Wakodahatchee Wetlands

Category: Park in Delray Beach, Florida

Address: 13270 Jog Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33484, USA

Phone: +15614936000

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–7PM

Monday: 7AM–7PM

Tuesday: 7AM–7PM

Wednesday: 7AM–7PM

Thursday: 7AM–7PM

Friday: 7AM–7PM

Saturday: 7AM–7PM

Reviews

Operations Manager

Jul 3, 2022

The wetlands is a free resources that all ages can enjoy. Bring a hat, water, juice, a stroller if you have kids. No bicycles allowed. There are some shaded areas but if it’s hot out prepare to get a lot of sun. Lots of birds, Lizards and alligators. There are educational writings about each bird that is in the wetlands. It’s beautiful nature with a lot of sounds of birds and visuals for kids If you or a consumer or the owner and like this review you could say thank by following me on Google reviews and liking this post…. ……. Have The best day ever. .. If you or a consumer or the owner and like this review you could say thank by following me on Google reviews and liking this post…. ……. Have The best day ever. ..

Cristian Carrasco

Jan 23, 2022

I loved this. Man they have an alligator that is massive. I don't know what he's eating but this thing is eating real good. It's a nice walk and pretty scenery. We got to see a hawk caught a large lizard and ate it.

Elizabeth Hadden

Jan 23, 2022

These wetlands make you feel like you’re transported far from the hustle and bustle. They’re a quick walk with the easy to maneuver boardwalk. There are also small shaded areas throughout but overall you’re out in the sun here so bring sunscreen. There are tons of birds to see in the trees, flying overhead, wading, and even swimming underwater. Keep your eyes peeled for different animals such as fish and turtles all around too. You’ll see plenty of people with binoculars and professional cameras capturing close ups of the birds, but there are plenty that can be seen without any special equipment. It’s seriously impressive how many birds are here to be seen! Parking can be tough on the weekends but they had attendants ensuring spots got filled as they opened up. There’s free parking and some minimally maintained bathrooms.

Mellissa Cooper

Dec 24, 2021

Thoroughly enjoyed our walk along the boardwalk. It was an oasis of calm on a sunny day. We spotted iguanas, alligators and various species of birds along our walk. Entry to the wetlands is free and would appeal to nature and bird lovers. A great afternoon out for both the young and old with accessible access for those in wheelchairs.

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Questions & Answers

When will Wakodahachee reopen?

Georgette Rocheleau | Aug 27, 2020
helen meshel | Oct 31, 2021

I just called today Oct 21, 2021 and was told it is closed till Oct 29 2021, when it will reopen.

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Is there any charge To get in

Helvi Niemela | Aug 28, 2018
Marsha Montoya | Aug 28, 2018

Go late afternoon. Less cares. More parking. And watch the sunset over the Wetlands.

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If it is wheelchair accessible, then I would imagine it is motor scooter available

Debra Sue | Aug 27, 2020
Katie G. | Aug 27, 2020

Yes. You are correct

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Are dogs allowed?

Criss Gaetano | Aug 28, 2019
Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2019

Gatorbait!!!!! However ive seen irresponsible pet owners take advantage od emotional support and or service animal without proof Usually a baby carriage will work for your ilegal endeavor But its only a boardwalk it gets really hot a times so your pet will not enjoy I elaborated response due to the frequency of this question Good luck 🚧🚔🚧🚔🚧🚔😇🙀🙀

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Is it wheelchair accessible

Maurice Bowie | Aug 28, 2019
Wes Brown | Aug 28, 2019

Yes

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Is the park kids friendly?

Charu Khanna | Aug 28, 2018
Venkata Ramana | Aug 28, 2018

This is not a park. It's a nesting place for many birds. Alligators, bees are amongst others. There's a wooden bridge to walk around and watch. Yes, kids friendly. Binoculars comes in handy.

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Is it accessible to wheel chairs?

Karen OConnor | Aug 28, 2018
Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2018

Its the perfect place for disabled people like me to get some fresh air its also has gazebos that provide shade Bring a hat and sunblock anyway its a little piece of heaven There are other places nearby like green cay and rigth by bedners market Enjoy a nice day out Its now called ECOTHERAPHY google it

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Are the iguanas now in Wakodahattche destroying plant life, tree tops, and eating bird eggs? I was disturbed at my last visit to see so many non-native iguanas.

