Shell Mound Campground - Cedar Key, FL
Shell Mound County Park Campground - Cedar Key, Florida - March 10, 2017
Off The Beaten Path Shell Mound Campground
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Shell Mound near Cedar Key, Florida
Shell Mound near Cedar Key, Florida, is an aboriginal shell mound that covers about an acre. There is a nature trail surrounding it, and at one point, there is a nice view that looks out over the estuary & islands.
The mound is estimated to have been started about 6,000 years ago, so it is a very old mound that had long periods of habitation. The main part was constructed, it is estimated, from 2500 BC to 1000 AD.
There are native plants that the aboriginal people would have used, that have been planted around the mound, like Youpon Holly and Coontie.
I was lucky at this visit, that the bugs were not bad. Other visits here, the mosquitoes and deer flies / yellow flies have chased me back in the car before getting out on the trail!
Fantastic, Cheap, Waterfront Campground Cedar Key Florida | Wow!
As we continue to travel north up the Gulf coast of Florida we find two awesome, small, quaint towns... Homosassa and Cedar Key. We continue to be amazed at the places our Travato 59K camper van takes us. We just find a back road and take it and see where it ends up. That’s not something you can do in a bigger RV. We found the neatest country campground in Cedar Key... Shell Mound Campground. Wow! On the water with hookups for $20 per night!
Help us find other places like this! What campgrounds have you found in Florida that you love, love, love?
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This place is awesome if you are looking for a quiet, laid back vacation to relax, enjoy nature and just take it easy in the beauty of the Florida Gulf Coast. Fishing, crabbing, kayaking and nature watching are just some of the things to keep your days busy or just read a book, whatever.
Cindy and I loved this little piece of paradise.
Cedar Key is a city in Levy County, Florida, United States. The population was 790 at the 2000 census. According to the U.S Census estimates of 2005, the city had a population of 958. The Cedar Keys are a cluster of islands near the mainland. Most of the developed area of the city has been on Way Key since the end of the 19th century. The Cedar Keys are named for the Eastern Red Cedar, Juniperus virginiana, once abundant in the area.
While evidence suggests human occupation as far back as 500 BC, the first maps of the area date to 1542, when it was labeled Las Islas Sabines by a Spanish cartographer. An archaeological dig at Shell Mound, 9 miles (14 km) north of Cedar Key, found artifacts dating back to 500 BC in the top 10 feet (3.0 m) of the 28-foot-tall (8.5 m) mound. The only ancient burial found in Cedar Key was a 2,000-year-old skeleton found in 1999.
Arrow heads and spear points dating from the Paleo period (12,000 years old) were collected by Cedar Key historian St. Clair Whitman and are displayed at the Cedar Key Museum State Park.
The Cedar Keys were used by Seminole Indians, by the Spanish as a watering stop for ships returning to Spain from Mexico, and by pirates, such as Jean Lafitte and Captain Kidd.
Shell Mound Cedar Key Florida
Native American settlement 6000 thousand years old ,and made out of shell fish that is 28 ft above sea level and five acres in size
Shell Mound Kayak Trip 7 3 17
Took the kayaks and the drone out to Cedar Key at the Shell Mound boat launch. Did some aerial recon with the drone to plot our course around some islands in the Gulf of Mexico. Nice day to be on the water but it was a hot one and little to no wind. So much for Brad's sail! LOL
Kayak Fishing at shellmound Cedarkey fl
Just a nice, relaxing video of my day fishing. Nice music in the background, and very little excitement to be honest. I just had fun putting this together.
Got a new camera and decided to put it through its paces
Cedar Key FL. Seahorse Landing Unit 103 32625
Enjoy a bird's eye view of the Open Gulf from this top floor end unit.
To the west view the sun setting over Piney Pt. and the Gulf beyond from the large wrap around balcony.
This condo is meticulously furnished with fine art, plush bedding and quality crafted furnishings. The kitchen offers all the tools for a quick breakfast or a gourmet dinner. No smoking or pets permitted, sleeps 4-king in the master, queen in the 2nd bedroom
At Seahorse Landing you can expect breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico from all of our luxury two bedroom condominiums. Spectacular sunsets are common place from your condo balcony. Each of our 15 beautifully furnished units has a large private balcony, a fully equipped kitchen, 2 baths, washer/dryer and free WIFI. All you need to bring is your suitcase, groceries and an island state of mind.
