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“wetlands ecosystem”
Grassy Waters Preserve is a 23 square mile wetlands ecosystem that serves as the freshwater supply for the City of West Palm Beach and the towns of South Palm Beach and Palm Beach Island. Historically, Grassy Waters was both a key component of the Greater Everglades watershed and the headwaters of the Northwest Fork of the Loxahatchee River.Although human needs have lead to severe alterations to the flow of water through South Florida, Grassy Waters Preserve remains a pristine remnant of the once great Everglades system. A mosaic of wetlands, tree islands, and forested hammocks, Grassy Waters Preserve is home to a variety of native wildlife. Commonly sighted species including the everglades snail kite, wood stork, white ibis, great blue heron, white tailed deer, otter, bobcat, and alligator.
The first time I went to grassy waters, I arrived half an hour before closing. I grabbed my camera and walked quickly through parts of the boardwalk. I thought, "Wow, for so much land, there isn't... Read more
We were introduced to Grassy Waters Preserve by a friend that recommended it for trail walking. The preserves are a 23-square-mile wetlands ecosystem that serves as the freshwater supply for the... Read more
One of my favorite parks to walk in. There is a North and South side both, equally beautiful. I see something new every time I visit. The boardwalks are kept up and clean. Read more
Grassy Waters Everglades Preserve
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- Mon - Sat: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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