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Indian River Lagoon Preserve Park
The guide was updated:The stunning Indian River Lagoon Preserve Park spans 200 acres of natural uplands, wetlands and water. Plan a day with the picnic pavilion, nature trails, fishing piers and educational opportunities. The Marine Discovery Center is also located at the Park, providing programs for children and adults.
Useful Information
- Address: 700 Sandpiper Street, New Smyrna Beach, FL
- Opening hours: Mon-Sun 06.00-19.00
- Website: www.cityofnsb.com/764/Parks
- Phone: +1 386 424 2205
Digital Travel Guide Download
Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.
*this will be downloaded as a PDF.Price
€4,95
The main event in New Smyrna Beach is the 13 miles of white sandy beaches. Most visitor choose sunbathing, swimming, bicycling, strolling or surfering some of the finest wave action on the East Coast.
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Marine Discovery Center
For a relaxing and educational experience visit the Marine Discovery Center to enjoy wildlife and nature tours or river of history tours on the Intracoastal Waterway.
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Beach Bicycle & Kayak
See the real Florida with Beach Bicycle & Kayak Adventures! They offer full-service sales and rentals for your New Smyrna adventure. Sign up for their weekly, echo-guided, kayak tours as well. Find kayak and bicycle accessories at their shop.
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Eastcoast Tour & Shuttle Co.
With Eastcoast Tour & Shuttle Co., visitors to New Smyrna Beach will have the opportunity to sight-see the area's most famous attractions: its wildlife! Spot dolphins, manatees, bald eagles, white pelicans, great blue herons and more as you kayak the waters. Half-day guided tours are available. So be sure to bring your camera, binoculars, a hat, sunglasses, good footwear and sun protection!
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Indian River Lagoon Preserve Park
The stunning Indian River Lagoon Preserve Park spans 200 acres of natural uplands, wetlands and water. Plan a day with the picnic pavilion, nature trails, fishing piers and educational opportunities. The Marine Discovery Center is also located at the Park, providing programs for children and adults.
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Canaveral National Seashore
The Canaveral National Seashore is a National Seashore (CANA) located on a barrier island. It served home to over 1,000 plant species and 310 bird species. Including lagoons, CANA consists of 57,662 acres. Fill your day with historical sites, fishing, boating, birding, hiking, camping and so much more at this spectacular feat of nature.
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Blue Heron River Tours
Come experience the most beautiful river cruise in the St. Johns River valley! The custom-built vessel was designed to cruise the quiet and shallow areas where wildlife viewing is best. They off 8 Riverside rooms and suites, pontoon and fishing boat rentals and slips for private boats.
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New Smyrna Museum of History
The New Smyrna Museum of History is a top attraction in New Smyrna Beach. It's primarily dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of New Smyrna's founders. Many exhibits may be found centering around the intrepid group of Mediterranean colonists and the leadership of Scottish physician and diplomat Dr. Andrew Turnbull. An Interior Gallery gives chronological overviews of the area's history, while upstairs there is a special exhibit of early St John's pottery, projectile points and other artifacts collected by the late Zelia Wilson Sweett.
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Turtle Mound National Historic Site
With a history dating back to 2000 BC, Turtle Mound now represents the Timucuan Indian civilization, who created Turtle Mound over a period of several hundred years. The site is a kitchen midden composed of oyster and shellfish remains, and it can be seen 7 miles out at sea. Turtle Mound stands 50 feet tall and covers 2 acres.
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Eldora State House
In 1877, the small community of Eldora was established on the southern inland waterway. While the exact population of early Eldora is unknown, deeds and tax records indicate there were 50 to 75 people. The agricultural community thrived until the late 1880s and 1890s when freezes destroyed the citrus crops. Today, two buildings remain: the Eldora "State" House and a post office/citrus packinghouse.
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Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge is home to Florida's indigenous birds and wildlife in their natural habitat. Fewer than 30 minutes from New Smyrna Beach, the 140,000 acre refuge is home to both threatened and endangered species. Experts have documented over 500 species of other wildlife here, including 330 species of birds. Explore along the Black Point Wildlife Drive, a scenic 7 mile stretch with numbered stops, habitats through trails and observations decks. The best time to view wildlife is early morning or late afternoon.
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New Smyrna Speedway
Come experience the high-octane New Smyrna Speedway! Auto races take place every Saturday night from the middle of March through December, beginning at 7:30pm. The front gate opens at 6 pm.
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Smyrna Dunes Park
Smyrna Dunes Park is one of a few County parks where dogs are welcome! Visitors to Smyrna Dunes Park may arrive by land or by sea, as the area is surrounded by water on three sides. Waters from the Indian River flow through Ponce Inlet and into the Atlantic Ocean, so enjoy a wealth of fishing or swimming venues. See a wide variety of animals, birds, reptiles, marine life and vegetation in their natural habitat.
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