33 Best Stops Between Fort Pierce and Immokalee (2024)

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The actual “inlet” that everyone wants to go to is on the west side of the road at the parking right before the bridge. Doesn’t seem super obvious from the google maps location. Just park and enjoy the protected waters. Parking is by car and was $8 definitely worth it. You get access to both the beach and the inlet.

Excellent place to spend the day out camp near the water. I haven't ever seen so many sea turtles in one spot in my life. Boat ramp to launch a boat, intercoastal wade fishing is phenomenal. Kayak fishing is amazing, along with pier and jetty fishing. A beautiful lagoon to swim in for the kids and family. Perfect for a day trip.

We finally got to visit Sebastian Inlet, and it was very pretty. There was lots of activity. There were people fishing off the pier. There was a group of children having a surfboard lesson and so many families just enjoying the beach and the water.**The only negative...SAND FLEAS. Be sure you put something on to deter them as there were plenty of them.

Sebastian State Park is amazing. First I have to say is the Park Rangers and staff which there is also volunteer staff, are all helpful, polite, and professional. They really make the Park n Campground extra amazing. From the beach, through the monster mouth inlet, to the Indian River Lagoon, this is where you want to bring your bikini, fishing pole and your camera. What a beautiful State Park, GODS most creative art work. Dog Friendly, just follow park rules and no issues..

Beautiful state park with plenty of areas to explore. The RV camp area sits adjacent to water access making kayaking, fishing, swimming and water activities extremely easy to access. The breeze keeps even the hot days nice and manageable

We camp here every year for my husband's birthday. The park was well kept and quiet, and the bathrooms were clean. As always, we really enjoyed our stay.

Very nice, well kept, and spacious camp sites! The bathhouse(s) were very well kept and stocked with paper etc. We only stayed one night BUT we will be back to check out all the fun things to do in the area! Bring your fishing gear, boats, etc. We also loved the little fishing museum (free to attend) on site! The very informative video is packed with great info about the areas history! Be sure to watch for the MANY turtles, dolphins and beautiful birds in the park!

Such a beautiful spot to stop in and check out. Our beach house provided a great setup so I wouldn't spend the day here..but it's worth a visit for sure. We waded in the inlet, and the kids tried to snorkel, but it wasn't as clear as we hoped. The boardwalk is lovely and easy to access to check out some action. We saw lots of manatee, crabs, different sorts of fish, and gorgeous views.

Spent a day here with my young children. By far the cleanest beach I’ve been on in Florida. The Atlantic beaches had large waves and cold water, but the north river inlet was zero waves and warmer, shallow water. The bathrooms were clean and all staff were friendly. Saw dolphins, turtles and countless birds.

Impressed with this State park, we enjoyed our RV stay, great fishing area, the Junior Ranger system they offer for kids is amazing. Close to retail business. We saw Manatí and Dolphins. Bathrooms need improvement but they were clean.

It's an older State Park but it's well maintained. We camped in space 60 for two nights in May and the full cost was $51.50 with the senior discount - the base cost was $13 a day but they add on fees for utilities and booking the site in advance. It was reasonably private and very quiet; lots of places to walk and sights to see. Sites are generously sized. Camp hosts were friendly. Winds whipped up in the afternoons which made it impossible to have a fire so we had dinner inside our van both nights. It's free to dump your holding tanks.q

I am glad we decided to drive on A1A Hwy was suggested by a local resident. We stopped and checked out the Sebastian Inlet State Park admmiss is $8. It is very clean and nice camping, swimming, fishing and picnic area. I do suggest a little more shade in the park overall is a great place to visit.

An absolutely beautiful location! Views from many campsites are incredible! It's August and in the 90s but sitting in shade with sea breeze is beautiful. Fishing is good too! Noseeums can be a nuisance but still a great place to get away!

Incredible State Park. Great beach access and spots to fish the inlet. Nice museum on the south side. Ample parking and camping spots available.

Nice spot to photograph diving osprey, pelicans, terns, and gulls. We also saw black skimmers, reddish egrets, Wilson's Plovers, and all the usual suspects. But beware the noseeums and sand fleas --- they will eat you alive!

Stopped to enjoy the park, have lunch and walk our two best friends. Beautiful area. Well stocked Store and the small museum was very informative. Right across the water is the Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park.

Relaxing, family-friendly environment. Perfect for fishing, building sandcastles, reading a book, having a picnic, and swimming with wild dolphins. Please respect the animals if you come. No touching!!!

Fun busy park in the quite sleeper town on Sebastian. Keep this place a secret. Wonderful swimming area for family and small children. (North side of the inlet), great places to swim for adults on the southside and and intercoastal beachfront. The jetty / pier is always full of friendly fishermen and women. Great views of the ocean without high rises and empty condos. They offer camping (tent and trailer sites), a boat launch, and onsite cafe's. The bath houses are clean and tidy.

Great park next to the beach! Me and my husband were supporting spend the day and we stayed the night too. There is another small beach in the inlet that is also beautiful and calm. Saw dolphins jumping in the water! Will probably go back soon.

They have a small cove that's great for kids! Its like a sandbar... Many people brought canopies, chairs and floats. It's close to bathrooms (they have changing rooms) and eating. You can also bring coolers. They have a bait shop, an entrance to the beach and fishing off the jetty. Varied and quite enjoyable

Great place to visit and spend some time. Walked the peer and watched the folks fishing. Looking into the inlet I saw a couple of large dark shadows, turned out to be a couple of Rays gliding up the inlet. Plenty of people using the small bay but I can imagine it gets busy at the weekend. Nice little cafe serving hot and cold snacks and drinks. Well worth the parking fee.

Beautiful place and the park Rangers are so helpful. It's not super deep and the kids can play without the worry of getting washed out by the waves on the other side which is where you can find the Ocean. You can easily access the bathrooms and snack shack by the ocean. It's just across the parking lot. We have seen dolphins and manatees and sea hares so far!!! Beautiful place.

We have been going to Sebastian Inlet for years. It is truly one of our favourite places. The beach is beautiful and the waves are spectacular if you enjoy surfing or just having fun in the water. The inlet is perfect for families with small children and for everyone else! The water is calm and full of ocean life. Our children had so much fun splashing in the shallow water when they were young. Do not be surprised if you see manatees, dolphins, and jelly fish in the water. The pier offers beautiful views. I highly recommend that you visit this incredible park! You will not be disappointed.

Beautiful state park here. We had a party of 6 in one suv running us $8.00 for entrance. That price covers up to 8 per vehicle. The parking lot here is in a little rough condition. Depending on events going on it may or may not be easy to find a place to park. The views here are wonderful and worth it. There's food here and large clean bathrooms. Showers just off the beach are a large help. It worth going out and spending some time here. Family friendly

Love this park, the staff are amazing. The location, fishing, birds, wild life. The water is beautiful. 10 stars!

Wonderful place! Took all the kids & got to see dolphins while we were swimming. Found crabs in all the rocks. Was able to take a cooler and hang out in the water all day. You can walk all the way to the river waist high. Great for kids!

The park is beautiful! I gave 4 stars only because we came on Memorial day weekend which Im hearing is the busiest to come. My issue is that the park had so many day visitors that they were in the registered camping area using showers, parking in campsites, side of the road, and using campsites picnic tables. They were everywhere! It wasn't until the afternoon that I think the park was able to get extra staff to regulate the chaos. Not to mention the south end of the park lost power for 5 hours.

This park has something for everyone! From fishing to swimming, surfing, and picnicking, the activities are endless. The scenic fishing pier and stunning beaches are just the beginning. We loved having plenty of tables and shaded areas to relax with our family. Plus, the RV areas and ample parking made it easy to spend the whole day here. The $8 entry fee for a car is a steal for all the amenities and natural beauty on offer. We'll be back again and again! 🌴 Highly recommend!"

What a great place to visit. My family packed a lunch and made use of the picnic area on the south side of the inlet. We noticed that this side has some nice campsites. We didn't camp here, but we will consider it on my next visit.Don't forget to drive over to the north side of the inlet. The boardwalk goes out a distance and you'll see fishermen casting their lines. You can walk around the park, enjoy the beach area or even stop at the restaurant.

Very busy but extremely cool State Park. There's so much to do it's crazy. Launch a boat, hike, surf, fish, swim in tide pool, camp, have dinner. The rangers are very nice, wildlife viewing is off the charts. If you hang out by the fish cleaning stations a while you'll see the Pelican's do what they do best - wait around to take fish and scraps. The squirrels seem to have be accustomed to people feeding them however - I had two of them beg me for my chips (an inch away from my foot)

Would absolutely recommend for camping. We reserved a spot for primitive tent camping. The area was very spacious (it’s made for RVs) and there is electricity and running water for every space. The main bathrooms were clean, had skylights, showers, had overhead fans, and very spacious (even enough for handicap). I saw they even had an area to wash dishes and washer for clothes. Pretty incredible. Would recommend something to cool your tent as it does stay warm at night, but it is breezy. The worst part was the no-see-ums so bring bug spray. The camping area is near the inlet and there is a little beach close. For the actual beach, it’s closer to the entrance of the park. Lots of people fishing and bird watching (ospreys, etc). This trip was May 2024.

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9700 S Hwy A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951, USA

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I’ve been wanting to stop here for a few years and glad I finally did! The gentleman at the door was super friendly and it only costs $1 to enter! Check out the 45 minute video and the artifacts. Don’t forget to get your picture outside on the Pirate ship !

Great little hidden jewel. Only $2.00 admission charge. Very informative staff and a nice video (at 45 minutes a bit long but very informative). The displays of recovered artifacts are well layed out. There is a board walk area to view the reef area where the ships went down.

Wonderful Florida State Park museum on the Treasure Coast. Staffed by super friendly and informative volunteers and professional park rangers, this museum is a must stop for learning about the fascinating history about the area. Two dollar (cash please!) admission fee. Don't miss the outside beach overlook! Highly recommended! Although a small museum, I suggest at least an hour to ninety minutes to see everything.

Such a fabulous little hidden gem of a museum! The location is gorgeous and historic. This is the exact spot where a fleet of Spanish ships sank in a hurricane in the 1700s. This museum has a gorgeous lookout point complete with a pirate flag and ship wheel overlooking the beach. The museum features all kinds of treasure found on the beaches like Spanish coins, sword hilts, rings and other dinnerware. To make it even better, it only costs $2 per person and we met the nicest docent who talked to my daughter about items found on the beaches and even gave her a few little things to take home with her! We found this place by accident on our way home from the Keys, but I'm so glad we did. Hope to return one day!

A great way to spend a couple hours, a good movie for background on the treasure coast. $2 to get in. Worth the trip. Also Mel Fishers museum isn’t too far but is much more expensive but lots of treasures to see.

Very interesting history and had a lot of fun. Wonder if anyone will find more of the lost treasures from the Spaniards and thier lost voyage. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to explore.

This was an incredible museum. We were the only ones there so Corey gave us a very detailed tour. He even took us outback to point out where a few of the shipwrecks were. He also showed us a book that had pictures of people who had found treasure. I can't tell you how cool this experience was for the family. We headed out with the metal detector shortly after!

This is a very nice, albeit small, state run museum about the history of the treasure coast and the Spanish treasure fleet shipwrecked here. Admission is $2. Please bring fives and ones. They do take credit/debit, too. There’s multiple displays and dioramas, many with sound, about the history of the area, the people who lived here, and, of course, the treasures lost here. A 45 minute film runs continuously and although fairly dated it’s still interesting. They also have a boardwalk leading to an observation deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It’s accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. There’s a small gift shop with books, “coins,” maps, postcards, jewelry, and ironwood at very reasonable prices. Great way to spend an hour or two learning about the area.

The team there is very knowledgeable on the history of trade around North and South America. Very nice environment and good history

This museum is tiny but it’s charming and it only cost us $2 to get into. I went back a week later to take my mom to go see it. The volunteer Sam is very knowledgeable and did a great job sharing all of his knowledge with us and even showed us a few things he has personally found. I would highly recommend giving this place a visit if your in the area

What a great place to visit and learn about the treasures. Corey had lots of interesting information to tell. Thanks for a wonderful visit. The video was very good, needs a bit of an update in the time frame to be more recent as well.

Perhaps the BEST Treasure Museum in all of Florida. A fantastic array of artifacts, treasures, history and the staff provide great info and stories. You may catch a dose of "treasure fever" after leaving this place. Walk outside and take a pic at the wheel and think about what it was in those times. I highly recommend this off-hidden museum that's truly one of kind!

A small museum that gives a brief history of the intersting history in the area. Worth a visit if you are in the area

We stopped by this museum and it was a highlight of our trip. I never knew about the shipwrecks and never knew this was why the area is called the “treasure coast”. The staff was incredibly friendly and genuinely excited to share their knowledge and relics. The artifacts and history boards were so interesting and the video played on repeat highly informative. It’s a fun stop and might get you excited to go hunt for nearby treasure.

Great little museum with a hidden gem of an observation deck. The ranger there is extremely friendly and knowledgeable.

Always great to visit and share stories about the 1715 Fleet with park employees and fellow 1715 Fleet members that u may run into. Nice displays of artifacts and colonial currency, weapons of the period. Amazing story of shipwreck survival, treasure, and the treasure hunters who found it. Definitely a great place to visit if you are into history shipwrecks pirates and treasure!

Excellent place to visit! Lots of information and treasure finds on the 11 ships lost in 1715. They provide a 45 minute video on the history of the shipwrecks and you can tour the building at your own pace. Very knowledgeable guides and super nice. Observation deck that overlooks the beach/ocean. Wheelchair accessible and seating provided throughout.

The museum is such a great place to learn about this chapter of history. The volunteers are very helpful. The movie could use some updating but was very interesting. The setting is amazing, very clean and well kept. Great field trip.

Such a lovely museum! The staff is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. The museum's collection is well kept and organized, so it's easy to follow the history and inspect various artifacts up close. The video presentation offers great insight about the 1715 fleet, so don't miss it! Overall, very pleasant and makes for a great little outing. Highly recommend to all!

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13180 North A1A, Vero Beach, FL 32963, USA

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A good older museum telling Mel Fisher’s story.This museum is located right off US1 on the east side of the road. It took me 3 times to find it since there was road construction being done right in front on the day I decided to visit it. I recommend approaching this from the Indian River Drive side. You will find it at the corner of This road and Jefferson street. The parking lot in front (next to the US-1 side) only has about 10 spaces. The entrance is on Jefferson street side. It may look dated but the story it tells about Mel Fisher is worth the visit. You enter and pay the fee (tickets are $8/person for adults). There is a film that explains the Mel Fisher story in a theater on the left. Once complete you exit the museum proper. It is a set of displays describing his treasure hunting, supreme court fight for treasure hunter rights, and his life and legacy. The authentic displays lead you into the gift shop where you can buy a piece of history. It is a great tribute to Mel Fisher, his history, his legacy, the treasures he found, and his fight to keep them against the government. The staff was great. The price was reasonable. If you want to learn about this fascinating person, this site is a diamond in the rough.

A really wonderful look at one of the greatest shipwreck treasure adventures of all time!Inexpensive (less than $10 each) for about an hour to see it all. Highly recommended.

Absolutely loved this place! So many cool things to explore and learn about and the staff is incredibly friendly too! Plus the locals discount is a great way to get people in the area to visit. Can't wait to come back!

We were thinking of things to do inside while at the beach. I saw this and they even have a coupon their website! So that's a win for getting me to go. My kids really enjoyed this experience. It definitely sparked an interest in treasure hunting. Watch the video in the beginning it explains a lot.

So loved this historical place! Lots of ship wrecked treasures to view. Staff was very helpful and had knowledge of the items. Some treasure finds are for sale or silver coins, etc. Wheelchair accessible and bathrooms on site. A must see for the history buffs. Admission was reasonable. Gift shop on site.

Excellent museum with more displays, information then we expected. Touching the gold bar and the value of the real bar was exciting.

