Size
1,900 acres
Location
Northeastern Hernando County, north of Weeki Wachee.
About the Property
The Annutteliga Hammock is an important area for groundwater recharge into Florida’s primary drinking water source, the Floridan aquifer. Situated in the Brooksville Ridge, which runs from northern Citrus County down into central Pasco County, the lands are slightly higher in elevation than the adjacent coastal or central portions of the state. The area within the Brooksville Ridge typically has well-drained soils, karst limerock outcroppings, and is dominated by sandhills, upland hardwood forests and scrub communities. Property links with the Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area and the Weekiwachee Preserve — prime Florida black bear habitat areas.
Access and Parking
From US 19, north of Weeki Wachee, turn east on Centralia Road. Main parking area is on north side of Centralia Road.
Hours of Operation
Daily from sunrise to sunset.
Restrooms and Water
No restrooms or water available.
Recreational Opportunities
Allowed on an interim basis until a management plan for the property has been completed.
Equestrian Use
Hiking
Approximately 7.2 miles of roads.
Nearby Recreation Lands
- Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge
- Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area
- Withlacoochee State Forest, Homosassa Tract
For More Information
Land Resources Department, Southwest Florida Water Management District, 1-800-423-1476 (FL only) or (352) 796-7211, ext. 4470
