22K views · 224 reactions | ☀️ MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK  Climb the canopy walkway and savor wildflower-covered prairies at Myakka River State Park! *The observation tower is currently closed due to COVID-19* | Zack Perry | Facebook

🌴 Myakka River State Park: Where “Old Florida” Still Roars 🐊 Not everyone makes it to Deep Hole — the wild heart of Myakka River State Park. It’s a 3-mile trek through towering oaks draped in Spanish moss, ending at a sight that’ll leave you breathless (and maybe a little nervous): hundreds — sometimes hundreds — of alligators basking along the shore. This isn’t the glossy, brochure-ready Florida of white sands and blue water. This is the untamed side — raw, wild, and unforgettable. For some,

Did you know... . This is one of Florida’s oldest and largest parks! The Myakka River flows through 58 square miles of this park. The most distinct feature of the Myakka River State Park is the Canopy Walkway. It is the first public treetop trail in North America! This walkway is suspended 25ft in the air and connects to the observation tower that stands 74 ft tall. . They have campsites for RV and tent camping. There are many activities to enjoy at Myakka River State Park including bicycling, f