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Graham Swamp Conservation Area
Size:
3,084 acres.
Location:
In eastern Flagler County near Palm Coast.
Description:
The historic headwaters of Bulow Creek originate in the large freshwater basin swamp of Graham Swamp. More than 2,500 acres of the property are covered by wetland hardwood swamp; the remainder of the property is forested upland that fringes the basin and forms small islands within the swamp. Graham Swamp, though heavily impaired by the creation of ditches and dikes in the past, serves an important function in retaining and filtering stormwater runoff from residential developments lying to the west and north. The Graham Swamp Conservation Area will help maintain the integrity and quality of northeast Florida’s coastal ecosystems and its associated ecological functions.
Wildlife viewing:
The area supports a rich variety of wading birds, waterfowl and passerine bird species, as well as deer, otter, fox and other mammals, and alligators.
Recreational activities:
- Hiking (when conditions allow), bank fishing, bicycling, wildlife viewing and nature study. more info
Restrictions: more info
- Motorized vehicles are not permitted.
Access:
Access on Colbert lane: From State Road (SR) 100, turn north on Colbert Lane. Travel approximately 2.5 miles to the parking area on the west side of the road. From I-95, exit on Southeast Palm Coast Parkway and head east. Turn south on Colbert Lane and travel about 4.5 miles to the parking area on the west side of the road. Access on Old Kings Road: From SR 100, turn north on Old Kings Road. Travel approximately 4.5 miles to the parking area on the east side of the road. From Southeast Palm Coast Parkway, travel south approximately two miles to the parking area on the east side of the road.
For more information:
Flagler County is the lead manager of Graham Swamp. For more information, call (386) 437-7490.
