Tour Overview
Explore the world of shellfish and shellfisheries on this walking tour of historic Cedar Key!
The uniqueness of the beautiful coastal village of Cedar Key and its cultural heritage is ready to be discovered! The Big Bend Shellfish Trail guides you through points of interest where you can learn about Florida shellfish, aquaculture, marine environments and how you can protect the water quality that makes shellfish thrive!
Learn more about where to eat and where to buy local shellfish. Keep an eye out for the many areas along the trail where you can view working waterfronts of shellfish farmers/fishermen and beautiful coastal landscapes and vistas. It’s all waiting for you to explore!
Upload your photos using the tag #floridashellfishtrail and share what you are learning as you visit communities along the trail.
Stops
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Stop 1: Big Bend Shellfish Trail Kiosk
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Stop 2: What is that Boat? Kiosk
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Stop 3: Clam Aquaculture and Oyster Kiosks
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Stop 4: Horseshoe crab kiosk
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Stop 5: Stone and Blue Crabs
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Stop 6: Seafood Processing kiosk
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Stop 7: Ancient Peoples Kiosk and Shell Mound Observation Deck
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Stop 8: UF Shellfish Aquaculture Research and Education Facility
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Stop 9: Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce
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