The Longest Stretch of Undeveloped Atlantic Coastline
The Mosquito Lagoon is a 28-mile-long and 36,000-acre brackish water lagoon located on the east coast of Florida in Brevard and Volusia counties ²³. It is part of the Indian River Lagoon system and the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. The lagoon extends from the Ponce de Leon Inlet to a point north of Cape Canaveral and connects to the Indian River via the Haulover Canal.
The Mosquito Lagoon is now part of the Canaveral National Seashore. The cities of New Smyrna Beach and Edgewater, the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and the Kennedy Space Center adjoin the lagoon.
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
It is a 140,000-acre wildlife conservation area located on the Atlantic coast of Florida’s largest barrier island. The refuge is home to over 1,500 species of plants and animals including manatees, alligators, bald eagles, and sea turtles. The refuge is also a popular destination for birdwatching, hiking, fishing, and hunting. Here you can see the check list of the animals in Merritt Island
Canaveral National Seashore
The National Seashore located between New Smyrna Beach and Titusville, Florida, in Volusia and Brevard Counties . The park, located on a barrier island, was created on January 3, 1975, by an act of Congress . The seashore is known for its pristine beaches, ancient Timucua shell mounds, and diverse wildlife. It is also the longest stretch of undeveloped Atlantic coastline in Florida. The seashore provides sanctuary for thousands of species of plants and animals, including sea turtles. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, fishing, hunting, and birdwatching .
If you’re planning to visit the seashore, you can find more information about the location, hours, and activities on the official website of the U.S. National Park Service.
My tips for a visit in the Canaveral National Seashore
From May 1 through October 31, Daytona Beach hosts an unusual marine visitor - the sea turtle. Daytona Beach is home to five species of sea turtles - loggerhead, green, leatherback, Kemp’s ridley and hawksbill. The largest of these is the leatherback, which can grow up to 6-9 feet long and weigh over 1,000 pounds when fully grown. The other species are mostly between 2-4 feet long and range from 100-500 pounds.
The restaurant offers a variety of food options, including 1/2 pound Black Angus Burgers, comfort food favorites, lighter fare such as salads and fresh fish, and decadent desserts. They also have a huge selection of craft beer bottles and drafts, as well as signature cocktails. Ford’s Garage is located in the Tomoka Town Center outlet mall and has a seating capacity of up to 222 customers.
Perrine’s Produce is a family-owned and operated business that has been selling fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood, Amish goods, local honey, jellies, deli cold cuts and cheeses, wine, beer, ice cream, bread, grocery items, old-fashioned snacks, soap, and more 30 years. They have three locations in Port Orange, New Smyrna Beach, and Ormond Beach, Florida.
The Port Orange Memorial Park is a beautiful park located at 3801 Jackson St, Port Orange, FL, 32127. It is a great place for walking, running, picnicking, fishing, and walking your dog. The park has a lake that encompasses the majority of the park, two extensive piers/boardwalks, and a paved lighted walkway that surrounds it. The park is wheelchair accessible and pets are welcome.
Buc-ee’s is more than just a gas station - the food and shopping are also a big draw. They offer a wide variety of food options including Texas BBQ, fudge, kolaches, pastries and of course Beaver Nuggets - a sweet corn puff snack that’s similar to caramel corn 2. The store is also filled with as many eclectic products as one could ever imagine—from regional food that’s actually delicious to souvenirs, including their cartoon beaver mascot, Buc-ee's.
Driving on the beach comes with a small fee of $20 per vehicle, per day which allows for an entire day of beach driving and parking. In an effort to conserve our natural resources, beach access is limited to specific sections of the beach and is dependent on tide conditions.
Daytona Beach is dubbed the “World’s Most Famous Beach” for a variety of reasons, but mainly for its 23 miles of wide, hard-packed white-sand beaches that welcomed the first automobile and motorcycle races in 1902. Today, while professional drivers stick to the track at the ‘World Center of Racing’, Daytona International Speedway, visitors still enjoy driving very slowly (10 mph) along Daytona Beach in designated areas, tide permitting.
Do you wanna clear your head? The beach in this area is a versatile one. If you want to get away from everyone and hang out by yourself or with a friend in Daytona Beach, Florida, it is easy to find a quiet, remote stretch of beach. However, if you want to be where the action is, you'll have no problem finding that, too. You can find areas that are enjoyed by families with kids, couples, seniors - you name it! But wherever you end up, expect to feel welcomed.
Valentine’s Day is celebrated on February 14th and is a festival of romantic love. The day is marked by exchanging cards or letters, giving gifts such as chocolate or flowers, and having meals in restaurants. Many adults see Valentine’s Day as an occasion to offer expensive gifts such as jewelry to their sweetheart and it is also an ideal occasion for marriage proposals and weddings. Other popular gifts include heart-shaped boxes of delicious chocolates and bouquets of red roses. School children often exchange Valentine’s Cards that may contain candy.
An oldtimer is a term used to describe a classic or vintage car that is at least 30 years old. The term is also used to describe a person who has been around for a long time or is very experienced. What about an "older" Volkswagen on the beach. How would you call them! This huys had endless fun with the
Want to enjoy a pristine beach setting with no motorized vehicles? We've got that! Prefer the convenience of driving your vehicle onto the hard-packed sands to unload your tents, umbrellas, chairs, coolers, and kids all at once? We've got that, too!
The beach is accessible to pedestrians 24/7, and beach driving is available in specific areas only (weather and tides permitting) from sunrise to sunset. You can enjoy our driving areas at a maximum speed of 10 mph, with headlights on and windows down for safety - and of course, no texting.Alcohol and disposable cups are prohibited on the beach.
