Dr. Phillips Community Park Longhorn Steakhouse Loop Trail

Located on the shore of Big Sand Lake, the active portion of Dr. P. Phillips Community Park includes picnic areas, fields for baseball, basketball and soccer and features a playground, splash playground, rental pavilions and a dog park. The LongHorn Steakhouse Loop features .6 miles of trail meandering through approximately 10 acres of upland habitat including Sand pine scrub and Xeric hammock communities.
This interpretive guide features ten stations, each designed to introduce or familiarize you with the natural community around you. When you find a marked post, find the corresponding logo in this guide for interpretation of the area, plant or animal you have discovered.

Benches are scattered throughout the trail for rest or reflection and an observation area overlooking Big Sand Lake can be found at the waterfront. Because the majority of trail is in full sun, carry and drink
plenty of water while on the Loop. Sturdy shoes are advised due to sandy terrain, roots and other trip hazards. A leisurely walk on the entire trail, using this guide to help you, will take approximately 30 minutes.