Becky Wenninger | Aug 28, 2018
rochelle berkeley | Aug 28, 2018

As far as I know of it's not because of the iguanas but because of the hurricane. Also the cold weather. But I could be wrong

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There are no signs of closure tomorrow it will be open

Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2018
Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2018

Just left there is always a pleasure😎😇use bathroom before arrival on holidays Walgreens near by😰😨😌

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Has anyone noticed the water at Wakodahatchee? The water is much dirtier than last year? Also in one part of the wetlands, we noticed green water!?.

Peg Heichman | Aug 28, 2018
Louis Rainer | Aug 28, 2018

Sounds like water from canals, could be from storms

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Do I need to pay for a ticket to visit the museum

حسام جرامشة | Dec 30, 2021
Tito Morales | Dec 30, 2021

No it's free

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What are the Sunday hours?

Marilyn Carter | Nov 30, 2021
Wakodahatchee Wetlands | Nov 30, 2021

Hello, the hours are 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday through Saturday!

Can you bring a dog in a leash???

jackie hynd | Aug 28, 2019
Alan Kivaev | Aug 28, 2019

No pets allowed, sorry. There is someone there monitoring who comes in and out as well

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Can we bring dog ?

Caroline Blouin | Aug 28, 2019
Sam Coston | Aug 28, 2019

Don't bring the dog. It is a wildlife habitat.

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can you ride bicycles?

Jim Hayes | Aug 28, 2018
Christopher Moss | Aug 28, 2018

Unfortunately no

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When is bird nesting season here.

Chana Cohen | Aug 28, 2018
Bill Meier | Aug 28, 2019

To clarify "now" it is generally late February. We were there in early February and the storks were on the nests. Online info gave the time frame I mentioned.

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Can I bring my service dog?

Monica Kreischer | Aug 28, 2018
Paula Kenny | Aug 28, 2018

I've seen service dogs there before so it should be fine.

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Are the woodstorks there yet?

linda cooper | Aug 28, 2018
Md. Rubel Howlader | Aug 28, 2018

Yes

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Is the wakodahatchee wetland boardwalk open on thanksgiving day?

Emily Sampson | Aug 28, 2018
Jordan | Aug 28, 2018

Yes, the boardwalk is open dusk to dawn daily.

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Where is the parking area?

Jessica Ching | Aug 28, 2018
Louis Rainer | Aug 28, 2018

Yes there are 2 free areas to park

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Can we bring dogs?

Angelica Salinas | Aug 28, 2018
Lenin Rincon | Aug 28, 2018

No pets allowed sorry

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Are you allowed to use flash photography at wakodahatchee

cindy sprott | Oct 31, 2021
Wakodahatchee Wetlands | Oct 31, 2021

Yes! We just ask that you be respectful of the wildlife.

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when is wakodahatchee closing for maintenance?

Susan Bell | Oct 31, 2021
Javier Carretero | Oct 31, 2021

Oct 11th - Oct 29th

Is it open on Easter?

alison masch | Aug 27, 2021
Crusty Dog | Aug 27, 2021

I don't know. They do have a few personnel that work there. They were open on Sunday the last time I went there, but they may not be open on Easter Sunday because of the personnel. They do have gates that can leave you locked out when the place is closed.

Do you need a mask

Maithe Hernandez Osborne | Aug 27, 2021
Nayo Safiyah | Aug 27, 2021

Yes u need your mask or you are not allowed in. Please stay safe while you are there.

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can you bring a doz

Louis Moss | Aug 27, 2021
Sarah Mucha | Aug 27, 2021

No, no pets allowed here.

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Is it a limited number of people. Are they mandated to wear masks?

j j scotti | Aug 27, 2021
Wakodahatchee Wetlands | Aug 27, 2021

There is a limited number of parking spaces, and once those are full, cars will be instructed to wait for the next available space to park. Different times of day, and weather conditions can allow for different numbers of visitors. Current visitor rules as follows are posted at the entrance to the boardwalk: Maintain 6 ft. social distance, Masks required, No camera setups/tripods under gazebos, follow all directional/ one-way walking signs. We hope you enjoy your visit.

