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Lyonia Preserve trail map

Click the numbered locations on the map for specific information.

5. Catch a wave
These sandy hills are very similar to the sand dunes along the Atlantic Ocean. Wind and water formed both areas. For much of its geologic history, Florida has been underwater. Climatic changes have caused wideranging movement of Florida's coastline. Between the ice ages approximately 2 million years ago, the sea level was higher and a central ridge was all that was left above water. These sandy hills are the remains of dunes that formed along that ancient coastline.

 

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