Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park

Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park

Summary: Indian River Lagoon State Park is located on the barrier islands in southern Brevard County.

Address: The trail is located behind South Beach Community Park, off of A1A. 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne, FL, 32951.

Hours: 8 am - sunset. 7 days a week.

Price: Free.

Parking: Yes, a small dirt parking lot on the side of the road. Plenty of space.

Land Activities: Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Cycling.

Trails: Yes, a long out-and-back trail with some spots to see the Indian River Lagoon. There is a dead end on the other side of the trail, so it is an out-and-back trail.

Camping: None.

Water Activities: None.

Unique Features: The Indian River Lagoon is one of the country's most diverse estuaries, with thousands of plants and animals.

The Ridiculous Otter Opinion: This state park has just one trail close to the Indian River Lagoon. Unfortunately, there aren’t many spots where you can see the lagoon, which blocks the overall view. However, I still found the trail enjoyable and worth visiting if you are in the area.