Wakodahatchee Wetlands

Free Palm Beach County water-utility wetland with a three-quarter-mile boardwalk over open water.

A constructed wetland with a boardwalk, benches and shaded gazebos, free to enter and open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. More than 178 bird species have been recorded, with wading birds and alligators easy to spot. No pets, food or biking. Palm Beach County usually schedules an annual maintenance closure in October or November, so check the county page before going.