Mangrove Boardwalk Re Opens

We are happy to announce that this stunning boardwalk trail through one of nature’s marvels – mangroves, all 1,537 feet of it, is now open and ready to explore.

After many months of reconstruction, involving 100 foot cranes, 2 built on site work barges, many truckloads of building materials, and a dedicated work crew, it is now complete.

“Mangroves are one of the largest and most important ecosystems we protect and now visitors can experience them up close in a whole new way”, said Park Manager Shane Zigler. “I’m excited about the interpretive opportunities this boardwalk will bring and the simple joy of walking it throughout the year. It’s another way we can connect people to resource based recreation while showcasing the natural beauty and ecological importance of these mangroves”, he continued.

The Mangrove boardwalk was a pet project of John Pennekamp Jr., son of our namesake. Three of his adult children were on hand to dedicate the opening in early December.