Natural Resources

Conservation Charlotte

Shell Creek Preserve

Shell Creek Preserve is a 370 acres preserve consisting of cypress lined creek banks, xeric hammock, small areas of mesic hammock, scrub, depressional marshes and large areas of longleaf pine dominated mesic flatwoods. Shell Creek preserve provides visitors the opportunity to observe the birds and wildlife while canoeing on the creek that runs through the center of the park.

Directions:

4334 Nellis Lane, Punta Gorda, Florida
Take Highway 17 north; Turn right on Washington Loop Road; Turn onto Trails End Road; Follow signs to the Shell Creek Preserve.

Amenities

  • Birding
  • Nature Preserve
  • Nature/Walking Trail
  • Parking
Location Map  |  Trail Map (17MB)  |  Fact Sheet

 

To learn more about the Conservation Charlotte program: call 941.613-3220 and ask for Natural Resources Division, or send us an email.

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For more information
Natural Resources
2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd
Port Charlotte, FL 33952-5209
941.613.3220
email: AndyStevens@charlottefl.com

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Shell Creek Site Video

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Shell Creek 2

Shell Creek 3

Shell Creek 4

Photos by Kristy Hanlon
Videos by Paul Schumaker