Region:
Northeast
CEDAR KEY SCRUB STATE PARK
Cedar Key, Florida
Contact Information
P.O. Box 187
Cedar Key, 32625
(352) 543-5567
Driving Directions
The site is located 6 miles NE of Cedar Key on SR
24.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown
365 days a year.
Park Fees
There is no entrance fee for this park.
Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve is a joint managed area located in
the western edge of Levy County. The property is managed by the
Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission, and the Division of Forestry.
Park Activities
Bicycling, Canoeing, Horse Trails, Fishing, Nature
Trails, and Picnicking
Bicycling
See information under "Nature Trails."
Canoeing
The shallow waters and numerous creeks near the
salt marsh provide excellent opportunities for canoeing
and kayaking. Rental canoes and kayaks are available
in nearby Cedar Key.
Horse Trails
See information under "Nature Trails."
Fishing
Saltwater fishing is popular in the adjacent waters.
Nature Trails
The reserve utilizes existing jeep trails for multi-use
trails, totaling about four miles on the east portion
and eight miles on the western portion. The reserve
is divided into two portions by CR347 which runs
between Cedar Keys and Fowlers Bluff. These trails
are primarily used for hiking, but are also available
for bicycling and horseback riding. The diverse
habitats of the reserve provide opportunities for
nature study and wildlife observation.
Picnicking
A small picnic area with a waterless composting
toilet is located at the trail head on the eastern
portion of the reserve. A picnic shelter, picnic
tables, grills, and informational kiosk are also
located in this area. The trailhead has a stabilized
parking area to accommodate about 15 vehicles.
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