This is a National Audubon Society Sanctuary that was mainly set up to protect and conserve the largest remaining stands of Bald cypress and Pond Cypress. These were continuously getting damaged in the continuous logging in the mid- 20th century.

This beautiful piece of nature is not very big but is definitely a true escape from the hustles of city. It is the Gateway Site for the Great Florida Birding Trail.

• The main attraction of this sanctuary is the board walk. Along this you can walk over pine flat woods, wet prairies, pond cypress, bald cypress and marshy terrains.
• You will find storks and other beautiful wetland birds over here.
• Special species include limpkin, barred owl, swallow- tailed kite, American alligators and cotton mouth.
• The visitor center of this sanctuary has a Living Machine demonstration site.

• Pets are not allowed.
• The board walk closes at 4:30 PM everyday.

• Full-time college student with photo ID: USD 6
• National Audubon Society member with current membership card: USD 6
• Student (6-18 years old): USD 4
• Children under 6: free

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