Very cute place. The are making updates with some under water exhibit while we were there. So much treasure and cute details. Very entertaining to walk thru. Even thou it is small they make it look big with lots of little offsets and interactive things. The treasure is awesome! Would love to buy some .. but so expensive.. the lifting the gold bar was my favorite.. one of the reasons I went . So cool!.. wish I could touch a silver bar too .. the gift shop is cute too wish it was bigger.. the hallways were a little tight and hard to get thru even with just 6 people.. and a lot of people including myself take a minute to read things or look at things. Love the decor and the pirates! Wish there was more photo ops! I felt awkward trying to get a photo with the pirate with so many people in the tight place . But it was super neat. Love doing something different and learning a little about their family is cool! What a nice tradition to hold.. treasure hunters .. thank you for the experience.

You simply have to stop by. If treasure hunting ever sparked your imagination then this is a must see. Locals love it too! The shop has gorgeous one of a kind jewelry. The kids love the geodes.

Super interesting museum dedicated to the life of explorer, treasure hunter and diver Mel Fisher. Visit the Sebastian Chamber of Commerce beforehand and get $5 off admission.

There are two Mel Fisher museums, one in Sebastian and one in Key West. Both are excellent but I enjoyed the Sebastian location more. If you are interested in the 1622 Fleet, Atocha, or 1715 Fleet, you’ll feel right at home while visiting this museum. It is necessary to actually see and feel these artifacts to fully understand their impact and the story. The gift shop is great too. Lots of smaller artifacts, books, and coins for sale.

When you come visit the Sebastian River Area, located along the Treasure Coast, make sure you visit Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum and Gift Shop.Still owned and operated by the family of Mel Fisher, the museum boasts a spectacular collection of artifacts. You can watch a movie that shows treasure being uncovered, see photos capturing moments of recoveries, and finish your visit in the gift shop where you can purchase a piece of history.If you come to the SRACC Welcome Center first, we can give you a brochure that contains a coupon!Don't miss out on experiencing a piece of history at Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum & Gift Shop!

Great little museum. Makes you want to pick up treasure diving! Florida's coastal museums are rich with history and gold!

Amazing story of sunken treasure. A treasure trove of artifacts. Well displayed and you can purchase coins from 400 year old Spanish galleons.

Very cool to see how they found treasures off southern coast of Florida. They even sale real pirate coins. It's a short stop ,we'll worth it.

Great museum of many artifacts from the local 1715 fleet and the Atocha shipwrecks! You can even hold a gold bar from the wreck! They also have some of the treasure for sale too.

Nice displays that walk you through Mel Ficher's life story and ongoing work of the team. Get started with a short film about Mel and his family. Friendly staff. Less artifacts to see than in Key West, but nicely put together. My husband was extended a Veterans Discount, much appreciated. Lots of other discounts available, look before you go at places like Chamber of Commerce, Groupon.

Really nice, second visit, first time in Key West, but full of history and artifacts. Must see if in the area.

Very interesting and well set up depicting the story of the treasures found.

Great place to see and learn about the biggest sunken treasure find in American history. Great exhibit, Great gift shop. The staff very friendly and helpful with answers. It' a must to go to Key West and see the Big Mel Fisher Museum, That's where you will see the "Mother Load". We were lucky to meet Mel in Key West 30 years ago. I posted a photo..... Sorry No Photos of us now.

Went on a weekday with my wife very relaxed and enjoyable tour learned a lot and would recommend as a must see to anyone visiting the Treasure Coast area of Sebastian Inlet. Gift shop was great. Admission was very reasonable. We purchased our tickets on line in advance but there wasn’t a crowd or wait. Truly a must see museum, we will be back

Nice little museum that shows some of Mel Fisher’s treasure finds along with his history, as well as that of the shipwrecks and centuries past. It’s relatively small but they do pack a decent amount of artifacts and displays inside, along with a movie and gift shop. I would say adults would appreciate this more than younger children unless they are really into history, treasure hunting, etc. We visited in a Saturday afternoon and didn’t have to wait.

Cool little museum that isn’t too expensive. Has a neat historical video and some artifacts to see afterwards- nice place to visit to get some more history about the area.

Amazing collection of some of the best artifacts found by Mel fisher and sons. Plenty to read and look at. Well displayed and informative presentations, books, pamphlets, and real pieces of 8 to buy! Very friendly folks, we were the last in for the day, so I got to touch the gold bar!.

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1322 US-1, Sebastian, FL 32958, USA

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Impressive museum for a "small town". Staff was amazing and displays of art pieces from local artists was really neat. To see a Picasso or Matisse not far from an up and coming local talent shows you how amazing the Vero community is. Would highly recommend. Don't forget to see the outside sculptures in the back.

Great place to take your older kids (especially those that are artistic). It’s wonderful indoor activity. The outdoor sculpture garden is equally impressive. My kids loved it and loved reading about each piece of art. We homeschool through the summer so this was a perfect place for our field trip…mostly indoors and air-cooled.Be sure to ask a curator for the backstory of the art you view. So many of them have amazing backstories! It will make your experience that much more fun and engrossing, for you and your kids.

Great little museum but professionally taken care of with amazing exhibits. Always check on what's upcoming on their website featuring art, photography, paintings, sculpture and video. They also have an art school for kids along with workshops.

First time visiting here. I went over the weekend .Although it was nice and had an interesting Egyptian display with lots of interesting information. The museum was a bit small than others I have been to. Luckily there was a free art show outside the museum going so we went there afterwards which was nice. Nice spot to waste an hour for 2. This museum is located inside a beautiful park.

We had a homeschool field trip to the Vero art museum, and I think we were one of the first groups to come for a field trip since everything has opened up again. Our group was mostly younger children with my son being the only older age one. A group was given several sets of tour guides and all the guides were very friendly and knowledgeable.There is a children's section to the museum though it wasn't open when we visited. There's also a garden area but it started raining during our tour so we couldn't access it, the pavers get slippery in the rain.I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of art given how small the museum looks from the outside, and there was a lot of attention to detail given during the tours. There is a small gift shop here.

We visited the Vero Beach Museum of Art and took a guided tour of the exhibit Rolling Sculptures. It was an excellent experience. Our Docent, Deborah Flynn, was charming, patient, knowledgeable and enjoyed taking us walking around the cars, motorcycles and mascots. It was a very interesting well curated exhibit that took us all back to a time in history full of creativity and contrasts.

Beautiful museum with helpful employees. I am grateful for their hint to visit the schools' expositions too. It brought me back to my childhood with a smile on my face! There are real talents out there.

Lovely place! The M. C. Escher exhibit is a lot of fun and I suggest you all go and see it while it’s up. The museum guides are very friendly and come up to you to talk about the artists and tell you a bit about their life. Beautiful and well maintained place!

A very nice art museum nestled in Vero Beach.The Vero Beach Museum of Art is a cultural gem nestled in Florida’s Treasure Coast. The history of the Vero Beach Museum of Art is as fascinating as the art it houses. Founded by the Alliance for the Arts in 1978, it opened its doors to the public in 1986. Over the years, the museum has expanded and evolved, earning accreditation from the American Association of Museums. Today, it stands as a testament to the community’s love for art and culture. It is just south of the Barber Bridge and next to Johnston Catts Park. It offers a wonderful, enriching, and accessible art experience. Parking at the museum is easy, with ample free parking available right in front of the building, including handicapped spaces. This makes it convenient for visitors to access the museum without any hassle. The museum is committed to accessibility for all visitors. There’s a barrier-free ramp at the main entrance, and manual wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. The museum showcases a diverse collection of artwork, with pieces from renowned artists such as Dale Kennington, Hunt Slonem, and Edward Henry Potthast. The rotating exhibitions ensure there’s always something new to discover. There was an exhibit about Rock and Roll Billboards when I visited. It was fascinating and neat to see. There are outdoor areas both in front and to the side of the building that feature sculptures from various artist. The area and exhibits were clean and well-kept. The staff was very friendly and the art was fascinating. I plan to visit again when I get the chance and I would recommend this to any visitors to the area.

Watched the 4th of july fireworks 🎆 was amazing... 2024 kids had a blast

What a great museum. Today we saw the MC Escher exhibit and we loved it! Very clean and quiet. We will be back.

Ok, not a art critic but this place is very cool. Spent a day here with the wife. Very elegant and classy. Staff was super nice and knowledgeable from my point of view. Check out there schedule, worth going too. Will go back

I can believe a small town like Vero Beach has such a terrific art museum. The exhibits change regularly, the space is beautiful, and the docents are friendly and knowledgeable. The outdoor sculpture garden is beautiful! The price of admission is really reasonable.

The night projector installations a brilliant idea. Something really nice to do after hours and enjoy the creativity of others and experience with alike of the community. Such a fun and creative idea definitely should consider this monthly as an event to attend to and rotating the art and themes it as it goes. Thank you for doing this!

This is an unexplored gym, who knew? The grounds are spectacular and the facility is First Rate. We didn't know about this place, but we do now!

I’m not extremely into art but this exhibit is very cool. I had the pleasure of being in town while the MC Escher exhibit was available which was the main reason I decided to go. It did not disappoint. I really enjoy his artwork and the trippy ideas he had. Was nice that military/first responders get in free.

We came to the MOA to see Rolling Sculpture. We had not been here previously. There is plenty of parking and we took some time walking the grounds prior to going inside. The Museum is small, with only a few exhibition halls, but it is beautiful. We spent about two hours here and really enjoyed the visit.

One of the best museums I’ve ever visited! I’ll be honest I didn’t expect much from this museum because I was visiting Fort Pierce (somewhere I’ve never heard of) with a friend and we were looking for something fun to do. I didn’t expect such amazing and emotionally moving works of art. This has taught me not to judge a book by its cover (or not to judge a place just because you’ve never heard of it!). I’ve added my photos of my two favorite pieces. If I ever visit Vero Beach again this is the first place I’ll be visiting. Thank you for displaying such wonderful artwork!

Loved the kids zone it has alot of cool features , one where they get to bring,their drawings to life! And then interact with it on the wall. Pretty amazinh

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3001 Riverside Park Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963, USA

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This garden is wonderful. If you’re thinking even a little bit about visiting, DO IT!First off, it’s very affordable, the staff is all very friendly and helpful, and the entire grounds is spotless.Secondly, the area is huge with something magical to look at every single step you take. Make sure to get a map since a lot of the paths are interweaving.We ended up buying a membership as we left and already excited to visit again soon. HIGHLY suggest a stop by. It’s something you will likely remember for a very long time after you leave.

We had a fantastic time! So beautiful! I took along my two tiny travelers, a two year old and a 12 year old. They both had a blast. They enjoyed the trails. The tot could not stop talking about the giant mushroom statue. And they loved cooling off in the splash pad area. Highly suggest going, great for kids and adults of all ages. We spent about 3 hours or so. And we probably still didn’t see all of it. As we spent most of the time in the children’s garden. But we are already planning another trip!

Beautiful garden with lots of pretty flowers, ponds, and trees. Also saw lots of interesting reptiles running around.The kids' zone looked like a fun spot for young kids who like climbing and exploring. The kids' zone also had those in ground water spouts/fountains that shoot up water for kids to get wet/cool down so be sure to bring their trunks/bathing suits if you don't mind them getting wet.Can get a little warm on a hot summer day, but there are a lot of shaded trails that help with the temperatures.

This visit, the last before our two boys have a baby sister join the pack, was all about the kiddos.The yearly family pass is a great investment for anyone who has the ability to visit several times a year and, while we've been busy with our recent move to Vero along with projects with our "new" 1933 house and ~1 acre lot and therefore have only visited two times since buying the pass in July, it was still worth it.Hopefully, I'll be able to peruse the beautiful gardens next time; this visit was straight into the kids splash area, then to the pirates ship (it made me conscious of my back's decline in flexibility!), then back to the car. Destination: Ice Cream!

This place is beautiful and a great way to spend several hours. The grounds are immaculately maintained and the overall atmosphere is serene (except maybe for the Kid's space). The café is worth a visit on its own and definitely I'm glad that the community managed to save this sliver of Florida history.

This is one of the most beautiful botanical gardens I’ve ever been to. Highly recommend becoming a member as it includes memberships to other botanical gardens throughout Florida. This place requires multiple visits with winding pathways through shaded tree covered areas and open sunny spots with beautiful water features. It’s amazing. There’s also an awesome children’s garden that allows kids to have fun and play in a safe area. Parents will be relieved to know there’s only one way in and one way out of the garden so they can watch their children safely. Here’s some photos of the beautiful flowers and vegetation you may see! Don’t forget to look up, there’s tons of bird life. We saw a hawk with her nest way up high. So cool!

The McKee Botanical Gardens was beautiful! Lots of great photo opportunities. A lot of different orchids and fun dinosaurs across the area with a cute kids center if you bring your kids. There is a Cafe, though it was closed when we went. Hope there are more variations of plants for our next visit, but overall really loved it!

Beautiful garden with a dense canopy and lots of opportunities for capturing intimate shots. A smaller size property compared to some, made for a nice leisurely walk while still seeing everything. A little off the beaten path but well worth the drive. Great kids area with a unique playground.

Ti had been wanting to visit since moving into the area over 4 years ago, and I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit on July 19th. We entered at about 3:30, knowing that the gardens closed at 5, but we managed to see most of the property. Thankfully, there were plenty of shady areas and trails to keep us from overheating on the hot July day (*you are permitted to bring water with you). There are a lot of interesting features and beautiful plants. Some are identified by markers and/or signage, and it would be helpful if more were. We had the added treat of an interesting exhibit of "balanced rock sculptures" that were displayed throughout the grounds. They even had a map showing where each of the 25 installations were located, and while we found many, we ran of time before finding all 25. I would highly recommend purchasing one of the membership options, as the admission fee is $15 per adult for a single day visit, yet you can purchase a 1 year membership for a single adult at $50 which allows unlimited visits for a full year from date of purchase (*another membership option for 1 adult plus a guest is only $60 for a year of visits). I look forward to returning, but plan to go earlier to have more time to explore!

A very well maintained and quite exotic garden. Lots of water ways and butterflies all around. We saw plenty of fish and a couple of small turtles on our visit. There were some nice artful touches as well as several tastefully constructed shaded areas and a large central building with an historic overview video presentation. There is an on site resteraunt (we didn't use) that looked very nice and had inside and shaded outside seating. The staff were lovely and our visit was well worth the entrance fee due to the professional way the gardens are managed.

this place is absolutely beautiful. If you’re looking for somewhere quiet and serene, this is the place to go. There are so many beautiful spots and lots of benches throughout the park. I would recommend using some bug spray because the mosquitoes were out and about. The check-in staff are really nice. The café is also available and has good options. The bathrooms are pretty clean.

A must! Such a fun and absolutely beautiful experience! My daughter is 4 and had a blast! Bathrooms in several areas, Cafe, gift shop, and splash pad for kids in children's garden. So peaceful and family friendly!!

Beautiful and small botanical garden. Easy for seniors and people in wheel chairs to access. I went with my father and we had a wonderful time. Make sure to put bug spray on before you go as it is very much a tropical garden.I was surprised by how nice the Cafe on site was. I got an iced coffee and freshly baked chocolate croissant and it was absolutely delicious. They also offered complimentary strawberry and mint water. Which was very refreshing after being out in the Florida heat..

Beautiful relaxing garden with a splash area for kids and a play area as well. Enjoy a nice peaceful walk around the garden. There is a cafe as well open until 3 pm. Definitely a good tourist attraction! Kids under 2 are free. $15.00 for adults.

Very well-maintained garden surrounding a maze of streams and ponds. I visited in the middle of the day, during the middle of September. Although it was a little humid, my stroll was pretty much shaded the whole time. It took me about an hour and a half to walk the trails. Can you imagine what it would’ve been like to visit this place in 1932, when there was wildlife like monkeys, big game, and alligators? My thanks to Arthur and Waldo for this awesome attraction! Also, kudos to the people who’ve maintained it over the years 😍😊😘

I'm only giving it 5 stars because I can't give 10. Great gardens. The new children's area is top notch. Very well thought out with perfect activities for kids. Bring clothes the kids can get wet in to enjoy the splash pad but plenty of great places for the kids and parents even without the splash pad. The gardens themselves are very well thought out and have great picture spots. We actually arrived right as it started to rain and thought the paths would not be good after it rained but they were actually perfect. The gravel they use on the paths made them not muddy and very enjoyable to walk on even wet. The rain actually cleared the gardens out of people so we had the place to ourselves for a while after the rain stopped. They have a very nice cafe for food and drinks. And the staff was great.

