About Crane Point Hammock & Nature Centre
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Crane Point Hammock & Nature Center in Marathon, USA, offers a serene tropical escape on 63 acres of hardwood hammock in the Florida Keys. Shaded trails and boardwalks meander through mangrove tunnels, lush canopies, and coastal ecosystems, creating a peaceful atmosphere perfect for unwinding amid nature's embrace and ocean vistas.
The museum showcases a 600-year-old dugout canoe, pirate ship remnants, and a simulated coral reef cave, alongside exhibits on native inhabitants, explorers, and Keys wildlife like Key Deer, turtles, and snakes. Families enjoy the outdoor children's area with a pirate ship playset, touch tanks, and iguana enclosure. Highlights include kayak and snorkeling rentals for bay explorations, prime birdwatching spots, and the Marathon Wild Bird Center rehabilitating injured seabirds. Pet-friendly with leashed animals welcome, plus a gift shop stocked with tropical souvenirs, nature-themed games, and jewelry.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Thursday · today
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Friday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Saturday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 17:00
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