Green Cay Nature Center and Wetlands
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Constructed wetlands in Boynton Beach, Florida, featuring a nature center, elevated boardwalks, and diverse wildlife habitat, also serving for wastewater filtration.

📜 100-acre constructed wetland and nature center in Boynton Beach, Florida.
🔍 Features 1.5 miles of elevated boardwalk for wildlife viewing and education.

Why Go

🌿 Explore diverse wetland ecosystems
🦅 Excellent birdwatching opportunities (250+ species)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly, educational exhibits
💧 Observe natural wastewater filtration

Why Avoid

🚫 No pets, drones, food, alcohol, jogging, biking, smoking, fishing, or feeding wildlife on boardwalks.

Tips

⏰ Arrive early on weekends to avoid crowds
📸 Bring a camera and binoculars for wildlife
💡 Check out nearby Wakodahatchee Wetlands for more birding
☔️ Best visited during cooler months

Cost

💰 Free entry. Nominal fees for some programs.

Hours

🕒 Boardwalk: Daily, sunrise to sunset. Nature Center: Wednesday-Saturday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Restrooms: Daily, 6:45 am - sunset. Closed County holidays.

🅿️ Parking

Yes, accessible parking available.

🚻 Toilets

Public restrooms accessible 6:45 a.m. to sunset.

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