Brevard County Parks

Brevard County Parks and Recreation Department manages a growing park system that covers over 5,579 acres and includes 108 developed parks and 3 golf courses, as well as sanctuaries and preserves purchased and managed through the Environmentally Endangered Lands Program (EEL).

Many county parks in Brevard preserve the sensitive ecosystem and include endangered lands and threatened species. Educational programs at our nature centers focus on awareness of the outdoors and preservation of the environment which includes the unique Indian River estuary, the St. Johns River, lakes, wetlands, maritime hammocks and scrub. Specific parks are a haven for birdwatching and provide a sanctuary for many bird communities including the osprey, eagle, egret, pelican, and various wildlife including sea turtles and manatees.

Additionally, for those who love the outdoors, our parks provide venues for community and regional activities including public golf at three beautiful golf courses (tee times are available at The Savannahs, Spessard Holland and The Habitat; camping at three unique camp grounds; horse trails; fishing and boating--with access to the waterways by boat ramps at many parks; beach and lake swimming and various venues for watersports including sailing, windsurfing, surfing, rowing, catamaran, canoe, and kayak.

Facilities for other active sports include softball, tennis, volleyball, horseshoes, shuffleboard, and there are many soccer and Little League ballfields. Picnic pavilions and playgrounds are available at various parks for more passive enjoyment.

Nature Centers

Four nature centers with adjacent nature trails feature distinctly different ecosystems and offer visitiors environmental adventures. Located in Brevard County, Florida, in Titusville, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach, and Melbourne, the inviting trails weave through ecosystems ranging from hardwood hammock and upland pine forests, to wetlands, scrublands, a maritime hammock, a mesic hammock, and pine flatwoods. Each of the centers offers educational programs and resources.