🔔 Reminder for visitors

The Micco Water Management Area parking lot remains closed through March 30 due to construction.

You can still access the property using the yellow hiking trail at St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park.

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🌿 March Property of the Month: Gourd Island Conservation Area 🌿

Discover a landscape shaped by water and time at Gourd Island Conservation Area. This unique property features a diverse mix of wetland and upland natural communities, including floodplain swamp, basin swamp, dome swamp, depression marsh, wet and mesic flatwoods, sandhill, and xeric hammock.

One of the standout highlights is the beautiful swamp the trails pass through — forming a gourd-shaped island that gives Gourd Island its name. As you explore the trails 🚶‍♀️, you’ll be surrounded by towering cypress, still waters, and the quiet beauty of Florida’s natural landscapes.

✨ Ready to explore? Add Gourd Island Conservation Area to your next outdoor adventure!
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