Great place. No charge to get in unless it is a special event of some kind. Saw many different birds, a baby alligator, turtles and an amazing view on a boardwalk.
Yes, right in our backyard! A great place to walk on their long, wooden boardwalk in the fresh air! See the beautiful birdlife and, now and then, an alligator in the surrounding water poking up its nose! The building on the premises schedules nature-related classes for youngsters. It has live wildlife specimens to see and sometimes touch. Souvenirs? Of course! FYI: I recommend you don't walk outdoors there at twilight, since mosquitoes come out for dinner at your expense!
An elevated boardwalk over wetlands filled with birds, alligators, turtles etc. Two loops - one mile and 1/2 mile
We had so much fun watching birds at this location. Just one treasure after another. These man made nature areas provide such a diverse habitat that all types of birds flock to it. It is indeed like being in a zoo without walls or cages. The only downside is sharing the boardwalks with thoughtless runners that do not care about the photo you are taking or the amazing bird you just discovered you didn't have on your life list until this moment. What a great place to take beginner bird watchers who can really take their time identifying different species of birds and just plain fun for experienced bird watchers. This location is right up there with Ding Darling and Merritt Island in terms of diversity.
A wonderful 1 1/2 mile boardwalk through a beautiful wetland teeming with variety of birds, turtles, and alligators. Great photo opportunities and fully wheelchair accessible. Nature Center closed on Sundays and you are requested not to bring food into park. And it is FREE.
We enjoyed our time at Grand Cay. There are two trails there. One os 1/2 mile and the other is a mile. Both are an elevated boardwalks and offer easy walking. Lots of wild life!
Green Cay is a unique way to experience South Florida nature and best of all, it's free! A 1 1/2 mi loop on an elevated boardwalk through the wetlands (stroller friendly) in early morning or late afternoon during the winter months is especially satisfying and and wonderful for birders, photographers or just anyone who wants to experience the unique eco-system. A welcome change from all the malls and busy streets. It is always one of the first places I bring visitors! There is a nature center as well and it is fun as well as educational if you plan a visit during opening hours.
The board walk provides an ideal setting to view the wildlife. We were treated to lots of antics from the birds who seem to be familiar with people and as curious about us as we were of them! Saw the alligator swim by too!
This is a treat. Birds are very beautiful. Scenic views are abundant. We go back often. Photographic delight.
I enjoyed my walk at Green Cay Nature Center. There are two loops-one is 1 mile and the other .5 mile. They almost form a figure eight. There are so many species of birds native to the area in this beautiful setting. A relaxing, educational morning or afternoon.