South Florida
Nature Trails
Dade & Broward County
Fern Forest
Nature Center
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Fern Forest Nature Center first opened in 1985. The 254 acres include a Hardwood Hammock, Maple Cypress Wetland, Prarie area, and a Slash Pine - Cabbage Palm habitat. You can stop by the park office and pick up a Trail Guide Book for .50¢
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Right away you can see why the park is named FERN Forest ! 32 different species of ferns can be found in the park.The lush tropical tree growth provides the needed humidity and shadow for the ferns to flourish. |
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Along side the boardwalk is a small swamp. Tiny Duckweed covers the waters surface. Giant Leather Fern looks almost prehistoric on either side.
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![]() Exhibit Room |
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The Nature Center
Building has an Assembly Hall, Ampitheater, and Exhibit Room. Live snakes
and small animals are on display. Plenty of educational material and books
are also available. |
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