Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park is one of Florida's most unique state parks, spanning more than 34,000 acres throughout the Cedar Key region. The preserve, which is only accessible via boat from Cedar Key and Yankeetown, spans more than 20 miles of shoreline tidal marsh habitats along Waccasassa Bay, serving as an important estuarine habitat for the endangered salt marsh vole, the West Indian manatee, and a wide variety of saltwater sporting fish species. Also preserved are some of the final remains of the Gulf Hammock, the largest hydric hammock in the state of Florida, which once spanned more than 100,000 acres. The park is a popular spot for saltwater and freshwater anglers with valid Florida fishing licenses. Other outdoor recreational opportunities include chances for boating, paddling, birding, and wildlife watching. A number of primitive campsites are available on a first come, first served basis.

8312 SW 125th Ave, Inglis, FL 34449, 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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