Activities at Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park
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BoatingBoating is accessible only by private watercraft. Boat entrance is available from C-40 in Yankee Town, C-326 in Gulf Hammock, and the City Marina in Cedar Key. |
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Canoeing & KayakingCanoeing is ideal for the nature enthusiast. Endangered and threatened wildlife sighted in the Preserve include the Florida panther, manatee, bald eagle, and black bear. The bay and marsh attract large number of osprey, pelicans, rails, wading birds, and waterfowl. |
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Fishing
Fishing is abundant with many varieties of salt and fresh water fish, including shellfish. The area has tidal creeks and an immense salt marsh.
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PetsWell-behaved dogs are welcome at Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park. They must be kept on a 6-foot leash at all times and can not be left unattended for more than a half-hour. |
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Wildlife ViewingAs a virtually undeveloped area the wildlife is mostly undisturbed. Alligators, otters, bald eagles, dolphins, osprey, raccoons, deer, turtles, great egrets, herons, gulls, pelicans, are some of the common wildlife that can be seen. Manatees occasionally visit the park. Less frequently seen are the Florida black bear, bobcat, skunk, and gray fox. |
