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Largo Central Park Nature Preserve

150 Highland Ave. SE
Largo FL
Phone: 727-518-3047
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Hours of Operation:
7 am to 6 pm

Largo Central Park Nature Preserve is a 31-acre nature park virtually surrounded by water. The park is home to hundreds of wildlife species for viewing. Over 130 species of birds, otters, red fox, American alligator, marsh rabbits, wild turkey, and bats all feed or live within the park. A 5-mile kayak/canoe route begins at the park and ends at Park Boulevard. Catch and release fishing is allowed at the park. Over 40 interpretive displays educate visitors on the wildlife at the park.

Facilities include:

  • Interpretive kiosk
  • 2-story observation tower
  • Boardwalks
  • Canoe/kayak route
  • Restroom facilities
  • 3/4 mile asphalt, walk, bike, skate trail
  • Native wildflower plantings, mixed hardwood swamp
  • YMCA butterfly garden
  • Guided nature walks, call 518-3047 to schedule for groups of 10 or more
Amenities
  • Parking Areas
  • Restrooms
  • Trails