Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Boca Raton
Facts and practical information
The Gumbo Limbo Environmental Complex, commonly known as the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, is a nature center operated by the city of Boca Raton, Florida in conjunction with the Friends of Gumbo Limbo and the Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District, and located at 1801 N. Ocean Blvd. in Boca Raton. Gumbo Limbo sits on twenty acres of protected barrier island, the area between the Intracoastal and the Atlantic Ocean. It is on land which is part of the beachfront-to-intracoastal Red Reef Park, though Gumbo Limbo does not have land directly on the beach. Its name comes from the popular name of the Bursera simaruba tree species, which is abundant in the park. ()
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Mizner Park, Boca Raton Museum of Art, Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum, Boca Raton Old City Hall.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Gumbo Limbo Nature Center open?
- Monday 9 am - 4 pm
- Tuesday 9 am - 4 pm
- Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm
- Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
- Friday 9 am - 4 pm
- Saturday 9 am - 4 pm
- Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm