Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
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Billy D
2 bidrag
jul. 2023 • Familie
Love this place. Land and water everywhere there is wildlife. Best place to see a rocket launch also. Great fishing too.
Skrevet 19. oktober 2023
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christiep28
16 bidrag
okt. 2023 • Familie
We took a day, left the Kissimmee area and headed for Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. We are glad we did. The first stop was the visitor center where we encountered Mr Bob. He was delightful and was very knowledgeable about the area. We spent the entire day exploring most of the sights and sounds around Merritt Island. Highlights were the boardwalk behind the visitor center(several butterflies were spotted), the 7 mile wildlife drive(encountered many different types of birds, a small snake and changes in area), manatee oberservation deck(saw many manatee, a dolphin, a fish spinning out of the water and a large pontoon boat which made the draw bridge open), we drove to the canal. We had spotty showers throughout the day so we were in the car most of the day. Overall it was a welcome change of pace from fast paced and over crowded Orlando.
Skrevet 4. oktober 2023
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DeLynn
Argyle, TX13 bidrag
aug. 2023 • Familie
Worth the time to visit. For a small donation you get to drive through the Kennedy space center nature preserve. Herons, alligators, turtles and manatees
Skrevet 4. august 2023
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A Midlife Adventure
Dursley, UK1 313 bidrag
jul. 2023 • Par
We drove to the Visitor Centre and picked up a map and some guidance from there first. The gentleman behind the desk was super friendly and really helpful.
He drew the two Route available on the map and also highlighted the Manatee Watching Area
We made our way around at our own pace starting at about 10 in the morning.
Some folk seemed in a bigger rush but each to their own. Whilst we saw a couple of alligators the photos weren’t great as they poked just their eyes out of the water but we did manage to photograph a few types of wildlife and absolutely loved the manatees.
I imagine if you came earlier in the day you might see more wildlife. Tickets can be bought on line and you then display them in your window. I’m sure you called ahead the day before you could get directions of where to start if you wanted to get here earlier than they open the visitor centre.
We did a couple of the short trail walks but there is a 5 mile walk if you are more adventurous and can cope with the humidity.
He drew the two Route available on the map and also highlighted the Manatee Watching Area
We made our way around at our own pace starting at about 10 in the morning.
Some folk seemed in a bigger rush but each to their own. Whilst we saw a couple of alligators the photos weren’t great as they poked just their eyes out of the water but we did manage to photograph a few types of wildlife and absolutely loved the manatees.
I imagine if you came earlier in the day you might see more wildlife. Tickets can be bought on line and you then display them in your window. I’m sure you called ahead the day before you could get directions of where to start if you wanted to get here earlier than they open the visitor centre.
We did a couple of the short trail walks but there is a 5 mile walk if you are more adventurous and can cope with the humidity.
Skrevet 1. august 2023
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Dee M
Delray Beach, FL16 bidrag
jun. 2023 • Par
Quiet, not crowded. Unspoiled. So very glad this land was preserved, not developed. Went in early June so not a lot of animal activity but thoroughly enjoyed no crowds. Saw gators, wild feral hog, turtles and manatees and dolphins….if you love nature, you will appreciate this place. Plan to go again over winter months to see more activity.
Skrevet 4. juni 2023
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Hannah
Storbritannia65 bidrag
mai 2023 • Par
We loved this park! Really recommend the Visitors Centre, we spoke to possibly the worlds nicest man at the desk. He was super helpful and told us of the nearby driving trails, and pointed us towards the Manatee Observation Deck. So glad we went - we saw a family of four manatees, even in May!
We also loved the driving trails. Please note there is a $10 charge CASH ONLY but worth every single penny
NB: I’m not sure he will see this, but if you’re the lovely gentleman on the desk who had just returned from a trip in the UK in April, you absolutely made our day with your positive attitude & passion for the area!
We also loved the driving trails. Please note there is a $10 charge CASH ONLY but worth every single penny
NB: I’m not sure he will see this, but if you’re the lovely gentleman on the desk who had just returned from a trip in the UK in April, you absolutely made our day with your positive attitude & passion for the area!
Skrevet 26. mai 2023
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Jthomp01
Detroit, MI70 bidrag
mai 2023 • Par
Great place to visit even in the rain. We walked the boardwalk trail behind the welcome center (wear bug spray)! It was nice. We also drive the Black Point wildlife drive which was really cool. We saw gators, lots of cool birds, turtles and voles. We also checked out the manatees at the viewing platform. Such a great place for the day.
