Manatee Sanctuary Park, Florida, United States
4.0 (358 reviews) Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Ranking #5 in Brevard County Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Jogging Paths & Tracks
Peaceful park, but didn’t see any manatees
Manatee Sanctuary Park boasts over 10 acres of riverfront beauty. Situated on the Banana River, this park has a little something for everyone! 4 Horseshoe Pits 1/2 Mile Paved Fitness Trail 10 Exercise Stations Covered Riverside Boardwalk Picnic Tables & Grills Covered Pavilion with Basic Kitchen (Available for daily Rentals & Private Events) & Even the OCCASIONAL Manatee! Manatee Sanctuary Park is home to the annual Cape Canaveral Founder's Day Festival every March & Space Coast Dragon Boat Festival every April! This park is named Manatee Sanctuary because it borders a section of the Banana River that serves as a protected Manatee habitat. While we cannot guarantee that you will see a manatee during your visit, these beautiful creatures have been known to come and feed off the sea grass along the boardwalk. Manatees enjoy warm waters and typically move to inland springs during the winter months. They are considered an endangered species and fall under highly protective legislation. To learn more about these amazing animals, including where to see them year round, please visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission website.
Address
701 Thurm Blvd., Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
Mobile
Website
http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/community/parks
Working hours
Monday : 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday : 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday : 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday : 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday : 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday : 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday : 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Current local date and time now
Friday, May 10, 2024, 6:59
User Ratings
4.0 based on (358 reviews)
Reviews
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5Kelly M 5:00 PM Feb 16, 2020
Wonderful place to visit to maybe see a manatee
We rode our Harley up there, it's close to home, Haulover canal links the Indian River to Mosquito Lagoon. There were 3 around when we were there, it's hit or miss, but fun when they are around. You also get to see the real old central east coast of Florida, because most of it is connected to NASA and the Wildlife Refuges it's basically unchanged woods, scrub and near the river habitat. Very pretty Florida views to and from the canal, which isn;t that far, maybe 20 minutes from Titusville's north bridge.
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4Pam D 5:00 PM Feb 13, 2020
SMALL PARK OFFERS MANATEE SIGHTINGS...SOMETIMES
If you are looking for an activity to fill an hour of your day, head over to Manatee Sanctuary Park. It is located along side of the Banana River. The warmer waters of the River draw Manatees to relax and lounge. During certain times of the year, you will be able to walk the board walk spotting the frolicking Manatees. Unfortunately, we didn't see any Manatees the day we visited :( There is a walking path which surrounds the circumference of the Park with low resistance exercise stations spaced at intervals. Per my son and his girlfriend: "to help old people like me". Bring your camera, there are some great places to take photos. The park is dog friendly, no admission fee and free parking.