Wonderfully magical garden with fascinating history for the whole family. Nice children's play area. The Gardens offers activities like crafts, special guests, and tours. Their Garden Grill serves delicious reasonably priced food.

What an amazing place! So many beautiful trees, unique flowering plants, sculptures, mosaic art pieces, and other visual surprises. There's also a children's garden with things to climb on and a water feature to splash around in, plus a lovely shop and cafe. Don't know why there aren't any other positive reviews here; this place is a gem and well worth the visit.

My husband and I have been to McKee Bontanical Garden on three successive visits to Vero Beach. It is so beautiful and meticulously maintained. The staff is friendly. The grounds are extraordinarily beautiful. The sculptures (which change from time to time) add a lot to experience. And the price of admission ($15) is incredibly low, considering the quality of the experience.

This is a lovely botanical garden. Its main focus is native plants to Florida. It’s very very buggy so make sure to bring bug spray. They do have some if you forget to bring your own.

We do enjoy visiting this botanical garden 🪴 We are pass holders (which I highly recommend. It’s a bit more than a regular entry but well worth it, as you get entry into several other gardens, as well). They have special events throughout the year that you won’t want to miss. We just went for the holiday lights (they have a special night for pass holders). It was pretty, as always, but it seemed like they didn’t have as much this year. Don’t be discouraged though. Be sure to check it out during the day too. There is a little cafe, but it doesn’t appear to be very dietary restriction friendly. They have a kid zone which is Awesome and a little gift shop too.

Beautiful tropical gardens! I really enjoyed the information of the history of the site. The garden staff was friendly and I had a great chat with a Gardener over waterlilies. There is a great children's garden with a giant pirate ship and a splash pad.

Stunningly beautiful McKee Botanical Garden is a special place. Very interesting history of how it opened in the 30s, closed in the 70s, and reopened after a massive grassroots effort to rescue it from condo development and restore it to its former glory. There is ample free parking, children's programs, gift shop, and café. This garden is non-profit and staffed by both paid personnel and many dedicated volunteers. Price for admission is $15. It has reciprocal agreements with many other botantical gardens. It is a piece of Old Florida history and is not to be missed. Highly recommended.

This botanical garden is amazing! I loved all of the flowers. It was easy to navigate and the children’s area looked like fun.

A lovely historical "jungle" barn and garden that have been restored! The current exhibit of avian sculptures made it interesting and fun to search for each one, and signage provided information about each bird species. Numerous plants were in bloom. This is a perfect afternoon excursion, and you could have lunch in the cafe. We saw people of all ages. Peaceful, lovely trails that were easy to navigate with a map. Not all paved, but I did see some light wheel chairs being pushed.

I’ve been to 3 botanicalGardens in the last few weeks and this by far is #1 out of all those. The Christmas tree light display was beyond incredible. Everything was set up so perfect and precise. The staff was very friendly and guided you like you were on a tour. $15 admission. Got there at 6pm when it opened and it was packed already. Will return next year for hopefully another visit.

It's such a beautiful place! My family and I (including my service dog) visit a botanical garden each year we go on vacation, and this has been the best one. Absolutely recommend!

Beautiful peaceful place to walk through! Plants, waterfalls, trees, ponds, stone bridge and nice trails carved throughout.The artists that made bamboo statues of birds were very interesting!There is a restaurant, gift shop and public restrooms.Plenty of parking and reasonable entry fee.There are planned events posted for kids on a sign.A lot of people contributed a lot of time and effort to preserve this area making it a beautiful place to enjoy!

This place was stunning! Absolutely beautiful landscape, small walking paths and beautiful artwork really gave a good feeling to this place. You can't go wrong checking this place out!!!! We spent a few hours here just looking at everything. Very relaxing

This place was a 2 hour drive for me and 15$ a piece to get in (2 of us) but when I tell you their place was so well worth it it was. You can spend hours in here and just get lost. I love it and willCome back it’s gorgeous in here!!!!!! There is a cafe inside so no need to leave just enjoy

What an immaculate garden! Certainly a must-do for “old-Florida” enthusiasts, roadside travelers, and residents alike. If you’re familiar with Florida’s Botanical Gardens, this spot was designed by the same folks that did Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales) and Fairchild Gardens (Coral Gables) - and it undoubtedly measures up to both. Not only featuring a diverse array of flora, this park boasts one of a kind “garden features“ like the Spanish kitchen, Hall of Giants, garden folly kaleidoscope, and giant mushroom just to name a few. The park blends grassy open areas with a winding canal and a thick tropical hammock. There’s a café on site with an education building that makes this spot ideal for adults and children alike. You could easily spend, two hours on site just walking through the gardens.We went on an afternoon that allowed us to experience the gardens both in sunshine and in rain and frankly, both produced a special type of magic. I think you’d be hard pressed to feel stressed or anxious in this space; it’s so serene and peaceful. The aroma of plants and flowers complimented by a towering tree canopy make the stroll through the gardens one of tranquility.A few notes to prepare you for your visit:🅿️ Parking is free on site; there is only one lot in the front of the complex⏰ You can get through the park in about an hour if you’re walking rather quickly, but I’d suggest allowing 2-3 hours to have the full experience - especially if you have children!➡️ Gates inside the park close at 4:55 PM and gates to leave the parking lot close at 5:00 PM. The staff here is VERY strict about this rule. If you’re looking to have an uninterrupted visit and avoid feeling rushed, I’d be intentional about wrapping your visit up no later than 4:45.

Been twice and will be back again. I find it therapeutic just to wander through the beautiful trails.Lots of labels so you can identify the plants. Highlights for me were the gorgeous water lilies on the pond and the kaleidoscope area. The visuals were stunning. Trails are easy to follow, mostly in shade. Check out the Hall of Giants for some history. You can do most everything in 2 hrs. Separate event: The annual car show (Feb) was crowded- come early next year or plan to park offsite and take a shuttle.

Beautiful garden. Makes me feel like I'm in Hawaii. Probably the nicest one on Florida's East Coast. I could spend hours here. The only downside is the mosquitos. Depending on the season and weather it can be very bad. This last time we only lasted 10 mins inside the garden due to the amount of bites we were getting. We ended up buying the family annual pass so we plan on going back when the mosquitos calm down. We are also looking forward to the Christmas events!

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350 US-1, Vero Beach, FL 32962, USA

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The museum was a fantastic experience. It's not the biggest, but each item and exhibit was authentic and high quality. Extra points if you are able to speak to some of the workers regarding the origin stories of some of the pieces. There is a military discount for veterans and active duty. The grounds outside the building also have really great exhibits. To cap it off, you can walk from the parking lot to the beach and enjoy some fun and sun all in one visit

This place is cool! The outdoors are totally free and perfect for kids (of all ages). There is a fee to tour the museum inside. The ships are amazing and really give you a sense of the hardships of battle. After your done here, you can go directly to the beach in the same parking lot, or the playground next door. BTW parking is ample and also free 😃

This is a must see if you are in the area and I’d say it is even if you have to drive a while. All the items on display here are authentic and not replica which was really cool. Lots of great things to see on display and things to learn. The staff here is great and knowledgeable as well. I learned a lot about the history of the SEALS which was really interesting. I had no idea that they started right in Ft. Pierce. This place is an awesome place to visit. Do yourself a favor and check it out.

Great place if you are there when there is not a crowd. I enjoyed all the exhibits. They were quite interesting and the obstacle course outside was fun. At the same time, I was quite disappointed about the inconsistency of mask wearing among the staff and the inability to socially distance within this setting. That's why I only gave a 4. We were between 2 large groups of people who were oblivious to everyone else around them and totally ignored any type of 6 foot space. Even a staff member who was unmasked continued to approach me (masked )to talk about something-disregarding my "No, thankyou"'s and my backing away from him. I just found it surprising during Covid. I think it would work better if there was perhaps an overall limit on the number of people in the building at one time so there is more ability to have some distance from others.

Being a Navy Veteran, this place has been on my list for a while. I finally got the opportunity to go today. (9/3/22) It's an INCREDIBLE experience. A very well laid out museum with tons to see and interact with. It really brought back a lot of memories for me.If you are planning on going, set aside a GOOD block of time. Also try to go when the weather is good because there is a lot to see outside on the grounds as well.Just an overall incredible experience. I look forward to going back, hopefully with friends and share all the history contained therein.

This museum has so much information so I recommend allotting 2-3 hours to tour. I really enjoyed my time there and learned so much about the Histiry of the Navy Seals.The museum and grounds are spectacular and so well kept. I was super impressed with everything.Mr. Andy Brady runs the museum and he shared quite a bit of the SEAL history as we were leaning facility.There is a store on site with souvenirs and more. I highly recommend visiting if in the area or have a passion for the Navy Seals.

I brought my two year old and my 8 year old here. I was able to use a wagon and navigate thru pretty okay. It has lots of gear, weapons, machinery-pretty much everything navy seals use and have used. They show you the changes in equipment over the decades. They have an outdoor obstacle course that the navy seals use. My son had fun. They also had some boats, and other vehicles that you can actually get inside of. There is a small memorial garden honoring fallen seals throughout the different wars. I feel like it’s a bit pricey for what they have and to be honest to allow people to experience history. Adults are $15, children are $7 and toddlers and infants are free.There are a couple of picnic tables you can sit at and snack on. It does say no backpacks or big bags but because I had my son I guess they let me through with them-they didn’t question me.

A very insightful and educational experience. I enjoyed the exhibits,the staff and Historical information. I learnt a lot and felt extremely greatful for those that have sacrificed their lives and fought for this great nation and the world.

Excellent museum for all ages. Interactive and informative with recent updates. Free entrance after 3pm. Closed Monday. Highly recommend if you’re in the area. And beach short walk away.

What a tribute to those who have kept us safe and freedom alive! Weapons, vehicles, and moving stories of heroic sacrifice fill every corner. Modern static and interactive displays. Videos are so well done. Full size Blackhawk Helicopter inside. History spans from early beginnings as training ground right in Fort Pierce for WWII UDT Frogmen to today's SEAL (Sea/Air/Land) Teams. Outside is an amazing collection of boats and displays. Gift shop is well stocked with many mementos for your visit. We took 2 hours and scratched the service. Tickets are so reasonably priced. Don't miss WII beginnings: Normandy Invasion clearing mines and beach fortifications while being shot at and all with "swim trunks and a knife".

What a gem! A fantastic family friendly museum! Th kids learned so much and truly enjoyed the hands-on, engaging activities inside the museum and the ropes course outside! HIGHLY recommended!!

Wife and I were just passing through meandering our way back from Miami and by chance found this place. I will say I was taken aback at the history and the exhibit was amazingly put together and the staff was soooo knowledgeable about every aspect of the navy seal community I didn't want to leave I wanted to stay and learn everything I possibly could but had to get home plus they were closing but I highly recommend seeing this if you wanna know exactly how tough and how great out navy seals are 10 stars isn't enough for this place.

Leave it to UDT (oh yeah, Seals) to have a museum this awesome. We've visited three times and each time learn something new or discover a display that somehow missed our attention on the previous visit.Make sure to visit on a sunny day as the outside displays (mostly SDVs and watercraft) are worth the walk.The gift store? Just have your credit card at the ready, that's all I have to say about that.

The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum is an absolute treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the remarkable feats of the Navy's elite forces. From the gripping exhibits detailing the daring missions of the UDTs and SEALs to the awe-inspiring collection of artifacts showcasing their bravery and innovation, every corner of this museum immerses you in the extraordinary world of naval special operations. Whether you're a history buff, a military enthusiast, or simply seeking inspiration, this museum offers an unforgettable experience that leaves you with a profound appreciation for the sacrifices and achievements of these extraordinary warriors.

Very impressed with this museum! The size can be deceiving from the outside. Every inch of this building is packed full of awesome artifacts and information.It’s also very clean and well kept. Also very easy to navigate.I highly recommend! Took us around 1 hour and 15 minutes to slowly walk and watch the videos.

The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum in Florida is truly an epic experience for anyone interested in the history of the Navy SEALs and the incredible sacrifices they've made for our country. From the moment you step onto the grounds of the museum, you can feel the weight of the history and the importance of the mission these brave men have undertaken.The museum is filled with an amazing collection of artifacts, exhibits, and interactive displays that bring to life the heroic stories of the Navy SEALs. From the early days of the Underwater Demolition Teams to the modern-day operations, every aspect of their remarkable journey is captured in vivid detail.The highlight of the museum is undoubtedly the actual gear, weapons, and equipment used by the SEALs, including the famous MK V Special Operations Craft and the SEAL Delivery Vehicle. Walking through these displays, you can't help but be in awe of the skill, bravery, and dedication of these warriors.The museum also offers a number of hands-on experiences, like the chance to climb aboard a real Navy SEAL Mini-Sub and to test your skills on the SEAL Obstacle Course. These activities give you a small glimpse into the intense training and preparation that these elite soldiers undergo in order to carry out their missions.One of the most moving parts of the museum is the tribute to the fallen heroes of the SEAL teams. The memorial wall and the displays honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice serve as a powerful reminder of the tremendous courage and sacrifice of these brave men.The staff at the museum are incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated to sharing the incredible history and legacy of the Navy SEALs. Their enthusiasm and willingness to engage with visitors make the experience even more enriching.Visiting the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum is not just a visit to a museum; it's an opportunity to gain a deep understanding and appreciation for the men who have served and continue to serve in the Naval Special Warfare community. This museum provides a truly epic and humbling experience that will leave you with a profound sense of respect and admiration for the Navy SEALs and their unwavering commitment to our their nation.

So much better than expected! My wife spent a lot more time reading the displays next to the exhibits, and was more interested than she thought she would have been going in. The story telling is great, displays include everything from vehicles, boats, helicopters and gear. Great gift shop with reasonable things appropriate for friends and family. Discounts for families, seniors and vets. Go!

A must see for every freedom loving American citizen! Humbling, inspiring and truly amazing! And a fitting tribute to the warriors who have served!

An incredible museum, and tribute to our Navy Seals. I highly recommend visiting.

Very interesting visit. We learned a lot about Fort Pierce History.

What a great place to visit!! I am so thankful for these men who have given everything for our freedom!!! My wife's uncle was on Seal Team 2 and found his name on the wall. The staff was so helpful in finding his graduation photo!

Went to the annual Veterans Day celebration, and the museum staff put on another outstanding show. The fly-in and demonstrations were excellent

If you're in the area, this is definitely worth visiting. The history surrounding the museum is very interesting. The exhibits are all excellent and informative as are the friendly staff. It's a beautiful museum and beautiful grounds. The admission is also reasonable.

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3300 N Hwy A1A, Fort Pierce, FL 34949, USA

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The outlets are well-appointed and impeccably clean, making for a pleasant shopping experience. Despite this, a significant portion of the retail spaces remain unoccupied, giving parts of the complex a somewhat deserted feel. During my visit, I shopped at several stores, including Coach, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and Michael Kors, as well as a few shoe stores for my boyfriend’s birthday gifts. The staff in each store were exceptionally helpful. However, I noticed a lack of EV charging stations, which would be a valuable addition. Adding a few charging points, even with a nominal fee, would greatly benefit EV drivers looking to top off while shopping or dining.The variety of stores available is impressive, and the discounts offered at these outlets are quite attractive. It’s easy to find good deals on high-quality items, which makes the shopping experience even more enjoyable. The layout of the outlets is convenient, with ample parking and easy access to the stores. The food court and available dining options are decent, offering a range of choices to suit different tastes.One thing that could improve the overall experience is more entertainment options or events to draw in more visitors and create a livelier atmosphere. This would help offset the impact of the unoccupied retail spaces and make the area feel more vibrant. Additionally, better signage and maps would be helpful for first-time visitors to navigate the outlet more efficiently.Overall, the outlets have a lot of potential and provide a good shopping experience, but with a few enhancements like EV charging stations and more entertainment options, it could become an even more attractive destination for shoppers.

