

Short, wheelchair-accessible boardwalk through a compact urban preserve—prime for close-up wildlife (notably gopher tortoises), birdlife, and textured native plants. Best at early morning or late afternoon for soft light and active wildlife; weekdays are quieter. Free entry with roadside parking on Tamiami Trail. Small site—bring a short lens kit, insect repellent, and respect wildlife/burrows.


Short, wheelchair-accessible boardwalk through a compact urban preserve—prime for close-up wildlife (notably gopher tortoises), birdlife, and textured native plants. Best at early morning or late afternoon for soft light and active wildlife; weekdays are quieter. Free entry with roadside parking on Tamiami Trail. Small site—bring a short lens kit, insect repellent, and respect wildlife/burrows.