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Does the entrance cost?

Paula Andújar Soto | Aug 27, 2021
Wakodahatchee Wetlands | Aug 27, 2021

This site is free and open to the public. Currently there are no restroom facilities available. Bring your own water, Masks are required. Signs are posted at the entrance. We hope you enjoy your visit!

Hi, please tell me, at What period of the year(wich month-s) are the birds with new born, nidification?

herberouge1 | Aug 27, 2020
John Duckworth | Aug 27, 2020

I would imagine that occurs most likely in the springtime months. Which is also the start of Hurricane season so you may want to take that into account if you dont live locally

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Is it open Christmas day

JC Mendez | Aug 27, 2020
M S | Aug 27, 2020

Maybe best to look for the phone number for Palm Beach County water utilities and call them to ask to get correct information. The website says nothing about being closed on Christmas but safer to call. Enjoy.

What is the name of the tree growing in the water that is bearing fruit.

Larry Wolverton | Aug 28, 2019
Anthony Joffe | Aug 28, 2019

Pond apple

What is the best time in June to see the birds returning to their nests ?

Jane Booth | Aug 28, 2019
upthecreek | Aug 28, 2019

We were there the last week in April and saw many babies.

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Is wakodahatchee open today,Memorial Day?

STACIE LEE | Aug 28, 2019
Daniel Itzcovich | Aug 28, 2019

Yes, I think so

Is the park open on Easter Sunday??

Gail Harty | Aug 28, 2019
ELiane Bacoyanis (ELLY) | Aug 28, 2019

Didn't see anything announcing closing, maybe toilets are closed, though.

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Is it true that many baby birds died here in the last week

Judith Shneyer | Aug 28, 2019
Wakodahatchee Wetlands | Aug 28, 2019

Some hatchlings did not make it after several days of heavy heavy rains and wind. There are several regular wildlife photographers that visit Wakodahatchee daily, and they also posted this info on their photo blogs. There are plenty of live babies and lots of activity.

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Can you fish in Wakodahatchee

Terry Allen | Aug 28, 2019
Wakodahatchee Wetlands | Aug 28, 2019

Fishing or any active sporting activities are not permitted at Wakodahatchee. It is a natural wetlands with wildlife habitat and a boardwalk for walking and passive enjoyment of the scenery only. Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation department has several sites where fishing is permitted.

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Are small dogs allowed?

Mel Dishowitz | Aug 28, 2019
Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2019

Gatorbait BIG NO NO🚧🚔🚧🚔🚧🚔🙀 You may get away w stroller and service emotional dog but its pushing your luck

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Are dogs allowed?

Joshua Herschberg | Aug 28, 2019
Kenny Geist | Aug 28, 2019

No dogs or pets allowed

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How much for admission

Shelly Nemoyten | Aug 28, 2019
Mathieu Blouin | Aug 28, 2019

Totally free

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Where do we park when we visit the wetlands?

Hindie Weissman | Aug 28, 2019
Amy Morrison | Aug 28, 2019

They have two parking lots on- site. One small one and a larger overflow parking lot a little farther from the boardwalk.

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Are there walking paths as well as a boardwalk or is the boardwalk all there is?

Sue Herman-Landau | Aug 28, 2019
Matthew Betts | Aug 28, 2019

You have to walk on the boardwalk. There are alligators in the water.

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Is Wakodahatche wetlands open Christmas Day?

David Hoffman | Aug 28, 2019
Michael Smith | Aug 28, 2019

Yup

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Can you paddle a canoe or kayak hete?

Steve Shapiro | Aug 28, 2019
Joyce Munic | Aug 28, 2019

No. You walk on a board walk over the wetlands. A place to see wildlife

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How long is the loop?

favio usuga | Aug 28, 2019
Howard Raymond Dobin | Aug 28, 2019

3/4 of a mile.

Best time to visit?

Patrick Broderick | Aug 28, 2019
Sam Coston | Aug 28, 2019

For bird watching I normally go at sunrise. After 10 you may have trouble finding a parking spot. No pets.