DURING COVID REVIEW:People here are so nice, but the outlet isn’t what it used to be (coming from someone who took various trips here up to late 2019).Maybe due to COVID-19 and the decline in visits to the mall, but stores such as Nike Outlet Factory and GH Bass are gone. You’ll walk out of a store, pass about two empty spaces, then reach another.Every store has a hand sanitizer right when you walk in, and people inside are wearing masks. Most check-outs have a plexiglass glass, and some stores have “space stickers” on the floor which aren’t really followed.Stores that are still worth a bang for your buck:- Adidas (up to 50% off)- GAP (up to 50% off)- Ralph Lauren (up to 25% off)- Columbia Sportswear (up to 40% off)- Tommy Hilfiger (closes 1 hour before the rest)- Reebok- Calvin Klein- Coach- Williams SonomaUPDATE MAY 2022:The outlet seems like it’s bouncing back. There are more customers, the stores have more products/variety, etc. There are still empty spaces but stores such as Polo by Ralph Lauren and Adidas are very well stocked during my visit.My change from 3 starts to 4 stars is because the stores that are actually open are super clean, are well stocked, and the employees are super helpful.

Many storefronts were empty. There was a hot dog vendor for food, but I didn't indulge so I can't comment though it looked fine. There were a couple of bargains to be had. Nice place to read a book while my bride shopped.

Really surprising that there are zero restaurants here in this outdoor mall. Only a few higher end brands. Place was pretty dead even on black Friday weekend. Get some better brands and some restaurants and i think this place can be salvaged!

Outlet malls offer a unique shopping experience - their uniform design ensures easy navigation, but can also lead to a sense of deja vu and uncertainty about location. However, I enjoy shopping at these malls because I can always find my desired shoes in my size at a reasonable price, regardless of the city I'm in. I highly recommend outlet malls for a great shopping experience.

So love this Outlet come every other weekend to shop….always catch a Great sale it’s always worth the drive…..GO CHECK IT OUT!!!!!

Went for a girls outlet trip and was disappointed by only a few stores. Mostly just bought shoes at Clark’s and Sketchers. Not much else to see. Definitely recommend going to Orlando, Daytona or even St. Augustine outlets instead.

Wonderful place to shop.. particularly Calvin Klein, Wrangler, and Beales. Ralph Lauren is BEYOND overpriced, and that lil Sports store in the corner has some REALLY cool unique stuff, tho pricey. Also has this nice little lounge for free coffee, water, and some AC.

My family and I have been coming here since 97! Back then it was much more fun to shop here especially during the holidays when the weather was usually gorgeous. Nowadays you can buy what you want online, so it's no wonder why these outlets don't have big turnouts like they did decades ago.

It makes me sad to see what they jave become from 15 years ago.Now it's a glorified outdoor mall. VERY slight discount compared to normal mall stores. Some deals are decent like buy one get one half off.Stores are very well kept and nice. Parking lot isn't 100% but relatively well kept.The prices used to be better. They pale in comparison to what they used to be in terms of appearance and overall satisfaction.Used to have food shops too like TCBY frozen yogurt. I miss the Bose and Corningware stores.I do wonder how their deals are during black Friday and other major sales holidaysEDIT: Cracker barrel exists as it does at many other highway exits. But I prefer the Stromboli or calzone from Devile's at the 7 eleven about 2 miles east of 95.

Traffic here would be great if all the snow birds weren't bad at navigating the lanes. The Outlets are great though, so we all suffer through it. Snow birds go home please. FL doesn't want you here. I'm talking to you, NJ, CT, NH, NY

What happened here? At least 3/4 of the mall is vacated....a classic case of blight. The only reason I am giving this one star is because of the few holdouts who are still there....good people who are trying their best in a VERY BAD situation.To think that Vero Beach Outlets was once considered a destination for locals and tourists alike. So sad!

It has a limited number of stores. It has shoe outlets, several name brands of Clothing and a Carters children store. It has plenty of parking and appears to be a very clean and safe area. I don't consider it to be a mall you go to for roaming various stores, but absolutely a mall for a store you target. Check out the web site to see if a store product or brand is located there. Especially if you are near the Vero Beach area. It's easy in and out access to I-95.

Visit Vero beach outlets mall is a pleasure. Spending two to three hours walking around all the stores is fun and a way to get rid of week work stress. There are plenty of high quality cloth and shoes stores to visit, all of them well decorated and organize to make you feel confortable and welcomed.Besides once you feel tired of walking and hungry there is a great restaurant just one block away, Crackel Barrel with excellent delicious meal to enjoy.

You can't expect to get a great deal at ANY store lately. Just enjoy the fact that you are free to walk and browse. I enjoyed the company of family, and we did purchase a few items here and there. One big upset-NO INDOOR FOOD PLACE! STRANGE.

A lot of stores have left since my last visit but I’m still very happy with what’s left. The stores are clean, the employees are friendly. You can make a nice few hours and walk the entire outlet complex. Skechers, Polo, Tommy Hilfiger,Coach, Michael Kors, Williams and Sonoma, Carters, adidas, Hanes, Sunglass Hut, Gap, Crocs. Plenty of parking and they have a courtesy shuttle that operates during the day for elderly, disabled, or just lazy :). I really hope more stores come back. It’s a great location right off i95.

I love slot car racing at Slot Car Raceway and Hobby Shop. Friendly owners and great racetracks!

I remember this area having so much more.. While much of the plaza was empty & for lease, there wasn't a single restaurant of any kind. I highly recommend eating before coming here to shop!

Nice place. It’s worth to visit this outlet. there are many famous stores. Adidas, Calvin Klein, Michael Cros, Coach and others. If you wanna a good discount, I highly recommend this place.

A pretty decent place to shop...there are still some good deals to be had there. We went there in search of a specific thing and were able to find it. Give it a shot if you're around.

Good outlet mall with a variety of shops to choose from. There are a few hotels here as well as two restaurants. The Cracker Barrel and the steak and shake are the only two available. There are outparcels to build on in the future. Most of the outlet shops are clothing related though there are a couple of nice shops that sell furnishings. Close to 95 and excellent ingress/egress onto SR 60.

This place is absolutely meticulous. Great layout. But they are really short on stores. So much potential here. They need to attract more vendors somehow.

Sadly to see such a well maintained mall have so many shops empty! A couple of high end stores like coach, Tommy Hilfiger and Polo Ralph Lauren remain open but not much else to get excited about! It’s a pleasant walk around on a call day, quite a large lot! Staff friendly, plenty of parking

It’s a nice outlet good stores open m mall not like back north. After shopping don’t forget to stop at the Steak n Shake the best milkshakes in town no doubt.

There is hidden table Tennis (ping pong)club located at the east side of of the outlet shops. I enjoy playing and having fun every time I’m home, friendly Staff, helpful, pleasant environment, prices are reasonable, no pressure, so if you are in vero beach, Fl stop by and say hi, much love and safe travels !

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1824 94th Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32966, USA

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Great experience and even the younger kids remained engaged. Very nicely laid out and everything was maintained well. Would love to come again and spend more time checking out the rotating car display. Also, very veteran friendly with admission.

I thought this was a really nice museum, and it really does showcase a lot of different aspects of local life and interests. There's a great car collection, gallery of baseball memorabilia, a surfing museum-within-a-museum, and a whole lot more. Being able to get a free shuttle ride to the House of Refuge was nice, too. One of the best moments was when Larry, a 93 year old volunteer sitting near the speedboat he built and eventually donated to the museum, shared a photo album of the boat's construction. Would definitely recommend this museum to others.

What a gem! Right here in Stuart, FL. Interesting and educational with a friendly, professional staff! Met so many nice people there. If you like planes, trains and automobiles this is for you!

What an excellent museum! It was definitely bigger than I imagined. I drove 2 hours to come check this place out. It was worth the drive. So much history here. Great collection of automobiles. I loved everything about it. I highly recommend if you are in the area or looking for something to do.

A lovely museum in Stuart, Florida.This is easy to get to as it is located on the south side of A1A where the road turns to the north and travels up the coast from the town of Stuart. It is a 2 story brick and glass structure. There is a small parking lot to the north and additional parking to the east of the building between it and the beach. The entrance is on the north side of the structure. You walk into a Foucalt pendulum on display. The counter where you can purchase tickets is to the right and the museum is to right and behind that. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Military are free and there are discounts for seniors. We got the combination ticket that allows you to see the museum and the nearby House of Refuge. The museum celebrates lots of celebrities and history that are unique to Stuart and the area to include Sterling Elliott. There are 2 stories of exhibits to include a very impressive historic car display, a baseball card display, Sterling Elliot exhibit and, when I visited, a King Tut exhibit. If you get the combination ticket, they will drive you to and from the House of Refuge. Overall, it was a very nice museum with a lot of fascinating local history and memorabilia.

One of the best museums on the treasure coast. You can see many many very vintage cars that are very cool and even some of the first electric cars ever made. I would suggest anybody going here just for the history of Stuart sewell's point in the surrounding areas. Class act all the way.

This is the oasis in Florida. What an amazing museum of cars and antiques. Cool stuff, great information, and lots of learning today on our journey to lunch on the beach, a good 1 to 2 hour distraction.Cars, boats, models, trains, and a couple of cool facts!

I hadn’t been here since the new building was constructed 10 years ago. The car collection is certainly a highlight, as is the system that allows you to select and bring down cars from the upper levels for a closer examination. However there are other impressive displays as well, including a wonderful selection of paintings by The Highwaymen.

So glad we stopped in for a visit. The museum is absolutely worth a trip if you are in the area. Our family really enjoyed it.

This museum was a pleasant surprise. My family and I enjoyed it immensely. We were in town and looking for indoor activities and came across this gem. Staff is extremely friendly. The car collection is quite impressive. I loved the Everglades through pictures section.

I enjoyed the visit. The Egyptian exhibit was very nice.Also Wheels of change is espectacular. Holds Over Fifty beautiful vehicles.

Great museum with rich history of the Treasure Coast. Great selection of cars with a cool system to take a car off a multi-level rack to a display. Just pick the car and the device rings the car front and center and gives you a 360 view.Interesting display as this is a replica of a steam engine that was produced in my hometown in upstate New York.

The Elliot museum is a very cool looking modern building near the beach. It has a rotating exhibit that feature local artists and photographers. It has some interesting historical information about people and places in Florida. There is a large collection of old cars, trucks, bikes, motorcycles, and an airplane. My favorite part was the old general store that is from the late 1800's.

Fun, interesting and awesome.Covers much more than just cars.

I stopped here on the way home because Steve, out at the refuge, suggested the combo ticket. Although I think the museum focuses, foremost, on motor vehicle technology, then history, I think I like the… Well, you can see from the pictures what I like the most. I had a great time here and I will be back. Especially because there are a couple of paintings that I want to buy from the gift shop

Awesome King Tut display but the rest of the museum is really something. A variety of historical items from the area and well worth the price of admission my fellow travelers.

First time here, always see it on the way home and since it’s my birthday today decided to check it out. The car collection is very nice, beautiful cars, the way they have them set up I can stay here for hours as I am a car enthusiast. The paintings are gorgeous and found out about THE HIGHWAYMEN and their art 🖼️ wonderful wonderful… I would love to come back with my son, perfect place if you want to see some very cool things.

The Elliot museum's car collection is primarily model A and T older cars, but there are several more modern cars to enjoy.The real amazing part of this collection is that nearly 50 cars are racked in an automated storage system. Each car requested for viewing is brought out of the three story racks and placed on a revolver turntable for viewing. A technological marvel worth the visit.The staff were pleasant and willing to show me many requests for specific cars.I enjoyed it immensely and recommend a visit if you are in the Stuart Florida area or passing nearby on travel.

Very cool museumEspecially if you like old cars.

Great place to learn about local history. Wonderful collection of old cars, baseball history, and artifacts from the past.

Well organized, air conditioned and friendly staff that are knowledgeable. Some exhibits are permanent while others rotate. The car exhibit was the best ever. With over 50 cars to choose from, it it automated and a system retrieves the care and brings it to you to view. Stunning!

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Such a great Place! Years ago they were tiny but just as great, now they have built and expanded so many beautiful and truly enriching experiences on the property. There is a beautiful gift shop when you walk in ( be prepared to want to shop, truly I wish I had for that in my budget it’s like a mermaid emporium) and then they have a stingray touch pool just outside that we’re you can sit and learn about them and also touch them- including toddlers which was very cool. My little 2 year old darling was so excited by them and would have jumped in if I let her ha! Next to that is an interactive young childrens area- both are outside. Then the newest attraction is a big “air conditioned” building with another interactive room with puzzles for older kids and then a nice small little museum type walk through that introduces you to our local marine ecosystems which was done really well. Again my toddler could not get enough and we spent a good hour walking through it several times over! Everyone is very nice and informative as well. Outside that is a huge estuary I guess you could say. A man made giant “ lagoon “ as it’s called there or big pond that has a huge walk around deck ( which also leads to some pretty cool wildlife trails) and in it you’ll find all sorts of big ocean life including turtles, stingrays, and even nurse sharks which was pretty cool to us!!!I explained all this so that hopefully someone reading this can see how worthwhile it is to go here! You and your kids will love it!

We had a great time at the Florida Oceanographic Center today during our stay on Hutchinson island. This is a beautiful indoor/ outdoor sanctuary. They offer different educational programs throughout the day every half hour including a fish feeding! Our favorite part was getting to pet the stingrays.It was extremely hot outside so I recommend bringing water bottles, wearing a hat, bringing sunscreen etc. thankfully there are lots of shaded areas and some air conditioned buildings as well so you can take breaks and cool down.My kids loved the indoor area that was like an aquarium inside with fish in tanks as well as kids activities and puzzles etc. If you ask a staff me ever there is a scavenger hunt kids can do and win a prize.It was cool to see the sea turtles up close!Lots of parking and nice bathrooms as well as water bottle refill stations. There is a cute gift shop at the entrance with affordable souvenirs.Highly recommend you take a trip here if you are in the area. Great for families.

Amazing place to learn about and see Florida marine wildlife! They have stingrays in a touch tank you can feed, a huge pond/aquarium with tons of fish, sea turtles, an octopus, and a nature trail. Well worth the $16 to get in. The whole experience was great and the programs were lots of fun. This is a great place for the whole family to check out. I'll definitely be coming back here.

Really neat place with a stingray feeding experience, touch tank of several smaller aquatic species, and a large model estuary with nurse sharks and recovering sea turtles that you can learn about and see. Great for little kids to be exposed and learn. Fair pricing and free entry for active duty and veterans as well.

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Excellent place with lots of information. Kids loved it but we did too. Sting ray touch tank very cool. Very clean and very cool place. Highly recommend.

Went here for a day trip with my family. The kids had a blast. They got to touch the stingrays and use the touch tank. It was so cool to see all the fish and learn about the environment and fish.

Very pleasant place to visit. Charged 8 dollars per child and 16 dollars for adults. The children were able to feed and pet the stingrays and invertebrates. View the very large saltwater turtles and fish. It was easy to spend 2 hours. Very informative.

Great place to visit and spend the afternoon. The Center isn't huge, but my family and I had a nice time. We were able to pet and feed stingrays, view their lagoon with fish, stingrays, sea turtles and sharks, explore the exhibits and a wonderful view of everything from the top of the Ecocenter

We had a awesome time! Very friendly & informative! Tons of stuff for kids of all ages to do & participate in! The sting rays were the best & the presentations on the sea turtles was great!

Amazing experience! They are making sure animals are safe and live in an environment similar to the wild one. Very interesting museum to visit, they have a lot of activities. Worth visiting

This is a very educational spot to spend some outdoor time. Really big lagoon with rays, fish, and turtles all swimming about. There's plenty of educational placards and displays as well as different talks given. Take a walk on the nature trail through the mangroves (best enjoyed after liberal application of DEET) and see their oyster reclamation project. A big plus is that active duty military and veterans get in free.

