Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve is a delightful 5,000-acre Florida state park located approximately six miles northeast of the city of Cedar Key along State Road 24. The park preserves 12 distinct natural habitat areas, including a rare Florida scrub habitat, which is home to species such as the Florida scrub jay, the Southern bald eagle, and the gopher tortoise. Two trailheads provide access to the reserve, accessible via State Road 24 and Levy County Road 347. More than 13 miles of multi-use trails are located within the reserve, accessible to hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders. Popular outdoor recreational activities include paddling, fishing, birding, geocaching, and wildlife watching, with day-use picnic areas and public restrooms offered at the SR24 trailhead.

FL-24, Cedar Key, FL 32625, Phone: 352-543-5567

The Cedar Key Historical Society Museum Cedar Key State Museum Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge The Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park Steamers Clam Bar and Grill The Island Hotel and Restaurant

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