Introducing the Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve, a hidden gem located just five miles east of Cedar Key. Spanning over 5,000 acres, this reserve offers a diverse array of natural landscapes and habitats to explore. With two convenient trailheads, visitors can embark on a journey along 13 miles of multi-use trails, perfect for hiking, biking, or horseback riding. Home to 12 distinct natural communities, including the rare Florida scrub, the reserve is a sanctuary for a variety of wildlife such as the Florida scrub-jay, Florida mouse, gopher tortoise, and bald eagle. Venture to the western boundary of the reserve to discover tranquil tidal marshes ideal for fishing, canoeing, or kayaking. Although there is no canoe/kayak launch within the reserve, visitors can access the marshes from the public boat ramp located at the FWC Senator George Kirkpatrick Marine Laboratory. Come experience the beauty and biodiversity of Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve today!