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Crane Point Museum & Nature Center, Marathon

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#5 of 38 in Wildlife in Marathon

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Explore the natural world of the Florida Keys and see how people from different cultures have interacted here at Crane Point Museum & Nature Center. Take a stroll through the native plant species of the tropical hardwood hammock, see a variety of local animals, and visit the wild bird rescue center. The nature center's museum displays recreated habitats and artifacts belonging to various settlers and pioneers, from Calusa Indians to Spanish explorers and pirates. The touch ponds and play area provide entertainment for kids. You can also enter the well-preserved house built by George Adderley, an early-20th century Bahamian pioneer. Much of the nature center is outdoors; bring insect repellent to ward off bugs. Plan your Crane Point Museum & Nature Center visit and explore what else you can see and do in Marathon using our Marathon day trip planner.

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• By W9417AAannc

  Take an hour away from the crowds and highway to experience the wild keys. This will be of interest to those interested in local Flora and fauna of the mangrove swamps as well as those interested in.....  more »

• By Z6874BEjerryw

  Interesting place. Nature hike with informational signs. Small but varied animal rescue/rehabilitation area. Original oldest house on Key. Informative museum, excellent views. Crane house built in...  more »

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• By Will Thomas - Forge Mountain Photography

  Great walking trails loaded with flora and fauna. This place is also packed with history of the island and property. At the end of the walking trails there is a wild bird rescue. We were impressed with how clean the cages were for all the birds. All the trails are flat, wide, and we'll maintained.

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• By P B

  Nice little stop in Marathon l, I will say this get here early and beat the crowd and heat. The staff was very friendly and the trails are well groomed, we didn't see a ton of wildlife but we we did enjoy our visit, the view from the northern point overlooking the water is beautiful. If you like local history and wildlife than this us a good quick stop for you, we probably stated about 2 hours total.

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