Great Florida Birding Trail Gets Expansion, Upgrades

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is proud to announce the launch of the newly redesigned Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail website. The Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail is a longstanding FWC program that connects people to over 500 birding and wildlife watching locations statewide. The Trail includes multiple sites around eastern and southern Polk County which are featured on the new site..

The Great Florida Birding Trail is a program of the FWC which is supported in part by the Florida Department of Transportation and the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida, and is possible thanks to dozens of federal, state and local government agencies, nongovernmental organizations and private landowners.

The redesigned website offers an enhanced, streamlined experience for both residents and visitors to explore Florida's best birding and wildlife watching opportunities.

A major highlight of the new site is the innovative "Find a Site" map, an interactive location finder that lets users easily discover destinations that match their interests by entering place names, addresses, or selecting desired activities and amenities.

Want to find Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail sites within 25 miles of home where you can go camping and spot a bald eagle? The "Find a Site" map makes it easy. Additional features of the new website include:

• Updated Trail Location Pages: Access detailed information on over 500 premier wildlife watching destinations, including when to visit, what species to look for, detailed directions and habitat descriptions.

• Beginner Resources: Dedicated sections provide helpful guidance for those new to birding and wildlife watching.

• Florida's Birds and Wildlife Highlights: Discover Florida's unique species and habitats through curated news, featured sites and educational content.

The new Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail website advances the Trail's mission to foster conservation through deeper connections between people and nature, offering an exciting platform for exploration, education and stewardship.

To explore the new website and plan your next wildlife adventure, visit FloridaBirdingTrail.com.