Near Florida Institute of Technology Botanical Garden
The path north along Dent Smith Trail (just past the stone marker).
Near Florida Institute of Technology Botanical Garden
These are just a few of the 60 species of palm in the garden. Take a seat on one of the park's numerous benches and enjoy them!
Near Florida Institute of Technology Botanical Garden
A plethora of turtles enjoy a small pond along the trail.
Near Florida Institute of Technology Botanical Garden
Water feature along one of the many paths.
Near Florida Institute of Technology Botanical Garden
Staghorn Fern grow along the trail.

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Florida Institute of Technology Botanical Garden

3.7 (3 Ratings)
A series of interconnected trails meander through the 15-acre garden in the core of the FIT campus.
0.5
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViews
Access Issues
This area is open Monday-Sunday, sunrise to sunset.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.52mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
14ft
High Point
1ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The main trails are concrete with small bridges over the streams. However, there are many unmarked paths (and trails in development) that lead to the different gardens and Crane Creek. Signage is sparse so a visit to the Evans Library (located adjacent to the garden's south entrance) prior to your visit may be necessary by those curious.
History & Background
Florida Tech acquired the first 40 acres of its present campus fronting on Country Club Road through a donation by the University of Melbourne in 1960. The main trail has been named the Dent Smith Trail in honor of the founder of the Palm Society, a worldwide organization primarily engaged in the study of the palm family.

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