"Natives in Focus" Plant Walk: Rye Preserve

Experience a slice of old Florida at the Rye Preserve. You don't have to travel far, Rye Preserve is closer than you think. This 530-acre property is located just northwest of the Lake Manatee Dam.

The preserve's trail system leads visitors through four distinctive ecosystems, including sand pine scrub, xeric oak scrub, oak hammocks, and the river community. A variety of interesting creatures can be seen in these areas including the rare gopher tortoise.

Rye Preserve is home to a piece of Manatee County's early pioneer history. Within the preserve, visitors can view the Rye Family Cemetery, the last remaining reminder of the old Rye River community.

Please bring: hat, sunscreen/sun protection, insect repellent, ample drinking water.

Everyone is welcome to participate! Please come and bring a friend.

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Rye Preserve, 905 Rye Wilderness Trail, Parrish, United States

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