Skrevet 26. mai 2023
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helga2522
Berkshires, MA28 bidrag
mai 2023 • Par
We took the 7-mile drive and saw gators, birds, manatees. You can get out of the car at one stop and walk to two viewing platforms.
Skrevet 26. mai 2023
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Cherbert
15 bidrag
apr. 2023 • Par
This was a wonderful experience. We stopped at the visitor center and received information about the wildlife drive. It was fun and full of birds of many different species. We also went to the Manatee lookout. We saw two of them! On our way out we saw a baby alligator next to the road as well as a turtle.
Skrevet 12. april 2023
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Stay33857742132
10 bidrag
mar. 2023 • Par
Well-marked roads that take you through miles of natural Florida beauty. Interesting landscape and lots of birds. Stop by the Visitor's Center first and get a map with suggestions from staff. There's a manatee viewing area during some of the year, but the scenery throughout the refuge is amazing.
Skrevet 1. april 2023
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Karen S
San Pedro, California7 bidrag
Is the Black Point Wildlife Drive open?
A Midlife Adventure
Dursley, UK1 313 bidrag
Sorry only just seen your question.
If it’s not too late I would call the visitors centre at the refuge. They are really friendly n helpful and will be able to give you up to date information
RandiFayeC
Longwood, FL1 036 bidrag
I read that the visitors center is closed, are the restrooms there and/or at station 9 of the wildlife drive open?
JansAdventures
502 bidrag
There are several porta-potties in the parking lot of the visitor center. Yes, the visitor center is closed.
bbancken
Winnipeg, Canada7 bidrag
Are there a lot of manatees?
Indiana2023
Evansville, IN280 bidrag
This particular location doesn't have them as far as I could tell. But if you drive something like 15 minutes away towards a bridge. Going towards New Smyrna there is a draw bridge called Haulover Canal. They have parking spots around the bridge. You can get out and see some.
LovingNewAdventures
Woodbury, MN367 bidrag
We are thinking of going tomorrow afternoon. Will we need bug spray?
src1962
Orange City, FL252 bidrag
Yes I would recommend bug spray, the mosquito's and the sand fleas can be very bad sometimes.
LiLBiTLibra78
Daytona Beach, FL5 bidrag
Is it currently open and is there a fee to get in?
mstwalter
Pentwater, MI60 bidrag
It is open daily and it requires a pass to tour the area and the beaches. Beaches are actually the Canaveral National Seashore but the south beaches “Playalinda” are beautiful and are accessible from the refuge. You can get a pass at the visitors center or a self serve kiosk. Closes at sunset.
Kathleen S
East Tawas, MI9 bidrag
How is the government shutdown effecting visitors? First time in area Jan 2019.
gjvision
Okahumpka, FL127 bidrag
There was no one to open the visitor center and no one to refill the pay envelopes by the beginning of the drive. Therefore, no way to pay. There’s no one to clean the bathrooms so they may be getting rather nasty by now. My advice, plan on visiting a local fast food place before and after the drive through Merritt Island. Take any trash back home with you so you don’t add to any accumulation. When we went, a week into the shutdown, considerate visitors were policing themselves pretty well. If they no longer are, the park may get shutdown like others have.
How is the accessibility there? I use a scooter... I used my scooter on the nature trails at Hillsborough River State Park and it worked fine.
bnut59
Sarasota, FL90 bidrag
Fine around the Visitors Center
TheFinnegans2014
Strafford, NH4 bidrag
What is th eprice of admission?
iamnoname
florida189 bidrag
the only fees I am aware of are for the Black Point Wildlife Drive. It is $10. I believe there is a fee also if you go to the beach.
thegreenster
Storbritannia82 bidrag
How long would you suggest for a visit? We are going in August? What time of day will be best to see wildlife?
Where & when can you see Manatees? (Thank you)
Junketing Gina
Venice, FL142 bidrag
The best time to do the Black Point Wildlife drive, where I saw the most Wildlife, is first thing in the morning and 1.5 hours before sunset. I went both times. I went to the Canaveral Seashore for sunrise, which was amazing, and then drove over and did the loop. I came back at the end of the day about 2 hours before sunset and did it again and got lucky!!!!!! Saw a BOBCAT!!!! Take your time, you never know what you'll see!!!! I saw manatees near the boat launch. Flow the road to the drawbridge that is closed, and go to the left. Also, check the National Park Service website for closures and other info. Also see what walks or talks they may have available. They have binoculars you can borrow as well!!!! Have fun!!!!
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