My wife would likely disagree with the five stars due to the smell in the Nature Trail, but I thought it was a fun experience.Great access to animals of all kinds. Really interesting exhibits in the park.In my opinion, the VERY SMELLY Nature Trail is a 3/4-mile walk through an actual marsh. The methane gases due to decomposing detritus (and who knows what else) are REALLY strong, but it was lots of fun.

Love this place. Brought my grandsons here and they enjoyed it. Lots to learn for all ages. When you first get in you get to pet the stingrays in the stingray tank and then you can watch them feed the fish in the big estuary. Highly recommend. Will be back

It was a very hot day but there are plenty of shaded areas. It was so special being able to pet the stingrays! My favorite animal! The workers are extremely knowledgeable and nice! Will definitely come back again!! The gift shop is great as well

Took my kids here last week and we all had a blast! The staff is extremely knowledgeable and kind. Will definitely be visiting again on our next trip!

We discovered this place through Groupon, and I'm so glad we did. It's such a cool place. We absolutely enjoyed our time visiting with the friendly staff and learning more about sea creatures. I absolutely recommend visiting! We absolutely loved it and will be back in the future!

Company function held here, love the interactive exhibits and the touch tanks. The lagoon is wonderful as well. Come visit and educate yourself on our wildlife and waters.

Nice little exhibit that is very educational about smaller aquatic life. I would say it would take about an hour to go through. Has cool fish tanks with a small octopus. I would say after going through this place would be best for kids.

We love bringing the kids here. We brought my mother and grandfather here last week who are from PA and they loved it. If you follow the trails all the way out, you see the water and if you are lucky enough you may see some hammerhead's swim by like we did.

Great time coming here with the Wife and Kids, Turtles were gorgeous and fish were stocked well. Bring your polarized glasses to see more down deep!!! Prepare for a wild sanctuary nature walk, bring waters!

This is a great place to spend the day with your family. There are interactive and very informative displays throughout the grounds, with many "hands-on" exhibits for all ages. The staff is very knowledgeable and will teach you many things about the creatures you will encounter in each exibit. From the walking trails to the gift shop, we were extremely impressed with this park.Highly-rated for a visit!

Loved the history lesson the damming and canalization of Lake Okeechobee. Learned a lot about local sea life and their efforts to help sea grass and oyster repopulate in the area. The kids all admitted it was worth leaving the beach and was super fun! Must-see in Stuart!

This has been something we wanted to do for a while and it was worth the wait. The grounds are well kept and there is a lot to see. Nice combination of indoor and outdoor things to see.

Absolutely amazing. Definitely stop in. Wonderful staff. Great experience and knowledge. Love that's a non profit so your money to pay is going straight to the beautiful facility.

The amount of knowledge you learn is unreal. We spent the whole day there just learning from the shows and then walking through the building. Really enjoyed the atmosphere and the nature walk.I do suggest bringing something to snack on and drink as they only have water.

We went on a class field trip with PSE's first grade class.The whole team at Florida Oceanographic was PHENOMENAL!! Dr Jud made this trip possible for us after it had to be canceled last month. The staff had a plan to make sure every kid got to be a part of each area. We learned about the rays and the touch tank. Then moved to the turtle area and learned about turtles and saw the game fish. Next we went into the building and got to learn about different Florida habitats and how to protect them. While seeing some cool fish of course!I will be bringing all of my family here over the summer to do and see more! Thank you Dr Judd and team for making this a special trip for our kiddos

I have visited many times & will probably visit many more times. I bring my grandkids whenever 1 of them comes to visit & it's a hit every time!The touch exhibits are amazing. The lagoon is ALWAYS a favorite - there's so much to see. Plus, you're learning while having fun - how much better can it get?We typically spend 2 hours here.

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After 24 years I came back for a visit to be disappointing in the status of the reef. What once was tan and super lively in the 90s is now black rocks with very limited sea life remaining. People still standing on it like it something to do. Great job, still a beautiful beach but rather just go to Jupiter

Beach is wide with hilly beach. Sand is coarse (shells). Very clean. Sections of the beach have nice shallow waters for children so it's very popular. Also near the very end of Hutchinson Island. A rock reef off shore breaks with waves ... Very pretty.

One of my favorite beaches. When the tide is low, you can appreciate the shallow water and small pools are formed making it safer for young children. Water visibility also becomes crystal clear. Great beach to find all size shells.

One of my favourite beaches. It gets its name due to an area that is corrderned off by a coral reef. So the swim area is warm and you are able to walk out quite far. Safe for the kids to enjoy playing in the water. 😊NOTE: At this time the bathtub is temporarily closed for restructuring.

A Handicap accessible beach!! YES, YOU READ THAT CORRECTLY! There’s parking with sidewalks accessible for wheelchairs. There’s an handicap accessible overlook with a pavilion and sun deck. The beach is perfect for new and casual swimmers. The reef creates a lovely pool and sandbar.

It's a beach! It's lovely and the unique cul-de-sac shape makes it good for brining children, which there are a lot of here at times. I feel like I'm at a kiddie pool sometimes but it's okay. Watch out for rocks

Supposably this is a great beach for snorkeling, but it looked like it got hammered from a hurricane this year. A lot of erosion. There was a purple and a yellow flag up so we didn't go in. The Purple flag is because there is some creatures in the water you shouldn't be swimming with like sharks or jellyfish. Yellow flag is usually a rip tide or rough water. Maybe we'll try again next trip.

Great beach that is closed! And hopefully Martin County will put some fire under their butts and get this beach opened up. It's been way too long shut down. Please open the damn beach.

Found a late bloomer! This baby green sea turtle was struggling on the shore & I rescued him! FL FWC officer came & took it to the marine wildlife rehabilitation. Then I found this huge shell! What a wonderful beach, even on a cloudy & cold day!

Schöner Strand!Wir haben hier einen Stopp eingelegt, um uns kurz abzukühlen und das Meer zu geniessen. Es hat genügend kostenlose Parkplätze.Der Strand ist sehr schön und eignet sich zum Baden.(Translated by Google)Beautiful beach!We stopped here to cool off briefly and enjoy the sea. It has enough free parking spaces.The beach is very beautiful and suitable for swimming.

Bathtub Reef Beach is on the south end of MacArthur Boulevard on the northern tip of Hutchinson Island. The beach gets it's name from the reef system located just offshore that is home to more than 500 marine creatures including endangered sea turtles. This fragile reef system was created from the tiny tubes of cemented sand grains created by Sabellariid sea worms. The reef breaks the incoming waves offering a protected lagoon to form a kind of bathtub. The water is warm like in a bathtub too. Visitors to the beach can enjoy the clear water, soft sand, and the ability to snorkel the reef.Unfortunately this beach is frequently closed due to erosion or other repair issues. Right now the parking lot is closed because they are putting in a four million dollar sea wall to repair erosion from Hurricane Nicole in 2022. The wall will be buried under a dune and the beach will be renourished. There was some limited parking during my visit but it has very difficult to get a spot. I recommend visiting after repairs have been completed. There are many more beach parks on Hutchinson Island where you will have no problem parking.

Beautiful beach. Nice for kids. Parking lot is too small !

Found my new get-a-way beach. This great little beach is tucked away from other busy beaches. The ocean was the perfect temperature and the sand was clean and soft. It was not crowded which is nice and there were family with children enjoying the serenity of the peaceful shore.Plenty of lifeguards to ensure the safety of visitors, showers to wash off and a wooden gazebo where you can sit and have a nice lunch. Parking is limited so get there early. I've read that its a nice place to snorkel but unfortunately the ocean was rough today due to yesterday's storm but I'll be back. Bring the family, pack a lunch and come enjoy one of the best kept secrets on the treasure coast .

I hope they are able to get this open again soon

Beautiful beach with reefs for snorkeling. Also nice for families with small children and floating in the calm water.Today, there were several sharks seen and the life guards got everyone out a few times for safety.

Outstanding! 🤩🏖️ It's a beautiful place. We were in the beach and on the sand bar in that area too. We bring the dogs on the boat and enjoy all aspects of Beach life. Sandy, quieter than most popular beaches, water is lovely too.Enjoy!!If you have found my review helpful please give me a thumbs up 👍 and feel free to follow me for future reviews.

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One of my favorite spots! The food is consistently wonderful. This outing, in addition to my standard order of the salad with figs and salmon, I ordered the Asian Duck soup. The soup,my first duck experience, was surprisingly good and filling! Highly recommend!

Classy and quant. Good wine selection. Food tasty, though lacking salt.

Food is fresh and delicious… however the ahi tuna appetizer the pieces were sliced so thin they were falling apart. Ahi tuna should be nice big slices not paper thin… otherwise fantastic salads are fresh and we will order those again. Blackened salmon so good

For such a pricey menu I was shocked at the lack of care patrons receive here. The one restroom was in the back corner, such that I had to squeeze through a couple tables (felt bad for the folks sitting at those tables) and pull back a filthy curtain where I entered a weird little room where a worker was getting stuff out of a big cooler, only to enter a very neglected restroom. When you are paying $35-75 per entree, you kind of expect the servers to be attentive and nice and the restroom to be clean. Sorry... I don't typically give such grumpy reviews, but this place brought it out in me. I'd have taken more stars off except that the food really was cooked perfectly. Compliments to the chef.

Philina and our server were wonderful. Oysters of the day were a treat. I had the chicken francaise. It was rich and delicious. I enjoyed the atmosphere as well. Enjoyed the NA beer.

My lunch at Riverwalk was amazing!!! Three different Oysters ( blue points were one) on the half shell with house made mignonette, Riverwalk hot sauce( so good, even by itself on a cracker), cocktail sauce w/ fresh horseradish as our appetizer. I enjoyed the blackened pumpkin swordfish summer strawberry salad. It tasted savory and sweet and was beautifully presented. My husband, had the steak wedge salad that was… to the next level of amazing!!!! House made blue cheese dressing and the steak was cooked perfectly medium rare. Riverwalk has an amazing wine list and beers on tap. I always feel so good after eating here. Everything is so fresh and delicious. This is truly, my favorite restaurant in Stuart. It is a hidden gem.

Good service and amazing food in a very inviting atmosphere. The menu is uncomplicated and the items are well prepared and well presented. Prices are moderate and portions are the right size.

Absolutely amazing food. It's such a hidden location my husband didn't even know it existed. The food was fantastic, server was so friendly, knowledgeable, and quick. I will be coming back here! Best burger, by far, I have ever had. Fiocchi appetizer was so good! Ricotta and pear filling with brown butter sauce! I could have eaten that as an entree if it came with a vegetable side. We came back and got the burger again and the coconut crusted grouper over curry sauce. Delicious!

Calamari was good, fish n chips need some work for sure and the service is very slow. For the price of the food here it could be better after trying multiple places in the area.

Awesome place and even more awesome food. Everything was explained to us and it was sooooo good!

Always amazing! Our favorite place to enjoy fresh, delicious creative cuisine in a relaxing low key atmosphere. Friendly knowledgeable & kind staff. With a doggie friendly patio overlooking the river. We love the Riverwalk!

This was my first time at Riverwalk Cafe and Oyster Bar, and I can definitely say that my partner and I were blown away! I was looking for an intimate and romantic spot with great food, and they delivered!! The calamari Rhode Island style was to die for! The entire meal, from beginning to end, was delightful! Our waiter was quick and very personable. We will definitely be repeat customers. We plan on bringing our family and friends there when they come to visit us!

tl;dr - Excellent food, you should go.We had dinner with a group. We started with raw oysters, calamari and a salad. The oysters were excellent and if you like oysters they should not be missed. They have an oyster menu.For our mains had catch of the day, Grouper and Sordfish, Fried Grouper Sandwich and Ahi. All the food was amazing, our favorite was the Swordfish, it was done perfectly. If it is an option I would try it.Everything was very good, cooked to perfection and excellent flavorsThe only area of improvement was our server let our bottle of white wine get warm.We finished things off with Flourless Cholate Cake and Key Lime Pie. The pie was ok, but the cake was amazing

Very quaint and elegant cafe but casual enough you can pop in for a drink at the bar. Would recommend a reservation and checking out their lunch vs dinner menu before you go. Leave the kids at home and go here for a date night

Absolutely phenomenal food and service. We had the pleasure of having Frank as our waiter and he was amazing! Very accommodating and really cared about our overall experience while eating. We can't wait to go back and see Frank!

One of the best meals I have ever had! We had the coconut crusted grouper, summer salad, and the spaghetti with the elk and bison meatballs. The high standards and commitment to quality of the chef and owner really shines through. Our server, Brian, was so awesome. He went above and beyond to ensure that we had an incredible dining experience. Will definitely come back here.

I'm changing my review from five Stars to three due to of consistency of the food . The oysters are always good. I've been here about five or six times and depending on the night of the week it's either really good or really bad. My last meal was horrible I don't think I'll be going back.

This is an informal restaurant, a block from the water. The fish was fresh and prepared perfectly, and the food was tastefully presented.This was a birthday dinner and I enjoyed it very much!

Visited on a whim and was pleasantly surprised Sunday, sitting at the bar. Service excellent and friendly, very chill atmosphere. Food, crabcakes, calamari, and oysters delicous. Wife enjoyed the pasta dish, the cheese and pear filled purse, with a light flavorful sauce. Dining space is adequate and quaint, kid friendly. We are going back two days later!

I have grown to love this place.My boyfriend took me here a year ago early in our relationship and we returned recently for our anniversary.The food and service is excellent at the tables if you're looking for something more formal. I love the duck.When I visit the bar for oysters, there is a friendly and knowledgeable bartender there to help me pick which ones to eat that day. I wish I knew her name because she deserves a shout-out! These are the tastiest oysters I can find in the area, they are flavorful.As for dessert, try the cheesecake! To die for !

First time @ Riverwalk last night for my Birthday. They were out of the NY strip. The dirty oysters were fantastic as well as the Rib eye that a friend ordered. Drinks took quite a long time to get despite it being 9 o'clock and not a packed restaurant. The waitress was difficult to track down, again despite it not being busy at all. The grits were barely warm and the ceiling fan directly above doing 55 in a 25 on a cold weather night made them cool quickly. Asked for them to be heated but they are not cooked to a smooth creamy texture, very grainy so I didn't finish them. Asked for a dessert menu and after about 10 minutes of reading we decided on the pistachio cake but when we ordered the waitresses said they don't carry that anymore, it was for the holidays. Maybe letting diners know when you drop off the menu would be helpful or maybe since it's the middle of January it's not on the menu. Mixed bag on this restaurant. Probably not a place we'll return.

Our next food adventure take us to Riverwalk Cafe & Oyster Bar located in Downtown Stuartopening door in 2002 with a great selection of 120 quality wine and over 50 available by glass, Chef & Owner Steve Feder have a great talent and passion about the food that you can taste in every bite.Decoration is very according at this restaurant, with a quiet environment where you can enjoy your food and time with your family and freshest seafood every day Chef Feder make all costumers enjoy this delicious meal because him reflects his passion for cooking in his creations which delight the people who visit the place.The friendly staff will help you to find that ideal option to order and your dinner or lunch time in an incredibleexperience. Let them awaken your appetite!.

Wonderful experience! We had 3 different varieties of oysters, best ever! We had the grouper and the prime rib steak. Both were delicious. Then came the table service strawberry tiramisu. Lovely, special and delicious. The only thing off putting was the hostess with RBF. We felt unwelcomed by her.

My dear friend and I stopped in for lunch today and what a great decision that was! We both ordered the grilled Salmon, grilled watermelon, delicious cheese puffs and a tossed salad. It was truly outstanding!The quaint atmosphere and excellent staff made for a teriffic dining experience..

Great atmosphere and nice menu but I ordered Oysters Rockefeller for my appetizer and the third one I ate was rotten. Tasted like sewage. Our waiter was arrogant so I didn't bother complaining. Didn't try my entree as my stomach was sour. Such a shame because I was looking forward to an amazing meal.

