Wildlife

Banks LakeNational Wildlife Refuge in Lanier County neat Lakeland, contains a variety of habitat types, including 1,500 acres if march, 1,550 acres of cypress swamp, and 1,000 acres of open water, with upland pine and hardwood forests scattered throughout. A natural “pocosin,” or sink of ancient geological origin, the refuge was established in 1985 for the protection and conservation of this unique environment, as well as for the migratory birds and resident wildlife. Bank’s Lake open waters are part of a very popular freshwater public fishery that includes largemouth bass, chain pickerel, bream, crappie and others. Facilities include a bait and tackle shop, boat ramp, walking trail, and two fishing docks. The wildlife viewing is spectacular, with fowl in the refuge including widgeon, blue and green winged teal, wood ducks, American goldeneyes, osprey and bald eagles!
Fishing & Hunting


Good Hope Plantation is located in Naylor. The plantation is a retreat for today's businessperson and sportsman. Its 2,000 plus acres offers hunting and related recreational activities for business professionals and their valued clients. 229-482-2686.
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Additional sites include Alapaha River, Simpson Nature Trail, Lake Irma, Roquemore Memorial park, Cypress Lakes, Twin Lakes, Litter River, Grassy Pond, Paradise Island Hunting & Fishing Club, Quail Creek Shooting Club, Indianila Hunting Preserve, and many more.