Pelicans...

Pelicans posing perilously close to the periphery of the pier. Photo by Lois Anne.

Waiting for takeoff

Photo by Lois Anne.

The Captain's Table or something...

At the time Lois Anne captured this shot, the building at the left was known as The Captain's Table.  For many years, this restaurant/bar served residents and visitors of Cedar Key.  Something happened.  The Captain's Table or at least the name disappeared.  Some time later it was reincarnated as The Rusty Rim and Coconuts (also a restaurant and bar).  Then it burned down.  On our last visit to Cedar Key it was being rebuilt. 

We liked it best when it was still The Captain's Table; when, on several occasions, we sat out on that pier savoring frozen margaritas as the heat of the day met the cool, cool, cool of the evening.

Cedar Key a Biker Haven

Cedar Key is located 24 miles west of the last main north-south highway in central Florida. It's a nice ride. Nothing but a couple of little towns and a few small businesses until you arrive on the bridge that leads you onto the island that is Cedar Key. Motorcycle riders love it and you'll often find Cedar Key full of bikes, mostly Harley Davidson's.

Rains Cottage on the main drag

House on G Street

Photo by Lois Anne.

Sunset by Lois

Please notice the pole. Hurricanes have hit Cedar Key at various times down through the years. The maximum sea level thus far has been 12 feet. Thus new homes in Cedar Key must be built on stilts so that the water can rush underneath the structure without washing it away.

Boats afloat

Photo by Lois Anne.

Rock-a-my soul in the priceless waters...

Photo by Lois Anne.

Pelican balancing act

The Black Dog Bar & Tables

The Black Dog, located on the Dock, is a bar featuring fine wines, beer and cigars! You're welcome to come in, have a drink and a smoke and enjoy the water view.

There is more information here.

An old pier in sepia

I took this shot about 3 years ago; and may have posted it then. But it's one of my favorites, so I'm posting it for what may be the 2nd time.

Cedar Keys Emporium

Kayaking

Biker heaven

For some reason, bikers are drawn to Cedar Key. At certain times of the year the place is awash in leather and steel and the deep-throated roar of Harley Hogs fills the air for miles.

Shower and rinse on the beach

Back bay canal home on stilts

Young artists at work Cedar Key

Back bay

Low Key on Cedar Key