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We recently stayed at the River side campground at this park and were pleasantly surprised. We stayed at site #100, which I believe is one of the best sites on that side, pretty spacious and close to the restrooms, which helps since these are not full hookup sites (only water and electric). The park itself is huge with beautiful scenery and offers various activities (biking, hiking, canoeing, horseback riding). We really enjoyed riding our bicycles on the paved path and going up to the Hobe observatory to look at the sunset. The park is also located close to other popular spots in Jupiter, such as the Jupiter lighthouse and the Blowing Rocks preserve. Overall, we had a great time and definitely recommend this park.

Amazing place!! We were in River Campground, that is located close to the bike rental, river, boat tour and food truck. The bathrooms are great and super close to every camping spot. The best spots (personally) in the middle. Each area has BBQ, table, fireplace, water and an electricity outlet so is really convenience! The observation tower was closed, but the trial was great. The swimming area not recommended, and it was closed! Good place to camp, hike and ride in your bike. I will come back

Camping grounds well maintained. Added feature of being able to hook up sewer line from RV at the campsite. Not much privacy between sites, no big trees or brush. Huge state park, looks like if you have bikes or kayaks there are plenty of trails and a waterway to paddle. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is just down the road, about 10 minutes away and definitely worth seeing.

Just wanted to let you know that our Girl Scout troop had a fantastic weekend at Jonathan Dickinson. We saw Otters and slept next to Sandhill Cranes and what appeared to be their nest, and a huge variety of wildlife. Massive gator tail and tracks through the campsite were a nice touch. We stayed at the Youth Primitive Campsite. Wonderful hiking trails. Absolutely beautiful and pristine country. Wildly impressed with the size and diversity there. The staff was really amazing as well. Rangers came out to check on us after a rather nasty storm. They called during the storm and then followed up in person. They ended up with hail at the ranger station and we just a massive amount of rain in a short time. All the staff and volunteers at the Education Center were really nice, took their time with the girls and managed to handle all the other traffic coming in as well. All went well. Everyone came home with a good experience and great stories and memories. That is truly a special place.

Arrived for a last minute 2 night reservation as a refuge from Bahia Honda State Park. Made the call to confirm the park was open and not closing due to a tropical storm watch. Very friendly check in by 2 park rangers. Stayed by river side camping. Our site had an issue with the 30amp, switched to 50 amp and it was resolved. No shade and no privacy but very nice to have a concrete pad so close to bath house. Many ants throughout site and bath house. Walked trails over to educational center and gift shop/kayak rental (gift shop very nice). Drove to look out tower on a very windy day.. beautiful! I would not recommend the “swimming” area with rope enclosure. Kayaked at boat launch where the nicest kayak launch was slightly hidden. Beautiful kayaking and a must do. ***NO CELL SIGNAL WITH VERIZON**** and 2 bars with AT&T

This is the best RV camping parks in America I have visited. Varied landscapes, clean and efficiently managed. Staff knowledgeable and polite. Even other campers were terrific. But you have to book as soon as possible, like other Florida sites, there are too many weekend users who take up all reservation weeks leaving those of us traveling distances out of full week possibilities. But great park.

This was our second time here and we've already reserved for next year. We like to camp in the Pine Grove section, it's less "natural" than the River Campground, but it's very close to accessing the bike trails and there are full hookups (nice when you stay several days). The sites are spacious, but there are no trees or shade in the PG area. The bike trails at JD never get old, they are so much fun and such a thrill. There are trails for all skill levels, and plenty of options for hiking as well. The park is huge. One of our favorite features (which was closed on our last visit) is the tower where we would always go for sunset. Hopefully it'll be open next year!There is a lot to do in the area, the lighthouse (take the sunset tour), blowing rocks and other beaches, head down to peanut island and kayak for the day.There are several clean and well sized bath houses, all with a washer and dryer that work well for a reasonable price. There are also little book libraries at each bathhouse, a favorite feature for me!

Jonathan Dickinson State Park. A wonderful park with a variety of activities to do; ranging from hiking, kayaking, swimming, biking, or anything in between. Quite a few trails that span a great distance into the forests surrounding the area, as well as a great overlook towards the front of the park. The greatest attraction is the boat ride out to Trapper Nelson's settlement, where the rider can sightsee an amazing river along the way. Additionally, the park has a visitor center, picnic tables, and a concessions area for recreational usage. Overall, a fantastic place to spend an afternoon.

This park is absolutely huge, gas amazing camp grounds, clean bathrooms with showers, boat rides, rentals, and so much more. The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. I was a first timer for car camping (and the wilderness in general) and this place was awesome. Each RV camp site has its own picnic table, little grill area and a power hookup. There is so much to do I will most def be coming back.

The state park itself is beautiful! There’s tons of things to do for all ages. I camped in the river section and was a little disappointed as you’re on top of each other. In my opinion this is not a good camping option for tent campers looking to get away from everything however there are a couple primitive camping sites that I will be back to try. Rangers/staff were all very friendly and helpful. Hiked up the tower for an AMAZING view (highly recommend)

This is a large park with many things to do. Camping for RVs or tents are at the end of the road by the Loxahatchee River. There are many miles of trails throughout the park. Pick up a map when you enter the park. There are a few maps of different areas showing the marked trails. There are also unmarked trails throughout the park. We walked 5 miles down at the end of the road in the Kitching Creek area. We headed both north on a wide trail (rangers drive on it) which goes for many miles and then took a few smaller nature trails to the south of the parking area down to the campground.There is a roped-off swimming area with signs that say “no lifeguards on duty” and signs that say Alligators are in the area. As nice as it looks, I think I’ll swim someplace else.There is a large mountain biking area. It has bathrooms, a bike repair station and even a wash station for after your ride. There were a bunch of cars in the parking lot and a few people getting ready to ride. It must be a great place to ride. Easy trails with little hills.I want to get back to walk on some of the different trails.

This is a great place to relax and have fun. They have a boat tour up the Loxahatchee River to Trapper Nelson's, where a Ranger can give you the history of the place. You can camp, rent canoes, kayaks and a small motor boat. They have camping cabins that have kitchens and a snack bar by the river. You can go hiking and see many types of wildlife. They also have a ranger lead hike that you can book.

The pine grove campground at Jonathan Dickinson is one the best campgrounds we have ever camped in, seriously! We were lucky enough to get a two week stay here and we loved it. Full hookups, spacious private sites, clean and beautiful bathrooms, access to miles of walking and biking trails. Sunoutdoors and all your fancy-pants $100 per night private campgrounds - eat your heart out - Jonathan Dickinson State Park has got it going on!!!The park itself is very beautiful. I particularly enjoyed experiencing the unique vegetation of this part of Florida which I had never seen before. There is an observation tower to climb for a great view of the park and the surrounding area.The park covers an area that was occupied by Camp Murphy - an army base in WW2. There is a very interesting history here and you can still see some relics of the camp scattered through the park. My husband is very interested in history and one of the park rangers took the time to explain a lot of it to him, so nice!Thanks for a great two weeks Jonathan Dickinson!!!

This state park is truly beautiful and offers a wide range of activities. The campground is peaceful, and the bathrooms are well maintained. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. There's also a playground for kids, making it a great destination for families.

This place is awesome! Well maintained trails and also has plenty of hiking trails. Be warned though that there are A LOT of bycyclists here so be aware of the trails; saw a group of birders that were standing in the middle of a biking path and almost got hit by some cyclists. Small fee to enter (we paid $6) and there are campgrounds too. We came to bird and were able to see the scrub jays here.

Campsites were fabulous - full hook up in Prairie Loop, large site, and very clean. The boat tour and trapper tour was great, but a bit pricey at $30 each for a family of four for an hour and a half. Calm river waters for kayaking and fantastic visitor center with plenty of interactive exhibits. The trails are predominantly geared towards mountain bikers for obstacles though. The walking trails were short and upper platform was closed at the observation tower, so park improvements could be made for walkers/hikers. All rangers met were very friendly!

I didn't get to go on the trails for as long as I wanted to because I had flip-flops on (mind slip, beach auto pilot lol) and I definitely needed sneakers because of all the red ants. But I will most definitely be back because this was probably one of the most beautiful parks I've been to in Florida! And massive! I love that there is a campground and rivers, I would love to check them out one day!

Saw a baby and small adult gator ;Lots of birds in 2 hours. Great helpful staff. Light breeze made trip not too hot for August. Pretty park nice paddle trip

One of the larger state parks and a gem. Beautiful long winding roads through glorious Florida nature. Trees as far as the eye can see.Husband climbed the Hobe tower for great views from the highest point in S Florida and we drove to the large picnic and concession area and enjoyed an ice cream by the river.Plenty of picnic tables and pavilions, children’s play area, kayak and bike rental and a small gift shop and food truck.There is a boat tour that leaves from the dock, which we unfortunately did not have time to enjoy.If you’re in to train spotting, the Brightline track also runs through here for great views!There are also several campgrounds and cabins for rent.A lovely escape from the s Florida traffic and only $6 for entry!

Love this place. Ride your bike or walk on the trails. Lots to do. Take a boat ride or bring your own boat. Boat docks are down by the river. Try to find some of the hidden treasures around the park. Also, watch out for the wildlife. Some of them are not too nice. There is plenty of wildlife and wilderness to see. Might get lucky and see them do a prescribed burn. Two camp grounds to choose from. Some cabins for the family. They have boats at the river store. So go check it out. We had a really great and relaxing stay.

This was our 1st visit to this state park, and we loved it! We went on a free guided nature walk. Highly recommend going on tour with Art. He was knowledgeable and funny. There are tons of attractions nearby. We will be visiting again. 😊

Love this place! So wonderful to get away from it all, either for a couple of hrs. or for a couple of days. Wander through nature, clear your mind. Pure tranquility if you need it. Otherwise go on a boat ride, rent a bike, stay overnight in a cabin or on the campsite, …

Great Place Friendly Staff. The volunteers here are excellent. One of Floridas great Parks. Plenty of trails to hike. Lots of trails to ride bikes. There is kayaking and canoeing here as well as motorboat rental. They have pontoon boats that will take you down the river to trapper Nielsen’s place. And let the dirt you see how he lived. Camping is two different places. They have some Glamping sites and regular Cabin to rent too. The highest point in south Florida is in the park.

The most vast state park we have ever been to, hands down. An insane amount of land for endless activities and one can find and do what they love and enjoy best. Highly recommend for a day trip or to stay and enjoy what the park has to offer. Beautiful.

Nice FL state park - but not a lot to do here. It's mostly a nature preserve. There are several bike or walking paths. Boat & canoe rentals; eco boat tour of the area available; tent + RV campgrounds.

Great RV camping experience! We stayed in the PG loop for 3 nights. The PG loop is pretty far from the river area if you’re walking or by bike, but otherwise it’s very clean and the campsites are spacious. The park has a lot of hiking trails - we did the green loop, it’s about 5 miles long, about half of it is sandy and a lot of hills, very tiring but great views! We also kayaked, which was a great experience, and checked out the observation tower. The park rangers were super helpful and Patrick at the concession stand was very friendly and kind. We will definitely come again!

This park is very popular with campers, mountain bikers, boaters, hikers, and trail runners. It has easy access off of US1 south of Hobe Sound. The park starts as ancient sand dunes on the east side, giving way to scrub, pine, and river swamps on the west side. The observation tower is the highest point in South Florida. Take water with you if you venture off the main roads. It gets very warm in the afternoons and very hot in the summer. This park has a lot to offer for both locals and vacationers.

Jonathan Dickinson State Park is a treasure trove of natural beauty and outdoor activities. This expansive park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, hikers, bikers, and anyone looking to escape into nature. With well-marked trails winding through diverse ecosystems, and the Loxahatchee River adding to its charm, the park offers endless exploration opportunities. The camping and glamping sites provide a perfect retreat for a night under the stars, while the Kimbell Center offers educational insights into the local flora and fauna. A visit here is always refreshing and invigorating, making it a top destination for locals and visitors alike.

We had a great time camping here this week. There is so much to do and see. Lots of bike trails, hiking, boat tours, kayaking, geocaching, birding and wildlife viewing. We climbed the Hobe Mountain Observation Tower, took the "Trapper Nelson" Boat Tour (A MUST SEE) and hiked Kitching Creek Trail. The restrooms are very clean and the staff and volunteers are friendly and helpful!

Beautiful scenery! Amazing bike trails for both mountain bikers and leisure bikers. Very rich in wildlife and history of the local area. We had a wonderful time camping.

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Left after 2nd inning....life long Mets fan, very disappointed. Was always a dream to visit here, big let down. Just moved to the area so this was on the top of the bucket list. Most annoying was Q-tip old timers in section 205 refusing to let people sit in the seats they purchased. Its reserved seating, not first come first served. What are you supposed to do with a bunch of geriatrics on their last legs though? Heard the argument over seating for the 4th time and just took the family and went home before things got ugly. No usher presence didn't help matters. Plus half the stadium was closed off for renovations compounding issues. Food options were decent, that was about the highlight. Wish this night ended differently, will probably be going to Rays, or Tortugas games moving forward.

Great stadium but they need to be more prepared for an abundance of fans they ran out of Nathan’s fries on the second game of spring training. But all and all great too bring the family

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Port St. Lucie, FL 34986, USA

A precious sanctuary for wildlife who are being treated and cared by a great and dedicated staff. Amazing adventure especially for kids and really anyone who has an interest in our wildlife. Great tour. Beautiful experience.

What can I say except this place is AMAZING!We were staying locally for doctors appointments in Orlando. With spring break going on as well as a Pandemic - we were a little hesitant. We didn't know what to expect (We have a high risk child).We arrived a couple hours after they opened - there wasn't much people at all. You are immediately greeted by the welcoming committee of Arnold's though (the cats lol) as well as a very friendly deer.It's not too big but we saw almost every single animal. It's not like the zoos at all. Your able to see each & every animal. There's no crowd of folks you've gotta walk by or put your kid on your shoulders just to be able to see the animals. There's also a nice garden to take a stroll through. Not huge but cute!The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful as well. My child LOVED coming here and as parents - we did too. It just felt so much less stressful - you can easily enjoy and breath. LolBeware of the deer walking around though. He saw my husband saying hello to HIS ladies behind the fence and didn't like it. He decided he was going to try and take on my husband until he moved away from the fence. Can't blame him though :)As for fee....they run on donations. Kids are free but they do ask a $10 donation for adults. Honestly - if you were considering donating anywhere I would say donate it here. You can obviously tell while there that it's going to a GREAT cause.

What a fantastic adventure. You can tell the caretakers love the animals, their jobs and making visitors happy! Short staffed and still took the time to bring out two baby animals for us to hold and pet before we left. So much more than I imagined for a small rehab facility. Great Job!

Such a neat animal sanctuary! We drove over an hour to check out this place and it was great. We got to pet some of the sweetest animals, walk through a beautiful butterfly garden, and even hold a baby raccoon! We were able to see so many different kinds of animals and got to feed the deer. Staff was beyond kind and welcoming to us; they made an effort to have conversations with us and brought out a sweet baby raccoon for us to hold and love on. This was a really fun place and we will definitely be back again!

This place was amazing! Super friendly staff, family friendly, great alternative to the zoo. I would highly recommend this as a fun place to take the kids on a day trip. There are picnic tables under a pavilion where you can eat your packed lunch. You can even bring apples and carrots for the deer! Great place!

We are South Florida residents and LOVE Arnold's Wildlife Rehabilitation because it is truly a hidden treasure. The staff is knowledgeable and provide a real hands on experience if they have any available animals. They are great story-tellers and truly care for the animals that have been brought to them. This is not a zoo--this is more of a rescue and with the hope that many of the animals can be released. Cierra and Kimmy are dedicated staff members and truly made our family feel special while we were there. While we were there we fed the chickens, took pictures with the peacocks, walked through the butterfly garden and learned about all of the animals. We received a special treat because they had an influx of rescues and were provided the opportunity to hold a baby raccoon and armadillo and then feed a fawn. This was truly like no other experience I have ever had. It is $10 per adult and children are free--but please remember they do take donations as well. We brought towels, dish detergent, extra money and lots of fruits and veggies for the animals. I honestly can't say enough nice things about this place! Do not miss out on this adventure;) Go to Lake O park after and bring lunch. Great day trip!

