The property was acquired for protection of the area's groundwater recharge, as well as important surface water features and wetland habitats. The preserve's wetlands play a role in both the Tsala Apopka Chain of Lakes and the Withlacoochee River systems, part of the Floridan aquifer's recharge/discharge system. Additionally, the site provides habitat to wildlife, including a small population of threatened Florida scrub-jays.
From 75 head on FL44 W to Inverness, Turn right at FL44/US41, turn Right onto Trout Ave (between Sonny"s & Regions Bank). Turn Left onto Tompkins St, then turn Right onto Ella Ave. Ella with turn into Turner Camp Rd, you will go down for alittle while. Almost to the end of Turner Camp before the Fish camp, Hooty Point will be on your Left. Turn Left on Hooty Point & parking will be on the left alittle down the road.<br /><br />2988 North Hotty Point<br /><br />Inverness, FL. 34453
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