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This 436.53-acre bird reservation and sanctuary offers a wilderness escape in an urban environment and is an international attraction for bird-watchers. Historically documented as a village of the Ais Indians who disappeared around 1720, it is a natural lagoon and bird rookery linked with canals created for mosquito control and…

Welcome to Calypso Kayaking! Kayak with Manatee and Dolphin! We offer Kayak, paddle Board and Fishing kayak rentals from 1 hour to all day or all week. Guided kayak or paddle board wildlife tours starting a 10am with different options all day, 2 hours in duration. Manatee, Dolphin, Birds, Islands,…

This 29.49-acre community river park is a fisherman’s retreat. An access road extends from an equestrian facility at the park entrance to a small lagoon that offers refuge for manatees and a launch site for canoes. A natural trail around the lagoon provides access for shoreline fishing. Parks Referendum improvements…

A relaxed bistro setting with a covered patio seating that serves the best Thai and Vietnamese dishes as well as fresh Japanese style sushi.

Set sail for fun on the water with half day, full day, and hourly rentals. Cape Crossing Boat Rentals offer pontoon boats, kayaks, and paddleboards to rent for a very affordable price. Located right on the barge canal in Merritt Island on a private marina it is the perfect place…

For questions regarding shutdowns around major launches, weather events, and more please refer to https://www.fws.gov/refuge/merritt-island At the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, there is an abundance of nature and wildlife to observe. Over 500 species of wildlife and more than 140 species of freshwater and saltwater fish have called the…

Walk On Water Ministries is a non-profit ministry dedicated to giving individuals the opportunity to experience and bond with horses in a safe and loving environment. They are committed to teaching responsibility, self-confidence, teamwork and communication skills with the help of our equine partners. Students of all abilities and backgrounds…

Cape Crossing Resort & Marina offers the option to step away from the crowds and into a smaller more private setting. Townhomes – offer private garages and personal access to the units.  These two-story units give plenty of room to self-isolate even within your own family.  Giving you much needed space…

Home to CMX Merritt Square 16 IMAX Cinemas with over 100 specialty stores and restaurants including Margarita Island, Outback Steakhouse, and soon to open First Watch.  With stores such as Victoria’s Secret, Bath and Body Works and Rack Room Shoes, along with anchor stores Dillard’s, Macy’s and JC Penney provides plenty…

Beachside Helicopters is located on the Space Coast of Florida, and based at Merritt Island airport. Flights are offered daily in our beautiful Robinson R44 Clipper II (amphibious) helicopter with air conditioning. We also offer R44 Raven II and R22 helicopter training. We are the ONLY helicopter tour company on…