It was a wonderful place to bring a young boy. There were so many animals that kids could interact with firsthand. There were two panthers there and they were really exciting to see. Sometimes you go to these wildlife places and you don't end up seeing half of the animals because they're all sheltering from the sun, but that was not the case with Arnold's. Our tour guide (I think her name was Celeste) was very knowledgeable and took a lot of time to share with us. I recommend Arnold's Wildlife Rehab Center.

Our family visited Arnold's not expecting much to see. How surprised then we were to find so many remarkable creatures (some of them really fascinating).Our little boys got the welcome of a lifetime by a hissing juvenile alligator (of course, caged). They were ecstatic when hearing the koukaburras laughing (incredibly after having learned a few days before of their peculiar bird call). And they found it hard to get away from the very funny acting capuchin.All in all, it was a great experience for us all as a family. We ended up visiting twice. It does more than deserve the suggested donation and the staff's caring for their animals is commendable. A 15-30 minute visit is enough for most people.

My mom & I had took 4 kids, ages 1 - 8, to Arnold's to have something fun to do while they were off for teacher's work day. We had a wonderful time & learned a lot about the animals. We had lunch under the pavilion and my niece's were even invited to paint rocks that they donated to the center for them to hide for the other kids who come to the center. I highly recommend it!!

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14895 NW 30th Terrace, Okeechobee, FL 34972, USA

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This place is awesome for anyone. Singles, couples, families and pets. You have water, electric, showers and bathrooms. We seen so many animals, turkeys, tons of birds big as well as small. Dear with babies...super cute. Also it's only about 17 bucks a night. If it's a holiday then 25 bucks, you can't beat that or compare that to anything better in this beautiful nature preserve in "The Prairie". Also wonder staff, very friendly, helpful and they go beyond what they have to do. Love you everyone! God Bless 🙌 🙏 ❤️

Excellent campground if you like being miles away from stores and the sounds of traffic while you’re camping. Great hiking trails , alligators in certain areas to go, see, and great star gazing at night.We will continue to go to this state park In the future. 5stars !

We were only here for a couple of days but we got the most of it. It was nice to see a different landscape in Florida than what we’ve seen at most other Florida State Parks. The sites were a little wonky to get into; weird turns and always angles, some sites had trees that made it more complicated but not a big deal. It was very quiet and there’s a lot of respect towards lights out after a certain time. You can see so many stars from the sites or you could go out into the fields, be weary of animals at night in the field, however. The campsite had wild turkeys and black birds just hanging out with you, friendly and they keep to themselves mostly. Because we went back in March (summer heat begins) it was very hot to explore. The campsite, however, is located with a hammock of trees so there was plenty of shade for most sites. The bathrooms were amazing for a state park! I generally need a bench in the shower and the bathroom/shower are was very accommodating for disabled! Plus the water was so hot! We loved it! Comparatively, like a spa.I really recommend this park to those who like astrology, zooology, and/or just generally likes nature.

Staff is incredible. The place is enchanted. We kept saying it felt like a lost tropical island in the South Pacific. Or that it reminded us of Kansas, or Australia, or the African plains! What!? Prairie grass with palm tree hammocks, alligators, snakes, turkeys, wild boar, coyote, and tons of birds. We’ve been traveling the US for 9 months from CA to FL and this is truly a unique place on earth.

As this is the first certified dark skies park in Florida, I was anxious to see how the night sky looked during the new moon. I was not disappointed. The stars were bright and beautiful. Daytime was peaceful, with plenty of birds and wildlife to keep me entertained. The wild turkeys were especially neighborly. Lots of trails if that is your thing, or just relax and enjoy the stunning prairie.

Beautiful park with a serene campground. The rangers work hard to keep the park looking great and love answering any questions you have. Rangers Steve and Lucas were very friendly and informative. Be warned, the raccoons at the campground are some of the boldest I’ve seen so make absolutely sure to not leave out any food. Can’t wait to visit again!

Truly is middle of nowhere. Prairie looks like you should see giraffes and elephants wandering around. Lots of wildlife, beautiful starry skies on a clear night. Well maintained trails. Will be coming back!

Campsites in family campground were a bit close together but surprisingly not unpleasant. Plenty of places to view the gorgeous night sky even from campground, and more secluded viewing spots are a very short walk away. Lots of animals to see: deer, turkey, hawks, owls and other small birds, and snakes. Staff were all suuper welcoming. We did the night hike with them to Gator Hole and had great conversations the whole way. Really nice and peaceful place to camp/visits.

It was so surprising to us that such a remote State Park exists in FL. Be sure to pack in all you need because there isn’t anything else within 45 minutes. We selected the park for its dark sky for photos. The family campground is very nice with spacious sites and clean restrooms/showers. I recommend site 18 for RVs for it’s prairie views.

It's a really beautiful park, wild and expansive. But so much of it is inaccessible to people who don't own a horse or can't do the 4.6 mile and longer hikes. It was crisscrossed with roads and cars are now forbidden on 90% of them. If the park could open up one or two of these roads and establish trailheads for shorter hikes, then old people, like me, kids and those not in amazing shape could enjoy just a little more of this magical place. Right now it's pretty frustrating.

Camping (at family loop) & hiking for us, plus, plenty of stars shining brightly! All sites in our loop seemed super level!More sun vs. shade on trails (obviously expected at a stargazing place). Be prepared for the washboard road leading to the office to check in. In other words, make sure items are secure in your camper/trailer! :)Bathrooms were super nice. Includes an individual handicap bathroom - one each on the men's & women's side.Found a book exchange located in the laundry area by the bathrooms. Washer & dryer were $1.50 each! Firewood is for sale on an honorary basis - cash or check. If I recall correctly, there was an ice machine at the ranger station, but of course, it has to be open for you to purchase it.

We truly enjoyed our stay. We spent time bicycling and hiking the trails, we saw turkeys, deer, a ton of wild flowers, the breeze kept us nice and cool for it being May in Florida. We did some bird watching while we were there too. The bird we came to see the Crested Caracara flew through our campground the first day and greeted us from a post on the road as we were leaving. All in all it was a great trip! We would definitely go back.

Great place to visit. The stars were really cool. The moon was very illuminating so at first we could only see a few stars, but once the moon set around 1 AM we were able to go outside and there were tons of stars. The milky way, even though it was not as clear as the pictures we took, was still super cool.The restrooms were clean, I haven't tried the showers but someone who came with us said they were fine.Overall I would highly recommend coming here.

Beautiful stars, convenient campsite with bathrooms that are clean and air conditioned. Plenty of space in each site for tent, car, and there was already a picnic table in ours! Fire pit with small grill.

We had a great time at the preserve. There were many unexpected amenities. The family and equine camp grounds each have a bathhouse with large, clean, private showers. A washer/dryer and sink were also available at the family site. Each campsite has a fire ring with cooking platform, water, electricity, and picnic table. Fire wood is available for purchase (cash) at the family campsite. The astronomy sites were packed quite tight and do not have a fire ring.The ranger station is a 5 minute walk from either camp ground and has restrooms, ice, and bicycles to rent (smallest bike was 20”). The bikes were $2 for 2 hours and the ranger station accepts cards. We had no issue with cell reception while at the park.The rangers were so helpful. My kids wanted to bike and obviously the prairie is expansive. The ranger mentioned that if we had any trouble to call the office and he’d come get us with the truck.

Went here for the first time not knowing what to expect - it's amazing! The Rangers are friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable! Shame on me for coming here during the summer though, I will certainly be coming back when it's a little cooler!

This park is beautiful, expansive prairie, lots of wildlife- we saw gators, deer, turkey, sand hill cranes and wild hogs. It is very remote but the dirt road has been recently graded and was not bumpy at all. I wish we could have gotten a spot in the equestrian section, they are a little bigger with more privacy but the family campground is really nice too. Highly recommend.

This habitat is glorious and absolutely precious. This dry prairie is endemic to Florida and this is our largest example. It's like a fragile and precious jewel that we need to protect and preserve. It is such a unique place, especially in the fall when the wildflowers are blooming. We come here whenever we can and we try to bring folks with us so they can experience it as well. It is completely fire dependent. This habitat wouldn't exist if it didn't burn. How cool is that!!! I highly recommend the guided wildflower walks that the Friends of Kissimmee Prairie put on. They also have butterfly walks so you can learn about our special and endangered skippers. I highly recommend this place. Leave your expectations at home and just be with the shear beauty of this magnificent place.

Good for trekking. Self serve pay station at entrance. Small hawk, boar looking pig, small twetters, lots grasshoppers. Many miles with water areas. Get wet or bring boots. Can't walk around it. Some cover but alot of sun. Bugs were minimal. Parking was small at the short trail. Alot of different grasses to make up the prairie. Trails are flat and straight.

Love this park for stargazing! We camp here very regularly. The restrooms are always clean and the rangers are always very nice and very helpful. There is no swimming no boating, motorized or non motorized. If you don't like hiking or stargazing there really isn't anything else to do there other than just hang, picnic or grill. There also isn't anything nearby if you want to go somewhere or need something the nearest corner store is about 30 to 40 minutes away.

Loved the wide open space on the prairie. Recent rains flooded some trails, but we still managed to hike 12 miles. Loved having the night hike with ranger - super fun! Will certainly return.

Two night stay at this Dark Sky Park. There are two loops, the first known as Family are all 30amp, most are back in, most sites are a mix of gravel and dirt. Electric and water only. T-Mobile had one bar. Plenty of shade. The outside loop of the first section is reserved for Park volunteers. Sites have picnic tables and fire rings. The small store offers a small selection of Park specific merchandise. Plenty of hiking trails and if you are into night photography, this is the place for you. Lots of wildlife as well. The second loop is known as Equestrian and are 50amp sites, only water and electric and they appeared smaller than the sites on the Family Loop. One of the hiking trails does not allow dogs and during our stay was not fully accessible due to damage on a walking bridge. This Park is worth a second visit but I would avoid the summer.

Had a great camping trip at the astronomy pad walked some of the trails saw fire files and turkeys and deer and rabbits up close nice relaxing night

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We had a fun time. Reunited with family. The 6 of us dragged ourselves away from the games to eat lunch and visit at the restaurant. The food was delicious and affordable.

I recently stayed at the Seminole Casino Brighton Hotel and had a memorable experience. The hotel is well-maintained with a modern and inviting atmosphere. The rooms were spacious and clean, equipped with comfortable beds and all the necessary amenities for a relaxing stay.The casino itself is a highlight, offering a variety of gaming options and a lively atmosphere. The staff at both the hotel and casino were friendly and attentive, ensuring that all needs were met promptly. Dining options at the hotel were diverse and enjoyable, with several restaurants offering tasty meals.One area that could use improvement is the noise level from the casino, which can be heard from some of the rooms. Additionally, the hotel's location, while convenient for casino-goers, might be a bit isolated for those looking to explore more of the area.Overall, the Seminole Casino Brighton Hotel provides a solid experience for those looking to enjoy casino gaming with the added comfort of a well-managed hotel. I would recommend it to anyone planning a visit to the area.

My first time visit at this quaint casino located in "Old Florida" and I look forward to returning. Southern hospitality quite apparent - excellent customer service!Different to many other casinos in that the ambience is relaxed, kicked-back.I appreciated the holiday decorations both inside and out. The icing on the cake would have been a holiday jackpot, but maybe, just maybe - next time. ;-)

It's a nice place and the people are nice. It is a bit small but they do have a non-smoking section. The food isn't bad though the fish and chips could be better. I will try the hot dog next time. I believe they will be building a new casino there and it should be done by the end of 2024. We are looking forward to that.

Enjoy the smoke. Cough cough. Small, non-smoking playing area. Gambled for hours, but I didn't see anyone get a handpay. Interesting vibe and casino. Won't return. Most machines are very old and warn. Think used car lot at best. Some screens don't light up or make sound or don't work properly. You have been warned.

My first time at Seminole Casino and it was fabulous! My husband and I enjoyed the afternoon on the slots and before you know it I'm winning. It just kept racking up the win I had to get it on video. It was a great time with a lot of friendly staff to guide you and answer any questions. We can't wait to go back.

Machines are really tight! Not fun if you can't have some give and take.! Your money is gone in an hour! The casino was very clean and had clear dividers between machines. We felt comfortable sitting next to others not wearing masks. Food was good also.

Not as nice as the Seminole's Hard Rock operations, but a nice casino in a very small town. Josiah's Restaurant was a pleasant surprise (try the prime rib).

Very friendly staff! Michael, the cocktail server, is very attentive. Lots of action going on. Hand pays were happening everywhere. My host David is awesome!

Typical play on slots. Food prices ... $7 for a hot dog. Take it from there. $10 for table games. Too high for me. But, we'll be back. And we had fun.

Great afternoon. Great parking, friendly, clean, but smoke from smoking area traveled through entire facility. Need more ventilation or petition to separate is only my opinion. Pay out small, but nice to visit. Staff very attentive in restaurants and casino.

Had a great time, all employees answered all my questions and were very helpful even went out of their way to show me where the Game King machines were located. I played BINGO met a bunch of nice people at my table we all had a bunch of fun nice prizes computerized bingo machines that do all the dobbing for you plus you can play paper strips and or both I went to the afternoon session on a Saturday. The 2nd session in the evening was a neon glow party with glow in the dark bingo balls DJ and alcoholic beverages dance contests with prizes I have to say I Love the Keno I would love to see more in the future that would be my only request they also have available charter bus trip to and from the casino yay! HAD A BLAST GREAT VIBE and a peaceful drive to and from😁

We had a blast tonight!! My husband had me take this picture. Hadn't seen one in years. Wow

The Seminole Fry Bread is amazing at the restaurant. The service was great. Like most other reviews tho, the smoke is too much. We only ate dinner and couldn't stay longer because of that.

Early Bingo was fun but the late night Neon Bingo is AWESOME. And the DJ is superb. If you live Bingo, you need to try this!!! The prices are reasonable and the payouts are great!! 🤩Bingo Fun!!

People were great, had fun playing with my Sister and brother in law. Tables were way too high for me,needed help getting up.I am 4'9 . Hot dog was very good. People at the bar also very pleasant. Sorry I won't be back live in N.C.. thank you for a good time!!

Fun and clean. Staff members are very professional. Place gets busy, but the staff members are always polite and courteous. Only negative is that I didn't win a million bucks. Cest la vi. lol

Very clean, friendly staff. Decent slot payout and the restaurant is reasonable with some pretty good food. And they have the Seminole fry bread with honey butter and in house made potato chips that were darn good. Table games and a new casino and hotel are going up in late 2024.

The smoke smell is strong. The food is good, the bar has hood liquor, the casino is clean. If you're a smoker, you'll like it better.

Had fun decent amount of games to choose from Would have given it 5 stars but people smoking everywhere in there. They need better ventilation. The AC in the casino was okay Not freezing like other casinos Still needed a light sweater. They had a big fan blowing the air around in the front of the casino which helped in the front but not the back. The smokers were just a discouragement to allow me and my husband to stay longerThey are building a brand new place with hotel rooms Can’t wait for that. Very excited to go there

This is the best casino ever they are best ever friendly fast great service kind polite great customer service go everyone go sit at the bar sip coffee and play keno the BAR staff is the BEST .LOVE YOU GUYS

The Brighton casino is a nice place to come and try a hand at the black jack table or poker for that matter. They have only two handful of cards tables. To make up for that they have over 100 slot machines varying by style and price to play. If you’re wanting a nice dinner with fellow players they have you covered. Great tasting food made fresh to order at a price you’re sure to afford after one last round of luck. Come happy, be merry, and leave with a smile.

Seminole Brighton had a good selection of games. It’s a little smoky and the non smoking section is small. But, if you’re passing through the area it’s a fun place to stop if you like to play slots.

