Photo Spot Summary
Country: United States
Category: Landscape
State: Florida
City: Gainesville
GPS Latitude: 29.610256
GPS Longitude: -82.304504
Directions
The main entrance to this state preserve is located at 100 Savannah Blvd; Micanopy, FL 32667 (the south side). However, the north side of the park has the La Chua Trail, which is a 2 to 2 1/2 mile walk along a flood savanna/dike that allows for excellent views.
Photo Spot Details
There are hundreds of alligators and birds in the preserve. Preserve is not open until 08:00 AM. More scenic after rains as the alligators will be more visible on the bank due to a higher water table; too low and the dike reveals more alligators but with a muddy backdrop.
We went there a couple of months ago, and went into the side with the long boardwalk out over the marsh. Lots of birds, a couple of snakes, and only one alligator due to the weather. Then we drove over to the other side and walked a hiking path. Lots of potential for summertime shooting. I thought it was well worth the drive down from Jacksonville.