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Dames Cave, Peace Cave and Lizzie Heart Sink Loop

This loop in Withlacoochee State Forest offers hikers a captivating mix of geological wonders and natural beauty. Along the trail, you’ll encounter limestone caves, like Dames Cave, which showcase intricate rock formations and provide an intriguing glimpse into Florida’s karst topography​. The path also features swampy wetlands and a dramatic sinkhole, Lizzie Heart Sink, where the forest’s diverse ecosystems and wildlife make every step feel like a new adventure​. Though the terrain can be uneven with exposed roots, the relatively mild elevation change makes this an accessible yet rewarding hike for nature enthusiasts. #Hiking #Loop #Cave #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 4.0 mi
  • Elevation gain: 55 m
  • Maximum elevation: 35 m
  • Elevation loss: 55 m
  • Minimum elevation: 13 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 39 m
  • Moving speed: 2.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.5 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 43 m
  • Global speed: 2.3 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 4.0 mi
  • Elevation gain: 55 m
  • Maximum elevation: 35 m
  • Elevation loss: 55 m
  • Minimum elevation: 13 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 39 m
  • Moving speed: 2.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.5 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 43 m
  • Global speed: 2.3 mph

About this trail

Name: Dames Cave, Peace Cave and Lizzie Heart Sink Loop trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Trail 22, Citrus County, Florida, United States (28.70920 -82.45127)

End: Trail 22, Citrus County, Florida, United States (28.70919 -82.45130)

Coordinates: 28.70173 -82.45130 28.71218 -82.43470

Gear up for your next adventure:

🔪Outdoor Multi-Tools - Versatile tools for gear repairs and food prep in the wild
🧢Waterproof Hiking Hats - Keep the rain off your face while studying topographic maps
🥫Expedition Meals - Lightweight, high-calorie nutrition for long-distance hikers
🧦Merino Wool Hiking Socks - Moisture-wicking socks to prevent blisters during long mountain walks
🔥Emergency Fire Starters - Reliable ignition tools for survival situations in damp conditions

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