Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area
U.S. conservation area in Florida
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The Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area (EMCA) is a 7,089-acre (28.69 km2) U.S. conservation area administered by the St. Johns River Water Management District in Florida. It is to the east of the Lake Griffin State Park, and covers parts of Lake and Marion counties. In December 1974, it was designated a National Natural Landmark. [1][2][3][4]
LocationLake / Marion counties, Florida, USA
NearestcityLisbon, Florida
Coordinates28°58′1.46″N 81°48′13.88″W
Area7,089 acres (2,869 ha)
| Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area | |
|---|---|
Looking west from Emeralda Island Road | |
  Location in Florida | |
| Location | Lake / Marion counties, Florida, USA |
| Nearest city | Lisbon, Florida |
| Coordinates | 28°58′1.46″N 81°48′13.88″W |
| Area | 7,089 acres (2,869 ha) |
| Established | 1974 |
| Governing body | Florida Department of Environmental Protection |
| Designated | December 1974 |
It is one of the sites along the Great Florida Birding Trail.[5]
