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Unless designated otherwise, Brevard County Parks open after 7:00 a.m. and close at dark.

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Central Area
Merritt Island/Beaches Parks - 3

951 Kiwanis Island Park Road,
Merritt Island, FL 32953
Ph: 321-455-1380   Fx: 321-455-1384

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Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m
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Lori Wilson Park

1500 N Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach
FROM SR-520 go south 1.4 miles on SR-A1A

Open after sunrise until dusk, except for scheduled use.

This 32.43-acre regional beach park featuring a maritime hammock is a popular site for events and group gatherings. The dunes and maritime hammock allow visitors to experience Florida’s natural coastline. Beach attractions include 3 pavilions along a 1,000’ boardwalk, 6 dune crossovers, seasonal lifeguards, nearby concessions, and surf fishing. Restrooms, outdoor showers, drinking fountains, and parking lots are conveniently located on both the north and south sides of the hammock. Two medium pavilions, grills, a playground, an open grassy area, and a sand volleyball court are located on the north side. A grassy area and picnic tables are on the south side.

The 3,155’ interpretive boardwalk at the Maritime Hammock is accessed from the north parking lot, or by paved walkway from the south parking lot. For more information visit:

ww.brevardparks.com/nature

Lori Wilson Dog Park Information

WATCHABLE WILDLIFE: Listed in State of Florida Great Florida Birding Trail—Migratory Songbirds and Painted Buntings in hammock; Florida Scrub-jays, Shorebirds, Seabirds; up to 15 Warbler species during spring migration
FACILITY RESERVATIONS: 321-868-1154
2 Medium Pavilions (seat 60 each)
ADA ACCESSIBLE: Parking, Restrooms, Pavilions, Playground, Boardwalk, 4 Dune Crossovers, Nature Center, Nature Boardwalk, Paved Walkways
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Fishing (surf)
Dog Park
• Grassy Activity Areas
• Nature Boardwalk
• Picnics
• Playground
• Strolling
• Swimming: unguarded/guarded seasons
• Volleyball Court (sand)
DOS & DON’TS: 1) Service animals allowed, and dogs allowed at Dog Park (record of current vaccinations required) but otherwise prohibited in park and on beach. 2) Alcoholic beverages in designated areas only. 3) Other restrictions as posted.

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Manatee Cove Park

4905 N Tropical Trail, Merritt Island
Parks Referendum Project
FROM US Hwy 1, go east 2.7 miles on SR-528 to the SR-3 Exit, then left onto Courtenay Parkway (SR-3) and go 3 miles. Turn left on Porcher Road, go 0.4 miles, then right on North Tropical Trail and go 0.2 miles to the park entrance.

Open after sunrise until dusk, except for scheduled use.

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 include a playground, benches, picnic tables and grill located in a shaded area. Construction of a pavilion with serving area and restrooms commences late 2004. For Parks

WATCHABLE WILDLIFE: Waterfowl, Manatees, Bottlenose Dolphin
FACILITY RESERVATIONS: 321-455-1380
Medium Pavilion (seats 100), Equestrian Rings
ADA ACCESSIBLE: Parking, Pavilion, Playground
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Boat Launch (nonmotorized)
• Equestrian Rings
• Fishing (lagoon shoreline)
• Picnics
• Playground
• Wildlife Observation
DOS & DON’TS: 1) Service animals only or dogs on short leash and only when leading dog between vehicle and boat. 2) Alcoholic beverages in designated areas only. 3) Other restrictions as posted.

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Margaret and Danny
Strickland Park

298 Milford Point Drive, Merritt Island
FROM SR-520 and 0.2 miles east of Banana River Drive, turn north onto Milford Point Drive and go 0.2 miles.

Open after sunrise until dusk.

Landscaping and a small gazebo create a restful atmosphere at this .14-acre neighborhood river park that features a swing,

FACILITY USE: First come, first served. Please be courteous.
ADA ACCESS: Advance notice needed for special accommodations
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Fishing (shoreline)
• Picnics
• Swing
DOS & DON’TS: 1) Service animals only. 2) No alcoholic beverages allowed. 3) Other restrictions as posted.

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MILA Elementary School

288 W Merritt Avenue, Merritt Island
Parks Referendum Project
FROM SR-520 go north 0.3 miles on Courtenay Parkway (SR-3), turn left on West Merritt Avenue and go 0.2 miles.

Open after school hours and weekends until dusk, except for scheduled use.

Home of Merritt Island Lassie League and North Merritt Island Little League, athletic facilities include softball fields, baseball fields, a T-ball field, 2 batting cages, restroom/ concession buildings and parking. Parks Referendum Project construction of batting cage and restrooms/concession is underway. For Parks Referendum project information, click on the link above.

FACILITY RESERVATIONS: 321-455-1380
Field Use
ADA ACCESSIBLE: Parking, Restroom/Concessions
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Ballfields
- Little League: 2 Major/Minor (lighted), 1 T-ball
- youth softball: 3 lighted
DOS & DON’TS: 1) School Board rules apply. 2) No alcoholic beverages or use of tobacco products allowed. 3) Other restrictions as posted.

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Mitchell Ellington Park

575 W Hall Rd Merritt Island FL 32953
Parks Referendum Project
FROM US Hwy 1, take SR-528 east 2.7 miles, turn left onto Courtenay Parkway (SR-3) and go 1.8 miles. Turn left on Hall Road. The park site is on the left.

Open after sunrise until dusk, except for scheduled use.

A 114-acre regional park features athletic fields bounded by wetlands on the north, and woods on the east and west, with two ponds in the center of the park. Home to Central Brevard Soccer Club, Merritt Island Senior Little League, and Merritt Island Youth Football, the athletic facilities include baseball, soccer, football, and softball fields. Tennis courts, two pavilions, a multifeatured playground, benches, and pedways offer park patrons an inviting recreational experience.

WATCHABLE WILDLIFE: Song Birds, Deer, Waterfowl, Alligators, Raccoons, Squirrels
FACILITY USE: 321-455-1380
2 Small Pavilions with restroom and serving area (seat 50 each)
ADA ACCESS: Parking, Pedway, Restrooms, Pavilions, Playground
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Ballfields:
- (4) baseball fields (lighted)
- - 2-story facility with restroom, concession, sound booth
- (6) soccer fields (2 lighted)
- (2) softball fields (2 lighted)
- - 2-story facility with restroom, concession, sound booth
- (2) football fields
- - 2-story facility with restroom, concession meeting room
• (2) tennis courts (lighted)
• boardwalk
• pedway
• playground
• (2) pavilions 40' x 60' (serving area & restroom)
• open grassy area

DOS & DON’TS: 1) Service animals only. 2) Alcoholic beverages in designated areas only. 3) Other restrictions as posted.

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951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd
Merritt Island, FL 32953
Ph: 321-455-1380
FROM US Hwy 1, go east 3.2 miles on SR-520. Turn into the park complex at the light just east of Sykes Creek Parkway.
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