've only managed to hike the first 4.5 miles before needing to turn around and head back... My dogs are good, but can only hike so far. 😉 You will be able to hike beside wetlands, creeks, forests, fields... And chances are good you might run into some local deer. Do be alert for snakes and gators, and don't allow pets or children in the creeks, as gators are commonly found in these wetland areas. Camping is allowed in two separate areas, one for primitive camping, the other for equestrian camping. No showers available, but PortaPottys are at the entrance to the park and the camp grounds. Also nonpotable water is available for cleaning. During hunting season, this is a well used hunting ground as well. Parking is at the trailhead only, unless you've arranged...

Nice site. It is split up so is bigger than first glance. On coming in past the check station and first porta potty you will see a sign that says equestrian campsite. There are 4-5 campsites that will accommodate a horse trailer or bigger RV. If you keep going up that road, before getting to the 21ton bridge with the ramp for the airboat bypass, you will see the second porta potty. To the right (if bridge is ahead) there is a road (blocked from this end) just past the water pump (Non potable) that leads to the spots mentioned earlier, however along the road there are quite a few primitive campsites that will accommodate smaller rigs or tents. To the left there is a large open area that has an additional 4-6 campsites for RV or equestrian. Nice area. Plenty of trails and water for canoeing. Cell service is 1bar LTE+ but decent bandwidth. Porta potties are very clean and we'll...

I sometimes have time between one State Park or another, so I love the Florida water management camp grounds. While here, I was the only camper. My dog and I loved walking the trails. The nicest spot visually was the bridge over the slough, which has a special ramp for Airboats to cross to the other side of the low bridge. There is one porta potty on the main road towards the bridge and a working hand pump of non-potable water. Good for hand washing and rinsing dishes. Not to drink. Sadly, there was one site that the previous campers abandoned a tent, mattress, bedding, in 2 big piles and a small brand new grill. I don't understand why people don't take their messes out with them, but my last SWFWMD campground was sililar. Otherwise, the camp was very clean, quiet except for an occasional airboat, and lovely to explore. I would definitely...