Churchhouse Hammock Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park — Attraction in Crystal River

When our office moved to Meadowcrest I went looking for a new place to walk on my lunch break. These trails are short enough to get in and out in time to get back to work. I was very disappointed that the marsh overlook is blocked off with a traffic barricade and looks like it has been for a long time. There are a few spots that are very wet, almost not passable without losing a shoe or venturing off trail to find firmer ground,but I don't mind. I...

Great little trail that is very easy to explore and find. Most of the trail is wooden boardwalk with plenty of benches to sit and relax. At the end of the trail, there's a great view of the estuary and gulf hammock. Definitely wild Florida. Expect to spend no more than an hour on the walk, unless you really take your time. Perfect birdwatching location - and can be easily experienced by the handicapped, the elderly,...

they took down most of the boardwalk and park benches there is only one bench now and it is at the begining of the walk, would be nice to have more benches, you can either take a short hike or a long one other than that they made new trails they are wide all in all a nice hike. If you make it to the end I included photos of the boardwalk at the end...