

Watch for meadowlarks and raptors on a drive to Picnic Lake, a good spot for wading birds.

The Ridge Audubon Society conducts annual bird counts on the area. Habitats important to migratory species are protected, maintained or enhanced. In addition to resident wildlife, Tenoroc provides resources critical to many migratory birds including waterfowl, passerines, raptors and others. Tenoroc lies along a major historical songbird migration route that once followed hardwood forests lining the Peace River. During scheduled hunt days, all visitors are encouraged to wear a daylight fluorescent orange shirt, vest, jacket and/or hat.Motor vehicles may be operated only on named roads, designated parking areas and fishing ramps as described in the regulations brochure.during periods of Daylight Saving Time and 6 a.m. Public access: Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 6 a.m.Note that the Sports shooting facilities hours of operation are different than the Fish Management Area. Sports shooting facilities at Tenoroc include several ranges trap/skeet and sporting clay stations and 3-D archery ranges.For more information, visit the Tenoroc Public Shooting Range web page. Note that visitors to the Tenoroc Public Shooting Range must also register and pay a separate fee. All visitors to the Fish Management Area must register and pay a $3 daily-use fee unless exempt.Restrooms are available at Derby Lake and Picnic Lake.All dogs must be leashed, except as authorized by FWC.Special opportunities are available to children and physically challenged anglers facilities at Derby Lake and the Pasture Lakes are fully ADA accessible.Fishing platforms are available bank fishing and boating access is provided on many lakes.For information on events, fishing, the shooting sport center and all other activities at Tenoroc PUA, please call the Welcome Center at 86.Get directions to Tenoroc Public Use Area Tenoroc is located in Polk County, two miles northeast of Lakeland.Hiking and horseback riding are most pleasant fall through spring. Butterfly populations reach their peak in late summer and fall. Florida Youth Conservation Centers Networkīirdlife is abundant year-round, but seasonal specialties include songbirds during spring and fall migrations, nesting osprey, wading birds in the spring, and wintering waterfowl November to March.Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail.Report injured, orphaned or dead manatees.Report fish kills, wildlife emergencies, sightings, etc.
