When one looks around Florida, it is usually the image that comes to mind of some sandy beach, with coconut palms that sway in the muddy breeze, and not infrequently ancient trees that look like the trunks of elephants. But deep in central Florida and in the northern parts, there are hundred to four hundred year old Maltby and Fairchild oaks. The limbs of the oak grew like outstretched arms, with Spanish moss like thin pirate beards waving in the breeze.
In Florida, the oak dominates in the Ocala National Forest, in the middle of the town, between the north and northwest, from Palatka to Bunnell The oldest documented oak tree in Florida is located in the town of Bunnell. is over four hundred years old. The site of the ancient tree is Bulow Creek State Park. A wonderful, monstrous growing tree! This tree is considered one of the largest living oaks in Florida. Since the 1600s, the tree has grown in peaceful grace, while Florida’s dark history unfolded around it, including the 1836 fire of the neighboring Bulow Plantation during Second Seminole War
There is no clear explanation as to why Florida oaks have thrived. Environmentalists and horticulturists say soil pollution in those parts of Florida is responsible, combined with high levels of weather, rainfall and nutrients. Alone and chlorophyll, Florida wouldn’t be unique without folk tales behind magical trees. The old story is beloved by generations.
This is the story of the giant oaks with Spanish moss, once the hiding places of virgins fleeing raiding raiders. One of the principal maidens climbed a tree in the Micanopy region of Florida, when a pirate was going up the tree in distress, a girl was caught in the huge branches, so that the pirate’s beard became dangling with moss.
Another amazing tree that should be noted by the traveler in Palatka, a small town outside of St. Augustine. In the main town, near the square court, resides a gargantuan oak which is over one hundred and fifty years old. The limbs of the trees are so huge that they are supported by logs made of metal to keep the weight of the limbs from breaking and cracking whatever is underneath. It is absolutely a site to behold, and it does well with the beauty, grace, and power of nature.
Golden Harbor Florida has civil warera oak Sugar Mill Ruins in Sugar Mill Gardens. Here you can also find replicas of dinosaurs, exotic and cheerful flora and fauna. This was one of the spots in Florida that is said to be where dinosaurs once roamed. It’s a nice place to capture the kids, who are usually more fascinated by the giant dinosaurs of the trees, but many instances are suitable here for the purpose of education and training. There is a walking trail, and an old Florida air away from the hustle and bustle of Port Orange and its neighbors. Daytona Beach is cool.
To Port Orange, take I-95 to the Port Orange exit. Sugar Mill Ruins just off the exit, heading to Port Orange. Palatka is on route 301 north to 20 east of Ocala, and is also easily accessible from north Florida and St. Augustine. Bunnell is located near the Old Dixie Freeway.
