The Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail

Review & FAQ:

• What is the Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail?
  • The Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail is a 1,700-foot rail trail located on the barrier island that contains the city of Cedar Key, accessible via State Road 24.
• What is the history of the trail?
  • The trail follows the route of a former railroad line that connected Cedar Key to Fernandina Beach, which operated between 1861 and 1932.
• What kind of environment surrounds the trail?
  • The trail is surrounded by lush native vegetation and is home to a variety of native migratory and shorebird species.
• What can visitors see at the end of the trail?
  • At the end of the trail, a shallow bay contains a number of preserved trestle posts that once supported a bridge carrying trains across the water to Cedar Key.
• Are bicycles allowed on the trail?
  • No, bicycles are not permitted due to the trail’s sandy, uneven terrain.

Grove St, Cedar Key, FL 32625

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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