A prime destination for hiking, bird watching, and cycling. Visit the Polk Nature Discovery Center and learn about Polk County’s ecosystems through hands-on activities or climb around in the indoor play area that’s perfect for kids. A trip wouldn’t be complete without an alligator sighting, which can be safely done from the preserve’s pier or shoreline.
From blazing red and orange sunrises over Lake Hancock to soaring bald eagles and rustic trails, Lakeland’s Circle B Bar Reserve is known as one of the best places to see wildlife in the state. Sure, you can walk the up to six miles of trails if you’d like – but you can also explore this slice of Florida nature by bike. Just make sure to pay attention for the main attraction, alligators.