Cedar Key, Florida
A Recreational Haven
Named one of Outside Magazine's Top
10 Dream Towns, Cedar Key is a year-round recreational paradise. From
record-setting sport fishing to swimming with manatees, the Cedar Key
area offers a diverse playground for those seeking adventure.
Sport fishing A renowned
sport fishing destination, Cedar Key boasts championship waters replete
with redfish, cobia, trout, tripletail, tarpon, grouper, snapper and
kingfish. In 2001, a world-record 202-pound tarpon was caught just off
the island's coast.
Kayaking With 105 miles of stunning shoreline linking Cedar Key with neighboring islands, the kayaking opportunities are endless.
Eco-tours The variety of
natural habitats, including salt marshes and Indian shell mounds, make
Cedar Key an ideal sanctuary for ecotourism.
Bird watching
Scout for bald eagles, roseate spoonbills and even the elusive white pelican
during your Cedar Key vacations. The barrier islands offer an array of
migratory and shore birds.
Horseback riding Experience Florida's dramatic wilderness on horseback. Group and private trail rides are available for riders of all levels.
Swimming & snorkeling Several nearby natural springs offer opportunities to swim or snorkel with manatees.
Scuba diving Divers will enjoy exploring the many underwater caves found near the natural springs around the Suwannee River.
Wildlife scouting Dolphins, manatees, alligators and birds are easy to spot around the islands.
Hiking & biking The nearby 55,000-acre Goethe State Forest features over 100 miles perfect for hiking and biking.
Hunting Avid hunters will
enjoy unique game experiences, including hunting for trophy alligator
and wild boar. Turkeys, whitetail deer, doves and ducks are also
plentiful on and around the island.
