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Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Delray Beach

4.8
#1 of 10 in Parks in Delray Beach
Must see · Wildlife Area · Nature / Park
As a part of the Great Florida Birding Trail, Wakodahatchee Wetlands features open ponds, marshes, and islands with a public boardwalk and interpretive signs. Over 140 species of birds have been spotted at the site, as well as turtles, alligators, raccoons, frogs, and rabbits. Within its rich flora, you'll see palm trees, oaks, numerous flowers, and aquatic plants. This 20 hectare (50 acre) park also offers gazebos with benches. Dress comfortably for the 2.4 km (1.5 mi) hike along the boardwalk, which teaches wetland ecology through interpretive signs. For Wakodahatchee Wetlands and beyond, use our Delray Beach online trip itinerary planner to get the most from your Delray Beach vacation.
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  • By Dante-Donna
    Excellent walking boardwalk around the entire site, bird sanctuary. Tons of birds nesting with their young, it was a site to behold.  more »
  • By TrippingTrudy
    I love Wakodahatchee and try to go every time I visit the area. This time I was here for an extended period of time and visited four times over the month of May. It’s a great time of year to see a...  more »
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  • By Gail Florine Gurman
    Wakodahatchee Wetlands is the absolutely best place to view a wide array of birds and reptiles in their natural surroundings. Early Spring is the best time to see mother birds sitting on their nests and recently hatched young ones in the best! They grow rather quickly so you won't want to miss them! We are lucky enough to live only 2 minutes from this fascinating place!
  • By Alan Kivaev
    A great place to see some of the beautiful wildlife Florida has to offer for free! This serene little park has a boardwalk over a small piece of wetlands where you can encounter turtles, iguanas, many beautiful birds, and even alligators! Make sure to bring water and hats to shield from the sun.
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