Lake Marion Creek Wildlife Management Area
Managed in cooperation with South Florida Water Management District and Polk County.
Lake Marion Creek Wildlife Management Area spans more than 8,000 acres of protected lands north and east of Lake Marion in Polk County, just five miles east of Haines City along SR 580. This area was acquired by the South Florida Water Management District and Polk County to preserve valuable water resources and safeguard its natural habitats.
Hunting
Most of the area is hardwood swamp, which makes hunting and other recreational activities challenging. Lake Marion remains a good spot for squirrel hunting.
For hunting seasons and area regulations, view FWC's regulations summary brochure for Lake Marion Creek WMA.
Fishing
Fishing is permitted year-round. A Florida fishing license is required and can be purchased at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.
Camping
Camping is not allowed during hunting seasons. At all other times a Special Use License from the South Florida Water Management District is required. For more information, see the SFWMD’s webpage for Special Use Licenses. Camping is limited to eight continuous days.
Recreation
Public access other than on foot or bicycle requires a Special Use License from the South Florida Water Management District. For more information, see the SFWMD’s webpage for Special Use Licenses.
Wildlife
White-tailed deer, wild hogs, wading birds, Florida scrub-jays and gopher tortoises are some of the wildlife that can be observed on the area. You may also find the tracks of sand skinks in the white scrub sands.
Add your bird observations to the following eBird Hotspots:
Lake Marion Creek WMA - Huckleberry Island
More Information
For an area map, hunting seasons, permits, fees, rules regarding dogs and area regulations, view FWC's regulations summary brochure for Lake Marion Creek WMA.