Barrier Island Sanctuary 8385 S. Highway A1A I Melbourne Beach (321) 723-3556 I
BarrierIslandCenter.com
This 34-acre sanctuary features a modern educational facility with an interactive exhibit room, restrooms and a gift shop. Open Tuesday through Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Buck Lake Conservation Area 2725 Blake Lee Trail I Mims (407) 893-3127 I
CFBW.com/bucklake.shtml
Exactly 9,638 acres of woodlands and wetlands with trails where visitors can observe the variety of protected natural communities that support many species of plants and animals. GFBT Site #East-66.
Blue Heron Water Reclamation Facility (321) 383-5642 I
CFBW.com/blueheron.shtml
The facility is open for birding from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays. Appointments may be made to access the wetlands on weekends. It is advisable to call ahead. GFBT Site #East-80.
Canaveral National Seashore (Six miles east of Titusville on State Road 402) (321) 267-1110 I
NPS.gov/cana
A pristine, undeveloped beach, dunes and lagoon which offers sanctuary to an abundant blend of plants and animals. Year round recreation includes fishing, boating, canoeing, surfing, sunbathing, swimming, hiking, camping, nature and historical trails. Daily use fee is $3 per person, children under 16 are free. GFBT Site # East-63 & 70.
Coconut Point Sanctuary 4000 S. Highway A1A I Melbourne Beach (321) 723-3556 I
EELBrevard.com/ep_recreation.php
The 62-acre habitat of coastal strand, oak scrub, coastal oak forest and mangrove forest rolls over ancient sand dunes from the Atlantic Ocean to the Indian River Lagoon.
Dicerandra Scrub Sanctuary Melissa Drive I Titusville (321) 264-5185
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EELBrevard.com/ep_recreation.php
This 44-acre site is named after an endemic, endangered mint plant with bright purple flowers. A hiking trail leads through scrubby flatwoods and marsh.
Enchanted Forest Sanctuary (321) 264-5185 I
EFS.EELBrevard.com
Walking and learning trails wander through timeless scrub, mesic and hydric ecosystems with a wide variety of endangered and threatened species. Educational facility. Closed Mondays. Guided walks every Saturday at 10 a.m.
Erna Nixon Park 1200 Evans Road I Melbourne (321) 952-4525 I
BrevardParks.com/nature/index.php
A popular site for nature walks and outdoor festivals, the park features 2,300 feet of elevated boardwalk and 640 feet of trail winding through three different ecosystems. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Florida Tech Botanical Gardens 150 W. University Boulevard I Melbourne (321) 674-8125
Facilities.fit.edu/botanical_gardens.php
Thirty acres of lush subtropical growth and natural streams where several paved and earthen paths wind through the gardens, allowing visitors easy access to most areas within the gardens. Open dawn to dusk.
Great Florida Birding Trail
FloridaBirdingTrail.com
The Great Florida Birding Trail (GFBT) is a collection of 489 sites throughout Florida selected for their excel- lent bird-watching or bird-education opportunities. This 2,000-mile, self-guided highway trail is designed to conserve and enhance Florida’s bird habitat by promoting bird-watching activities, conservation education and economic opportunity.
Haulover Canal and Mullethead Island (321) 861-0667 I
NBBD.com/godo/minwr
Get out on the water to really enjoy the birds and wildlife of Merritt Island. A low-profile kayak offers the opportunity to get close to wildlife and enjoy stunning scenery from a whole new perspective. The big attraction for birders in boats is a large spoil island that lies just west of the Haulover Canal.
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