Closure Notification
- Posted November 10, 2026: Taylor Creek (STA) will be closed to the public from November 10-13, 2026, for vegetation management activities.
- Everglades and Francis S. Taylor Wildlife Management Area
Posted: November 6, 2026
The Water Conservation Area (WCA) 3A North is temporarily closed due to high water levels and the protection of wildlife resources. Vehicles, airboats, ATVs, and all other public access, is prohibited until further notice. See Executive Order 26-41 for full details.
The Taylor Creek Stormwater Treatment Area (STA) is located east of Taylor Creek on a portion of publicly held land previously known as the Grassy Island Ranch in Okeechobee County. The area features a stand of ancient cypress trees. Native wildlife species and a variety of birds can also be seen here.
This STA removes phosphorus from water headed to Lake Okeechobee.
The Grassy Island (East Side) site is located just west of the Taylor Creek STA. Both sites offer many recreational activities including bicycling, hiking, bird watching, picnicking and wildlife viewing. At the Grassy Island site, visitors will also find bicycling trails, equestrian trails and geocaching opportunities.
For more information, please call the District Recreation Hotline at 866-433-6312 or email recreation@sfwmd.gov.
Directions
- Taylor Creek Trailhead: Located on US 441.
- Grassy Island (East Side): 1901 Hillard Rd., Okeechobee, FL 34972.