Love boating and fishing? Seahorse landing's boat dock and pier are exclusively for the use of our guests. If birding is your passion, guests have reported over 60 species of birds observed from their condos.
Cedar Key is one of Florida's best kept treasures, located in Florida's longest undeveloped stretch of coastline, often called the Hidden Coast. When you cross the bridges leading into the Cedar Keys you will be instantly transported into a state of utter tranquility. You want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Cedar Key is the place to be. Boasting some of the best fishing spots around and enough wildlife to keep you in awe for hours, Cedar Key is a rare part of Florida that is still rich in natural beauty and a perfect specimen of what the Sunshine State used to be.
Explore our unique and historic seaside community by foot, boat, bike or golf cart. Visit the museums, art galleries and shops. Fish from the city pier, your own boat or hire one of the excellent local guides. Dine on Cedar Key clams, oysters, stone crab and fresh fish among other delightful cuisine at a local restaurant. Walk the shores, paddle the waters, bike the trails, enjoy...
Seahorse Landing All Condos Are 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Fully furnished All condos have An unobstructed view of the beach Call today to Book Your next Getaway
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Aerial Tour of Florida's Hidden Coast - Cedar Key to Steinhatchee, 6-5-18
Aerial Tour of the Hidden Coast - June 5, 2018 Cedar Key, Suwannee, Horseshoe Beach, Jena, Steinhatchee with photos of Crystal River and places inbetween.
Organized by Ben West, armed with cameras and a plane on loan from Keith Baird, Pilot Bruce Brown and Cameraman Jeff Cary took flight for a one hour tour... turned to a three hour tour due to too much fun... to shoot photos and video of the Gulf Coast from Crystal River to Steinhatchee and back to Ocala International Airport.
We checked the deserted islands for any sign of the Minnow, the mate, a mighty sailing man, the skipper, brave and sure, and their five passengers who set sail for a three hour tour... extended to three seasons 1964-1967. Looks like they made it home safe without us.
We may have to make a rerun three years from now. Meanwhile, enjoy the view! Share with your friends. It really was an eye-opening experience to see what all my favorite places look like from above.
(We shot a total of 54 minutes of video and 384 photos. This is a 3 1/2 minute sample. For custom photo/video contact me at Jeff.Cary@CaryOnDestinations.com, 352-440-2056)
Historic Shiloh Cemetery | Cedar Key, Florida ✝ ????
As we were in Rosewood down the road in the next town of Sumner lies Shiloh Cemetery where many of the residents of the 1923 massacre lie .
We explored the cemetery but only found John Wrights .
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Shell Mound Trail
Welcome to the largest remaining midden in Florida, an imposing pile of oyster shells swaddled in forest and overlooking the spot where the Suwannee River flows into the Gulf. Part of Lower Suwannee NWR, north of Cedar Key.
Cedar Key, Anglers RV
We were here in November 2012
CANOE FISHING SHELL MOUND/SUWANNEE
fishing and canoeing at shell mound and the lower suwannee refuge. canoeing the tidal creeks of the gulf of mexico
Cedar Key RV Resort
The Cedar Key RV Resort is an RV resort and campground located less than 10 minutes from historic Cedar Key, Florida. With large and heavily wooded lots, averaging 45x80 ft in size or larger, RV owners and campers will enjoy only the best features including lots with paved roads, concrete patios, wireless internet, a Beautiful heated pool, Cable TV and full hookups with 30-50 amps.
Pets are always welcome at the Cedar Key RV Resort and we have a special dog park. What you won't find are traffic jams, red lights, franchises or high rises! Our focus is your peace and tranquility while you stay with us.
Please Contact us for sales information in addition to our fine rentals
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our family trip to cedar key ~ january fifth ~ song: riptide by vance joy
Remnants of a Shell Mound in Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge
I found these remnants from a Shell Midden Mound in Lower Suwannee NWR. There are many of these around here as the area is rich in Native American Indian History. This one may have been much larger at one time.
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