I saw this Florida Softshell Turtle waiting patiently for me to walk by on the West Orange Trail (near the northern end of the Forest Lake Golf Club) so she could make her way across to the other side.

Hike #1, 52 Hike Challenge: West Orange Trail, Ingram Outpost around perimeter of Forest Lake Golf Club and back on 7/15/18. Sweltering hot. Saw a black racer snake, several cardinals and many butterflies (see above). Found two golf balls. Distance: 3.2 miles.
My favorite stretch of the West Orange Trail starts at the Ingram Outpost (Mile 11.8) and winds around the Forest Lake Golf Club. I would estimate it is about a 3-mile walk if you go from the outpost entirely around the outer perimeter of the golf course and back. I like this route because it is less crowded than many other segments of the trail. In fact, I rarely encounter any other walkers in the late afternoon and usually just a handful of cyclists. You may even find an errant golf ball or two along the way!