Lake Norris Explorer

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Norris, a spectacular darkwater lake and one of the oldest cypress swamps in Florida, where towering dwarf cypress trees create an otherworldly landscape unlike anywhere else. As you glide across the calm waters, the shoreline reveals a remarkable concentration of osprey nests, with more than one hundred active nests perched among the cypress branches. This hidden natural treasure offers a rare opportunity to witness a thriving ecosystem shaped by time, water, and wilderness.

Discover a thriving habitat that supports river otters, alligators, turtles, snakes, and a wide variety of birdlife, all within a protected corridor that expands the Florida black bear habitat. While weaving between and through ancient cypress trees, you may observe wildlife in its natural environment, surrounded by serene waters and untouched scenery. Guided by professional, medically trained, and certified experts, this out-and-back adventure invites nature lovers to immerse themselves in one of Florida’s most beautiful and unheralded destinations.