Bartow, Fla. (July 11, 2025) — Public access to the Florida National Scenic Trail near the S-65A boat lock on the Kissimmee River will close for maintenance beginning on Monday, July 14.
The closure affects the Florida National Scenic Trail access points located west of the S-65A boat lock, located in Polk County, and to the east in Osceola County. All public areas within a one-mile radius of the project site will also be closed for the duration of the maintenance project.
The S65-A boat lock will be unavailable to boaters until the project is completed. Boaters should plan alternate access to the Kissimmee River…