Yamato Scrub Natural Area

A 217-acre natural area atop the Atlantic Coastal Ridge in Boca Raton, Yamato Scrub protects the largest chunk of native scrub habitat found this far south in Florida. Walking the northernmost trails in this preserve, you forget you’re in a very industrial part of Boca Raton, especially when you keep spotting wildlife. As you follow the trail system south, the outside world intrudes. With five district habitats to explore and a variety of cross-trails to create longer and shorter loops, you can choose the difficulty and distance of your hike.