Near Tower Boardwalk
A view atop the observation tower, Bartow energy plant in distance.
Near Tower Boardwalk
Early morning view of lake on Tower Boardwalk Trail.
Near Tower Boardwalk
This was once the waiting room of an airport.

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Tower Boardwalk

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This is a loop trail to two observation towers at Weedon Island Preserve.
0.4
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Visitors to the preserve must stay on sanctioned trails.

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Flatter
Steeper
0.36mi
Distance
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Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
6ft
High Point
1ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Enjoy a half mile hike on an elevated boardwalk through mangroves to an observation tower at Weedon Island Preserve.

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Contributors
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