| Okaloacoochee Slough Wildlife Management Area | |
| Map: | Florida |
| Relief: | 1 |
| Location: | Hendry County, Florida |
| Nearest City: | Fort Myers |
| Coordinates: | 26.5817°N -81.3014°W |
| Area: | 8521 Acres |
| Governing Body: | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
Okaloacoochee Slough Wildlife Management Area (WMA) protects 2,992 acres of the larger Okaloacoochee Slough ecosystem approximately 30 miles east of Fort Myers in Hendry County, Florida.[1]
The wetlands within Okaloacoochee Slough WMA provide habitat for birds such as wood stork, glossy ibis, Florida sandhill crane, egrets, and herons.[2] Eastern indigo snakes, bobcats, and various warblers dwell within the pine uplands here. The crested caracara and swallow-tailed kite can often be seen flying over wet prairies. The property is classified as a dispersal zone for the endangered Florida panther.[3]
Sizable populations of white-tailed deer, feral hog, wild turkey, and small game attract hunters to Okaloacoochee Slough WMA.[4] Wildlife viewing on this Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail site is popular year-round, with many specialty birds found on the property.[4] Over 40 miles of unpaved roads are used by hikers, horseback riders, and bicyclists. Camping is permitted at two primitive campsites.[5]