These natural areas are not managed parks or gardens where native plants are labeled. They are open to public recreation lands appropriate for walking, hiking, birding, and nature observation.
Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area
The seasonal interpretive drive is open to vehicular access from 8 a.m. to sunset starting the third weekend in February through the end of May on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Lake Apopka North Shore
- 20,009 acres • Lake and Orange counties • Lake Apopka Wildlife drive
- Google Map Directions
Lake Norris Conservation Area
Lake Norris is a spectacular darkwater lake and the Lake Norris Conservation Area was purchased to protect the extensive hardwood swamp that lies on the western shore of the lake and the shoreline of Black Water Creek, a major tributary of the Wekiva River. The cypress that ring the outer perimeter of this blackwater lake boasts one of the highest concentrations of nesting osprey in central Florida.
More Recreation Areas from SJRWMD
Trout Lake Nature
- Property Description - museum, boardwalk
- Google Map Directions
Oakland Nature Preserve
Plants, Birds, Wheelchair Boardwalk, Lake Apopka area
