wakodahatchee wetlands

Went twice on my trip... Could spend hours here just relaxing and watching the wildlife. You can do the boardwalk probably in 20 minutes if you wanted but i took my time and took a ton of pictures. We saw tons of birds turtles lizards and a few very large gators. Just one warning parking can be hectic. It gets crowded and not a ton of spots so they have a guard on crowded days letting people in as people leave. But again well worth it.

We go to Wakodhatchee Wetlands very frequently, as a couple, solo and with friends and family. What we observe never fails to surprise us and bring us joy. As the winter months pass we've seen a variety of birds nesting, heard fledglings squawking, and saw a variety of wildlife. So thrilled that we live near this glorious oasis!

Our host in Palm Beach drove us to this amazing wetlands preservation project of the Palm Beach Water Utility Board. Never before had I seen purple gallinule or tricolored herons, let alone up close. And we saw them UP CLOSE - 10 feet away from the boardwalks - watching the new-born chicks stretching for their food. wood storks, herons of all sorts, least bitterns, snowy egrets, pied-billd grebes, and anhingas are among the birds that inhabit this green initiative of the a public utility. My wife, Kay, and friend, Steve, both photographers, were in heaven with their cameras. I felt the same.

Birds! If you like them, go. They were almost close enough to touch, and nesting in March. We also saw some unusual turtles and one small alligator. Loved it.

Find the alligators; see the turtles, listen to the birds, watch the birds pull fish out of the water and eat them; examine native plants, walk the boardwalk, take nature photos- all for free. Great value for no money at all. It's all free. Restrooms available.

This is a great place to go birdwatching, particularly in the morning. Raised boardwalks go through reclaimed wetlands. It is a short and easy walk.

This is a wonderful place to visit--a perfect complement to a visit to Green Cay, which is near by. It is filled with all kinds of Florida birds and rookeries. It is a fabulous experience to walk along the boardwalk and experience "a visit to another world." The only minus is the lack of any organized tours--but some may find that a plus.

We finally hit up Wakodahatchee wetlands and honestly, we were not that impressed - we much prefer Loxahatchee National Wildlife refuge. We're nature lovers and Wakodahatchee is completely packed ALL THE TIME. We tried to go a few times but the line of cars was out onto the road. When we finally did decide to stick it out, we found that they have a security guard directing traffic because parking is so limited and there are so many people here. It felt like we were going to the zoo. If you enjoy the quiet, relaxing aspect of nature, this place is probably not for you. There are literally hundreds of people here at all times, but it is even worse during snowbird season.Lots of different varieties of birds, and a few alligators, but again it feels rushed because you know others are trying to get in to the park and there are just so many people here. I'd say it is probably worth one trip, and maybe we'll take guests when they visit us in Florida, but we'll stick to the calmness of Loxahatchee.

Even if you are not a a photo enthusiast and only have a small vacation camera, you are bound to take beautiful photographs of beautiful birds. March is when many of the birds are in mating plumage. Spectacular is my impression of this wetland site.

I usually go to Delray Beach in the winter months. So I love to go to Wakodahatchee to walk with my mom. It's pretty and very peaceful. Lots of people are there taking pictures of the wildlife.

A friend said that we had to go, and we expected a walk where we would see a few birds. We were so blown away. You start off on a boardwalk that winds through a constructed wetlands, and the birds-egrets, herons, pelicans-more than you can imagine- are everywhere. Plenty of close up observation of nests-we were there the first week of March, and the baby's were getting pretty big. Wathching them feed, jockey for position in the trees, doing territorial "dances" in the marsh. Throw in a couple of BIG gators close up just for thrills. (you are always up on the boardwalk so no risks). Totally overwhelmed all of us. Take binoculars and go earlier or later in the day-its open before sunrise! You won't be dissapointed.

I have been coming here for years. I have seen fox stalking rabbits as well as the plethora of flora and fauna. I arrive at dawn and practically have the place to myself. It's relaxing and very quiet. Camera buffs will love this place. It's a must do in Delray Beach.

We loved our afternoon trip here and so convenient! Watched birds for hours even though not a birder, saw some crocks and enjoyed getting into nature right off the highway!! Free and can stay as long or short a time as you like! Parking was a bit tight but worth a short wait.

Stopped by Wakodahatchee and was thrilled to find an abundance of beautiful birds (especially nesting wading birds). A very nice boardwalk makes for easy access. A must see if you're in the area.

Great and unexpectedly awesome experience. It was a cloudy drizzly day so we decided to check it out and we are really glad we did.