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Accommodations, Birding & Wildlife Viewing, Boating & Fishing, Campgrounds, Nature & Outdoors, Parks, Turtle/Manatee Viewing, Water Sports

Long Point Park & Campground
  • Located in beautiful Melbourne Beach, Florida, Long Point Park & Campground is an 84.5 acre conservation area located on an actual island in the Indian River Lagoon in close proximity to the Sebastian Inlet marine ecosystems and the Atlantic Ocean. Fisherman appreciate the campsites positioned along the shoreline of the…

Beaches, Surfing, Things to Do, Water Sports

Spanish House
  • Located at the first parking area and beach access north of Sebastian Inlet, the Spanish House earns a spot on the top ten list of great places to surf on Florida’s Space Coast. Spanish House has been a popular surfing spot since the heydays of early east coast surfing, and…

Birding & Wildlife Viewing, Family Fun, Nature & Outdoors, Parks, Things to Do, Trails

Maritime Hammock Sanctuary
  • The Maritime Hammock Sanctuary is in the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge west of A1A on the barrier island. This 150-acre sanctuary features a hiking trail with 2 bridges, boardwalk over wetland areas, and an observation deck over a marsh pond. Visitors experience a variety of protected barrier island habitats:…

Golf, Things to Do

Spessard Holland Golf Course – Melbourne Beach
  • Designed by Arnold Palmer Enterprises, Spessard Holland Golf Course is an extremely popular par 67 executive course that offers an oasis of golfing pleasure between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon. While playing at Spessard Holland, you’ll find enjoyable play energized by ocean breezes. Tips for all level…

Accommodations, Hotels

Blue View Inn
  • The Blue View Inn is a fully remodeled oceanfront resort located in Melbourne Beach, Florida just north of world famous Sebastian Inlet. The Blue View Inn features eight rentals in two separate buildings: Ocean House – 5 Units Pool House – 3 Townhomes

Beaches, Boating & Fishing, Things to Do, Water Sports

Bonsteel Park
  • Owned and operated by Brevard County, Bonsteel Park was built to help preserve the natural environment. This public facility is a peaceful 2.34-acre community beach park that includes a stabilized parking area, restrooms, and dune crossover. Park closes at dusk. Activities: Fishing (surf), surfing, swimming (unguarded) Watchable Wildlife: Dolphin, sea turtle,…

Golf, Things to Do

Aquarina Golf Club
  • Aquarina Country Club is a stunning 18-hole golf course located within the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge. Named for the legendary Florida conservationist, this important barrier island sanctuary is home to sea turtles, osprey, wading birds, otters, gopher tortoises, bobcats, manatee and dozens of other exotic subtropical species. Many of…

Beaches, Birding & Wildlife Viewing, Family Fun, Nature & Outdoors, Parks, Things to Do, Turtle/Manatee Viewing, Water Sports

Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge
  • The Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge in Melbourne Beach is considered by biologist to be the most important nesting area for loggerhead sea turtles in the western hemisphere and the second most important nesting beach in the world. Maintained by federal funds, the refuge was named after the late Dr….

Attractions, Birding & Wildlife Viewing, Natural Science Museums, Nature & Outdoors, Nature Tours, Parks, Things to Do, Trails, Turtle/Manatee Viewing, Water Sports

Barrier Island Sanctuary
  • Located inside the Archie Carr National Refuge, Barrier Island Sanctuary is a 34-acre sanctuary that offers nature enthusiasts and visitors a place to explore the barrier island’s diverse habitats through interactive exhibits at the Management and Education Center and hiking/nature trail. TRAIL HOURS: October through April: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM…

American Cuisine, Restaurants, Seafood

Surfside Grill and Adventures
  • BG’s Surfside Grill and Adventures is where Sebastian Inlet State Park visitors can buy a little bit of everything from souvenirs, to a nice, freshly prepared lunch. Arriving at the Park and forgot to pack a lunch? Don’t worry, they always have a few items sizzling on a hot grill….