# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ancient Shoreline Nature Walk: Exploring Lake Okeechobee Ridge Trail - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am - **Event Description**: Join us beneath the canopy of towering trees at this mysteriously unique preserve!About this EventStep back in time and discover the natural beauty and ancient history of the Lake Okeechobee Ridge Trail. This guided nature walk will take you through a rare and remarkable landscape that reflects what “Old Florida” once looked like. Surrounded by towering cypress trees and sprawling fig trees, we will learn about the ecological and cultural history of this preserve and what makes it so unique. If you are looking for an adventure off the beaten path- this hike is for you! DETAILSFREE program, reservations requiredBegins at 9:00am and will last until approximately 11:00amThe length of this nature walk is approximately 2-2.5 miles across uneven natural trail with many rootsPlease wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwearBring water, sunscreen, and bug sprayMinors (under 18) must be accompanied by an adultNo petsAll participants will be required to sign electronic waivers that will be sent out prior to the programVISITOR INFORMATIONIf you are a visitor planning a trip to Martin County and would like to preregister for the event, please email ecotourism@martin.fl.usLooking for an eco-friendly place to stay while visiting Martin County? Check out one of our Space is limited, but there will be a waitlist available.We kindly ask that if you are unable to attend an event, please give us 48 hours’ notice to allow us to offer your spot to someone else.Further details will be provided after registration. We hope to see you there!Martin County is committed to ensuring website accessibility for people with disabilities. To report an ADA accessibility issue, request accessibility assistance regarding our website content, or to request a specific electronic format, please contact the County ADA Coordinator (772) 320-3131, Florida Relay 711, or complete our ADA Accessibility Feedback Form. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate all needs. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a9ca6830-71c0-11f1-ae58-237475d85463-rimg-w1200-h594-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/okeechobee/ancient-shoreline-nature-walk-exploring-lake-okeechobee-ridge-trail/100001992071993959 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Rafael E. Sanchez Memorial Trail (South Entrance) Lake Okeechobee Ridge Trail - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Okeechobee - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Rafael E. Sanchez Memorial Trail (South Entrance) Lake Okeechobee Ridge Trail - **lat**: 26.986839 - **long**: -80.61711190000001 - **full address**: Rafael E. Sanchez Memorial Trail (South Entrance) Lake Okeechobee Ridge Trail, 17999 Southwest Conners Highway, Okeechobee, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ancient Shoreline Nature Walk: Exploring Lake Okeechobee Ridge Trail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e8f901c4877b9371e21ba013a724beca3465031542c6e007d74de8624f027377-rimg-w1200-h676-dc191915-gmir.jpg?v=1781725264 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ancient Shoreline Nature Walk: Exploring Lake Okeechobee Ridge Trail being held? - **A:** Ancient Shoreline Nature Walk: Exploring Lake Okeechobee Ridge Trail takes place on Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am at Rafael E. 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