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Can you bring your dog?

Jimmy DiSciascio | Aug 28, 2019
Michael Freedman | Aug 28, 2019

Not here.

Is bird sanctuary open today?

Rupa Parmar | Aug 28, 2019
nick pettas | Aug 28, 2019

For a shower

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Why was Wakodahatchee closed today? There was no sign with an explanation. Thank you.

Wendy Latman | Aug 28, 2019
Jessica Murk | Aug 28, 2019

They are closed for restorations. I believe they are re-opening next week.

Where to eat?

REGINA FERRARI | Aug 28, 2018
Sam Coston | Aug 28, 2018

You might want to eat closer to town. This is a residential area. There is an place called Coral Cafe near there that I saw on the map, however, I haven't tried it. Google maps says there's an Applebee's close. Hit the restaurants link.

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Can you fish ?

Anthony Maldonado | Aug 28, 2018
curt meyer | Aug 28, 2018

No

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Are you open on July 4th 2018

Nina M | Aug 28, 2018
Joe Kay | Aug 28, 2018

I suggest calling the Delray Beach police. They will know.

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When are storks leaving?

Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2018
Mitchell Ezrin | Aug 28, 2018

When they are good and ready.

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Do you see many snakes here.

Carol B | Aug 28, 2018
Barb Fernandez | Aug 28, 2018

I've seen them swimming in the water, never on the boardwalk.

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Is there a campground nearby?

r Spencer | Aug 28, 2018
Sam cracchiolo jr | Aug 28, 2018

No

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Are there any bathrooms?

Gary Lehman | Aug 28, 2018
Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2018

They are clean at least mens bath your regular state park restroom not the ritz carlton open only during park hours and even if boardwalk is open bathrooms maynot beware dont feed the wildlife 😀🇺🇸😇 They face handicapped parking spaces in the utility storage bldg Ask the guard if any questions

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Does it have a walking trails with workout stations to stop at?

PJ Jimenez | Aug 28, 2018
D weaver | Aug 28, 2018

No just a board walk for viewing wildlife

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What is the price please

Real Gagnon | Aug 28, 2018
Robert Duhaime | Aug 28, 2018

Freely

are dogs allowed?

Michael Fella | Aug 28, 2018
Peggy Cannell | Aug 28, 2018

No

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Does Wakodahatchee stay open an hour later in daylight savings time after March 11, 2018?

ETANA FINKLER | Aug 28, 2018
Philip Coccari | Aug 28, 2018

They're only open till sunset

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Is this park dog friendly?

Christina Gillis | Aug 28, 2018
Yosef K | Aug 28, 2018

It is posted no dogs, however I am sure that the alligators wouldn't mind

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Why do you close so early? Would be nice to see this place again at sunset.

apatahunga | Aug 28, 2018
Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2018

Go to Billy swamp safari rent a hut and make some smores with the gators😀 Kidding aside it is safety issue

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Is there WIFI at the wetlands

Garth Been | Aug 28, 2018
Louis Rainer | Aug 28, 2018

Possible near the entrance

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what species of birds do you have at your wetlands

Johnson Hale | Aug 28, 2018
Doug Chuka | Aug 28, 2018

Tons and tons of birds!

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what are your hour Christmas eve and Christmas day?

Hilton Schwartz | Aug 28, 2018
Romulo Chavez | Aug 28, 2018

Im on my way now they will be open tomorrow😇

Is Wakodahatchee open on New Years Day?

Nicholas Martin | Aug 28, 2018
Louis Rainer | Aug 28, 2018

The boardwalk is open, but I don't think the restrooms are. I believe that the boardwalk is open every day.it should be a wonderful way to greet the new year

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are the wetlands preserve open christmas day

Sally Epstein | Aug 28, 2018
Louis Rainer | Aug 28, 2018

Only the boardwalk

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Any idea when it will reopen and how extensive the damage was caused by Irma?

Larry Goodson | Aug 28, 2018
Lenin Rincon | Aug 28, 2018

Is going to reopen this coming weekend, and the damage is minimum just a few trees down

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