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From Ice Age animals to Native Americans to early pioneers, Pine Island Conservation Area has a rich history. Mastodon tusks, pottery sherds, and 19th century farm tools found on site help piece together the story of this special place. Come inside the oldest standing home in Brevard County, the 1875…

If you’re looking for a great spot to camp, Hatbill Park in Mims is a 15-acre park near the Florida Birding Trail. The park features a boat ramp open 24 hours a day, giving you access to the St. Johns River and port o-lets. Sport fishing is also available by…

Acquired in partnership with the State of Florida, the Helen and Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary is part of the sanctuary network established by the Brevard County Environmentally Endangered Lands (EEL) Program. Formerly a turpentine mine and farm, the 140-acre sanctuary located in Rockledge, Florida is now home to a pine flatwoods habitat where raptors…

he Jordan Scrub Sanctuary is one of Florida’s Space Coast’s most ecologically diverse nature preserves. This 354-acre protected sanctuary is part of Brevard County’s Environmentally Endangered Lands program and encompasses natural landscapes such as scenic lakes, seasonal marshes and scrubby flatwoods. A variety of wildlife may be spotted along the…

Encompassing 577-acres, the Malabar Scrub Sanctuary is an ideal place for visitors to explore nature on Florida’s Space Coast. This protected sanctuary is part of Brevard County’s Environmentally Endangered Lands program. Discover natural landscapes and wildlife as you hike along the trails that weave throughout the land. From xeric hammocks…

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…

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:…

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 refuge home. Additionally, the refuge is a popular place for birdwatching and to date 358…

For a great place to get outdoors and enjoy the natural landscape and habitat the Space Coast is known for, Micco Scrub Sanctuary is where you want to go. Over 1300 acres of mesic and scrubby flatwoods are protected in this sanctuary, which means indigenous plant and animal species will…

Sand Point Park is one of Titusville’s community parks with the Astronaut Memorial located near the south entrance to the park. Here you will find a half-mile exercise trail, baseball and softball fields, playground and a splash pad. Facilities include picnic tables, picnic pavilions, grills, and restrooms. A large pavilion…