Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

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(998) · Nature reserve in Titusville, United States
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Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge is an important U.S. National Wildlife Refuge on the Atlantic coast of Florida.

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Mar 4, 2025
Fantastic nature reserve. One-way driving road thru it with several short hikes available. Wonderful bird watching.Full review by Jane P
Feb 7, 2025
We happened to be in Florida during a time many birds were migrating through. The landscape was beautiful, quiet, and full of wildlife. We saw alligators and multiple birds. Over 2 days, we probably …Full review by ScubagirlWisconsin
Nov 23, 2024
Nice drive though the everglades of florida. Quiet and peaceful drive. Plenty of places to pull over and walk around. Take your time and watch for allegators and other unique animals. Dont rush throu…Full review by Ejugular B
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Is the Black Point Wildlife Drive open?
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Sorry only just seen your question. If it’s not too late I would call the visitors centre at the refuge. They are really friendly n helpful and will be able to give you up to date information
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I read that the visitors center is closed, are the restrooms there and/or at station 9 of the wildlife drive open?
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There are several porta-potties in the parking lot of the visitor center. Yes, the visitor center is closed.
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Answer by Janet C · Mar 9, 2021
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Are there a lot of manatees?
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This particular location doesn't have them as far as I could tell. But if you drive something like 15 minutes away towards a bridge. Going towards New Smyrna there is a draw bridge …
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This particular location doesn't have them as far as I could tell. But if you drive something like 15 minutes away towards a bridge. Going towards New Smyrna there is a draw bridge called Haulover Canal. They have parking spots around the bridge. You can get out and see some.
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Answer by mark B · Mar 5, 2020
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We are thinking of going tomorrow afternoon. Will we need bug spray?
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Yes I would recommend bug spray, the mosquito's and the sand fleas can be very bad sometimes.
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