 | Description | Orlando Wetlands is a nature preserve located in Christmas, Florida (between Orlando and Cocoa Beach). It’s a fun place to hike and photograph all the typical Florida marsh species. |
| Photography Advice | Take the longest lens that you’re willing to carry on a hike. You’ll likely walk several miles. Also carry a wide-angle lens for sunrise. |
| When to Go | Winter and springtime (closed Mondays) |
| Species Photographed (3) | Belted Kingfisher, Black-and-white Warbler, Vermilion Flycatcher |
| Website | https://www.orlando.gov/Parks-the-Environment/Directory/Wetlands-Park |
| eBird | https://ebird.org/hotspot/L452007 |
| Google Map | Click here to view Google Map |
| Trail Map | Trail Map |
October 24, 2012 - While I waited patiently (or impatiently!) for the Vermillion Flycatcher to come closer at Orlando Wetlands, one bird decided to cooperate with me. This Black-and-White Warbler hopped into a pine tree right in front of me. She perched for just a second and then flew away. These little guys are very good at helping me […]
October 23, 2012 - Yesterday I posted a picture of a clump of Cypress trees with two birds. If you missed the red dot, don’t feel badly…that’s how I felt when I got my first glimpse of a Vermilion Flycatcher at Orlando Wetlands this weekend. The other bird in the shot was a Belted Kingfisher. There are lots of […]