Nestled on the shores of Lake Hatchineha, this area offers many recreational opportunities and beautiful vistas.

Catfish Creek is a popular landing for airboats. When the water level is high, you can enjoy a canoe or kayak ride along the cypress strand. Paddle between marshy vegetation on the lakeside and cypress on the land side, or explore the property by foot along grassy trails. Watch for wildlife, including wading birds, deer, turkey, alligators, bald eagles and turtles.

Rolling Meadows is a great place to take a break from the water. Stop at a covered picnic pavilion and view waterfowl living within this restored wetland. Primitive camping is available along the C-37 Canal and at the oak and cypress-lined berm on Lake Hatchineha’s shoreline on the Drasdo property. Hiking is best during the dry season.

Hunting is managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Visit myfwc.com for hunting dates, regulations and detailed license information.

For more information, please call the District Recreation Hotline at 866-433-6312 or email recreation@sfwmd.gov.

Directions

This area is only accessible from the water. The closest boat ramps are located on Lake Hatchineha:

• Port Hatchineha: 15050 Lake Hatchineha Rd., Haines City, FL 33844.
• Camp Mack: 14900 Camp Mack Rd., Lake Wales, FL 33898.

Other nearby boat ramps include:

• Cypress Lake: 3301 Lake Cypress Rd., Kenansville, FL 34739.
• Joe Overstreet Landing: 4900 Joe Overstreet Rd., Kenansville, FL 34739.
• Coleman Landing: 1450 Shady Oak Dr., Lake Wales, FL 33898.

You can find additional information on boat ramps in the region by visiting the FWC Boat Ramp Finder.