![]() It is called Mosquito Lagoon for a reason. There is a nice boat launch near the Visitor’s Center and a handful of great spots to put in your kayaks. They also offer a handful of interesting immersive experiences and tours, but almost all of them are on weekday mornings, which is a letdown for anyone still working 9 to 5 jobs. The Visitor Center offers canoe rentals and can arrange camping reservations, including intriguing sites dotted along the lagoon, which are only accessible via boat. ![]() Eldora House is a link to the long lost village of Eldora, and includes a cozy little museum which is open weekends. The Mosquito Lagoon side of the park offers some cool attractions, including Turtle Mound, which is the largest surviving Indian Midden on the East Coast, and where you can get sweet views of the park and surrounding areas. We also saw a diverse assortment of sea birds and a few gopher tortoises on our ride to the beach. ![]() Crowds are always small, as 4 of the five beaches have lots for 35 cars or less, and the experience is true old-school Florida. The beaches are awesome, and covered with seashells – many more than you see in NSB proper – so if that is what your after, this is your best local option. The Good The tranquil Apollo Beach at Canaveral National Seashore The Apollo Beach section of Canaveral National Seashore includes seven miles of pristine beaches as well as an equal amount of Intracoastal access. The park is located at the South end of New Smyrna Beach, past Bethune Beach, and is a treat for nature lovers. It’s a natural setting that hearkens back to old Florida… which just might not be all you imagined… ![]() The park consists of thousands of acres of unspoiled waterfront majesty. This is not technically in New Smyrna Beach, but it might as well be, as the only way to get to the Apollo Beach section of Canaveral National Seashore is through NSB. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |