Robinson Preserve

Bradenton, Florida: Located in northwestern Bradenton, Robinson Preserve is a 487 acre wetland preserve that provides great outdoor recreational activities while helping to preserve the delicate ecosystem.

The parcel of land that is now the preserve was once slated to become a 400 home golf course community. Seeing the importance of property to the local ecosystem, Manatee County approached the owner and developer of the property and purchased the property in 2003.

Work then began to restore the land to its natural state. Manatee County sought help from various state and local agencies to help remove the exotic plant species and develop and plan for preservation of park.

Today the restoration project is nearly completed and the land is thriving. Native plants and animals are doing well in the preserve and the waterways are now some of the best in the area.

Robinson Preserve offers plenty of activities to help you get out and enjoy the great outdoors. There are miles of hiking/biking trails, kayak/canoe trails, fishing areas and plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities. There is a 40-foot observation tower, picnic pavilion and a visitor’s center to help enhance the experience.

The park is managed by the Manatee County Natural Resources Department and is one of several preserves in their system. The park is open daily and there is no charge to visit.

Click on the photo above to view pictures from Robinson Preserve.

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