This is not a personal experience, but a general comment based on reading your reviews and general views on casinos. We are considering a trip to your facility.I understand you and other casinos want to provide accommodations for smokers. But to do it at other customers health expense is inconsiderate at best.Why in the world can't the casino industry reverse the allotted space for smokers and non smokers? Or, even better, have a separate building for one or the other. Again, more space allotted for non smokers.I feel also that it is very unfair, and borderline abuse of the casino employees. If we can't legislate consideration for other people's health, maybe your industry could at least care enough to help. Your thoughts?

Casino was very nice, We went to their restaurant and the food was fantastic, However, they took my card to pay the bill, and they were gone 20 minutes , I had to chase the waiter for my card back. He stated he gave it to the cashier. In the next couple of days, I started getting $1000 transfers on my account. I realized I was hacked, and obviously, it happened here at this place. Be aware of the workers for scams. I was scammed and will never let my card leave my hand again. I will pay cash her if I am to return....

First time playing here. Drove down from Deltona to try it out. The people were so nice there and we enjoyed a lot of game play on our budget. The only reason I am not giving them 5 stars is that all the new games are in the non smoking section. Hoping when we go back there is some new games on the main floor.

Nice place!! 2nd time there. We enjoyed it. Restaurant was yummy! Staff was great. & I'd like to see a non smoking building while playing & eating.

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17735 Reservation Rd, Okeechobee, FL 34974, USA

Lovely murals. Nothing open on Sunday?😣 Many sad tourists. Very limited restaurants, and most offer only breakfast items. 🤔 Beautiful lakes. Another sad feature:Many shops even closed Monday's, and IF they are open, only till 3:00 PM. If you enjoy walking through a " CLOSED TOWN" and viewing murals, during the DAY..NO LIGHTING AT NIGHT, you will enjoy Lake Placid.

The murals of Lake Placid Florida are an experience not be missed. Several recently added murals are beautiful. There are 47 historic murals, 17 one of a kind trash containers all companion pieces to the murals, and 49 bird plaques all over the business district. Come visit the Town of Murals that Reader's Digest named "America's Most Interesting Town".

Great example of Public Art in the Town of Murals - Lake Placid, Florida. These are just a few of the dozens of murals around town. As an owner of several rental units, land, and a home in Highlands County, I have been apart of the community since 2001. With that said, I'm still a fan of the murals and have "walked the town" each time I make it to Lake Placid.Dozens and dozens of wonderful murals – some as large as 175 by 30 feet and others filling several stories on downtown Lake Placid buildings – are painted throughout the town. Pick up a guide ($3) to these murals at the Chamber of Commerce - where there's a 10-minute video you will thoroughly enjoy - and then take a leisurely drive or casual stroll to see the story of cattle drives, of Lake Placid’s pioneers, of Native Americans who lived 10,000 years ago, of sandhill cranes and the citrus industry, and larger-than-life local residents like lady rancher Jennie Reninger who was so good with a bullwhip she could snap a cigarette out of your mouth from 10 feet away – one of the earliest anti-smoking campaigns, from what is advertised in the guide.You haven't visited Lake Placid if you don't visit the murals. Highly recommended - 5 stars and an almost free ($3 for the guide) experience. My recommendation is to walk the mural route. It's a much more enjoyable experience./s/ William E. Lewis Jr., Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Lake Placid is a unique place to visit. The town of murals. So fun to walk the quiet streets following the guide map to all the amazing murals.

If you have never visited Lake Placid, FL city of murals you are really missing some beautiful art. There are too many buildings to count with murals painted on one side or another...a must to see.

I love lake placid to death do us part i been living in lake placid since myself was conceived at Walker memorial hospital on the 7th of November 1988 im 30 years old now i couldn't find not one greater small town might've fact highlands county period is the true land of milk and honey my opinion i myself Jacquil Terrell Williams (yaquil) from lake placid Florida in highway park

Maybe not for everyone, but I love it here and hope to live here until I die. I am very glad there are as few people here as it is! We have quality NOT quantity! LOVE that!

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18 N Oak Ave, Lake Placid, FL 33852, USA

We stumbled across Henscratch Winery about 16 years ago and always said we need to head that way again. Well, today we did and were happy to see its the same as we remembered 💜We enjoyed a tasting and quickly remembered our favorite, Southern Magnolia along with the Strawberry wine.Hope it doesn't take us 16 years to get there again!

Great afternoon to spend at winery, its summer time and very slow. Still it's a place you have to try. It's not in as good of shape as it used to be. Hopefully we will not loose this memory making spot. I asked if any events where planned and was told non were planned.

Fun country store with good selection of wines, preserves and other local treats. Makes a great compliment to the Sugar Sand Distillery just down the road.

Stopped by on Saturday 7/20 hours say 10-4 gates locked looked like a cool place to visit. Hours seem to be inaccurate.

Charming little place with friendly staff. Grapes taste amazing ❤️

Info said open at 10:00. Arrived at 11:00. There was a rope across the drive, all was closed up. For sale sign in the front orchard among the rows of dead grape vines

We kept seeing signs for this place on US-27 and a flyer in our hotel, so we decided to check it out. We were SO happy we did. This place is so charming and fun (BTW, it's FREE to go in - the only charge would be if you bought something). It's a farm in the middle of nowhere surrounded by vineyards, chickens, a pig, and a super nice owner (it's a couple miles off of US-27). We talked to the owner for a long time, she was so welcoming and friendly. My friend sampled a couple of the wines then bought the one she liked best (no charge for sampling). The gift shop is filled with jams, wine, foods, and cute things to buy (take some time to look around at all the unique things). But, the BEST part is the beautiful chickens. You can feed them and they come right to you and are friendly and really beautiful. I loved the roosters that kept crowing. The shop is so charming with beautiful floors and ceilings. It's an open air place, and there was such a nice breeze coming in - even tho it was a hot day (I was here 9/12/2018). This is a GREAT place to bring kids to, or buy a nice gift at, or check out the delicious wines. Like I said, the lady was so friendly and welcoming, we were very happy we stopped in!

Quaint old FL place. Great country store and wine tasting.

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980 Henscratch Rd, Lake Placid, FL 33852, USA

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We were very confused about where to put our boat in the water and where to clean our fish. Your map is great but should include these places, especially for first timers. If not, then at check-in staff should point these out. Room was clean and comfortable. Pool area was clean but we did not use. Not clearly marked if pool towels are provided or if you should use your room towels at least at the pool closest to us. Tiki bar was fun and food was good. All in all a good experience but could have been excellent if more information was available at check in!

Very poor service. Lack of competition is the only thing that keeps them in business and Roland's good name. Nivin is extremely rude and a lazy server. At the end of our meal I had letter her know how poor her service was she promptly called her manager and let management know she was having problems with a table of whites. Cant wait to see how management spins this, just like all the other complaints. (they feel so sorry and its not their fault its the customers fault) Roland Martin I feel bad that your ex runs your name and reputation down. To bad the b got it lock stock and barrel.

There are not enough stars for me to give this place. The customer service is the BEST we have ever experienced and we have traveled many many places. I could not recommend this place enough. The staff is INCREDIBLE! Lacey is amazing and went above and beyond to help me surprise my husband with a trip for his birthday! We will most certainly make this an annual trip for us

** response for Owner since we can't reply directly - please email me if you'd like to discuss anything in more detail **Thank you very much for taking the time to respond and I've updated my review a bit since having a bit of time to process after our trip. Unfortunately I can't pop in to chat in person as I was visiting from Canada.The wording you used was perfect and I believe my expectations were set quite high given Roland and the Martin families reputation. I believe I was expecting a little too much but in retrospect it was a good place on a great fishery.I have not left a review ratings on the rooms as we didn't stay on site during our visit. Though the variety of different accommodations was impressive and we'd very much consider staying there if/when we return to Okeechobee to fish again.We were underwhelmed with meal quality at the Galley for breakfast, but the majority of marina staff and our guide Mike were super friendly and helpful. Menu and beer selection at the Tikki bar was as expected. Sorta standard pub fare food with a decent selection of beers on tap. The gator tacos were good (my first time having gator)Lake and canal access from the marina is fantastic! Lake Okeechobee was as advertised when it came to beauty and wild life.

Would have been so much better without the BLARING juke box app. Our good time was hijacked by one table of people that didn't seem to get that other people just wanted to have a nice family fun dinner. Management did nothing to curb the rude behavior. We ate and left as soon as we could. Table next to us was doing the same. Their baby was crying and holding her hands over her little ears. I guess the food was okay. Don't even remember what we ordered the atmosphere was so.... just disruptive. Don't go if you're looking for a nice family dinner. You won't enjoy it. We won't be going back. Ever 👎👎

Very nice condo with pool. Bring your own bath soap, paper towels, and tp as theirs is very low quality. They have washer and dryer and dishwasher, but they do not provide soap for them. Challenging area to fish if you don't know Okeechobee. Fish cleaning station needs upgrade.

Nice location at the south end of the Big O...but mid week, our bartender (a very pleasant woman) was responsible for the entire room, so service was lacking. Not a fancy menu, but something for everyone. Limited bar, margaritas, but no pomegranate martinis (you're not in Palm Beach, Honey)

The food was hard to chew! The service was slow, CHAIN SMOKERS were seated at the bar next to me. I have CHF & am susceptible to Pneumonia. When I asked the barmaid about it, she acted as though I needed to leave. It was a very bad experience! Considering, I've been there many times, when the restaurant was in the building. Then, it was GOOD FOOD, & GOOD SERVICE (evan though, I had to carry my food)!!!

Best customer service we’ve had in a long time! My husband made reservations over the phone, the receptionist was friendly and thorough. The receptionist who checked us in was also very friendly. We ate at the tiki restaurant, the good wasn’t great but the service was excellent!

We've stayed here many times over the years.Clean and love the setup of the trailer. Bedrooms on each side w bath and kitchen in the middle. While we love staying here, the Tiki Bar on site was horrendous, tho. The staff there are terrible now. Service was awful. Roland Martins Marina is fabulous, however. Will be back.

In the beginning of June 2023, I stayed in condo 338 it was a little dated but was clean and had plenty of supplies for cooking, and everything worked.Of the four nights we stayed we went to the tiki bar 3 of them. Service was good for 2 of them. On Sunday 4th our last night there, our waiter was almost nonexistent it took 30 minutes or better in-between drink orders to get our drinks. Looking at the bar, the bartender was tending to a patron with his feet up on the bar where drinks were being picked up. She was too busy flirting with him to serve anyone else.Food was good all three times we visited and fairly priced for the times we are in.Our group of tournament fishers will most likely be back for the fishing. We were well setup for the weigh-in by the staff. Hopefully next time the bartender isn't so busy flirting that she doesn't even notice the feet on the bar she was smelling.

My Tug Boat crew changed in Tampa Bay. We drove to Wellington in West Palm Beach and stopped for lunch on the way.Lunch was great the gator bites were amazing. I had the chicken fingers and they were so moist,and actually made from a chicken not processed!! My Captain had the fried catfish which I tried and it was equally as good.

Nice lunch spot for Bikers and Boaters and anyone along US. We had a good Taco salad and a very good hamburger wrap. Service however is a bit slow and not so friendly.

For was delicious. People were great. This was one of our stops on a poker run from Hudson to st Augustine. Will definitely be going back here whenever I am in town .

The location is spot on, the service is good in the galley store, the galley restaurant, and the Tiki Bar. The marina personel was acceptable after they figured out, I knew a little bit about boats, but it was a different story in the beginning. We reserved the larger pontoon and was given the older 18 foot smaller unit that is OLD, the depth finder was wrong at all times. But the rooms are very dated and the boats rental was a very bad experience. The boats are old and not cleaned. I expected more for the price we paid for the rooms and the boat. I will not return for lodging or renting their boats.The only thing that has been updated in the condo's are smart TVs and the wifi. The appliances are the same from the 1980's.

Absolute joke. Reserved 21’ “new” pontoon boat. Showed up and gave us an old boat. Had to ask if we had the “new” we’re told they have our boat away. This is after we paid the extra price for the newer boat. We bought shiners and the were half dead. We took the boat even though it wasn’t the correct boat. We got back and got charged an extra $25 for a chip in the paint on the propeller. This place is ridiculous poor service poor equipment. Will never go back to this place.

3rd time I have been there. I brought my 2 boys 18&12 and hired a guide this time (usually rent a bass boat) for 2 6hr days (3/16 & 3/17/24). IT WAS AWESOME. We caught 30-40 fish the first day and 40-50 on the second day. 7lb 6lb's and few 5's and a bunch of 3-4 as well as loosing a 9-10 at the boat. The boys loved it. Our guide Mark King was just an awesome guy and he knew that lake like a book, I told him to write a book. The only negative thing is we couldn't get their steak dinner at lunchtime only after 5 pm :(((. We can't wait to go back. All the people were extremely pleasant as well.

We stayed at the resort for three days, absolutely loved it! Fine facility , good food, great staff and the BEST FISHING GUIDE EVER!!! Captain Bo White was incredible ! My fiance was extremely nervous about doing this, he was very kind and calming, she relaxed and of course caught all the biggest fish !!! We can't wait to come down and fish with Bo again.....great experience.......The facility is in a great location with a terrific staff... Thanks again !

Capt. Jerry Ware showed us a great time. The fishing was awesome. The Tiki Bar food is really good and the rooms were clean. Everything you need is on property if you forgot something stores are very close too.

Stayed for a night and went on a guided fishing trip. Rooms were clean and comfortable very quiet. Food was very good at the restaurant and reasonable price with good service. Guided trip was good only bad thing was the weather was very windy which was uncontrollable but we caught a few fish and had a great time. Highly recommended place to fish or just get away.

We spent one night at the marina. The room was clean, but never did cool off. The dinner was okay, breakfast was awful ( cold and not cooked thoroughly).

The dock master is a godsend! Knowledgeable and competent but also saw that we were living on the hook and were going to have a rough night. Gave us the last bit of dock space they had so we could relax, do laundry, and shower. There's also a market within walking distance for resupplying.

What a great place with all amenities. Friendly staff but be careful of the Crocodiles. Captain Sam will protect you and wrestle one if need be. Great place. Thank you.

Wonderful Marina, nice staff, and the food was excellent. Prices were a little expensive comparatively (hence the 4 stars) but that’s probably because Roland himself is so famous. Loved it!

Great place to stay if you are hunting or fishing. We had 4 rooms and all the rooms were clean and cold. The 2 ladies at the front desk were awesome. They were friendly and helpful. We ate lunch and dinner at the tiki hut. The food and drinks were great. Service was excellent. Would recommend anytime.

Pretty dingy. The rooms smell musty, couldn’t find any pillows that didn’t smell musty also. AC never really got that cold. No free breakfast. But location is nice and so are the staff

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920 E Del Monte Ave Site #70, Clewiston, FL 33440, USA

Absolutely magical stuff right here! I went straight for the pilot program. Driving 5 hours to this park... passing up other options. These guys are top notch! Legends and innovators in this sport! Considering the training or just a ride... go here!

This is a must do! We had an amazing experience. Our group of 6 ranged from 12 years old to 64 and a range of excited to I'll go to watch. All of us went to 3500 and were made to feel very comfortable. They did a fantastic job of explaining and making sure we're comfortable with each step. If you are reading this. I urge you to put the phone down an GO!!

This was an amazing first experience exploring an alternative to skydiving. Jay-jay our pilot/instructor was very comfortable to fly with, he made sure to explain everything on the ground and during the flight. It is worth getting the 2000 ft and Photo package as you get to go longer and at the end of your flight you get your very own action packed video of your flight along with 100s of photos. They also go higher for longer as a premium add on if interested.We will be definitely returning to try their higher altitude flights. I am told the flights through the clouds are exhilarating.

After several years of passing by this place, I finally decided to take the plunge and man am I happy I did! I’ve now been up in the air 2 1/2 hours and can’t get enough. You can say, I’m hooked. The staff is friendly, attentive, and highly knowledgeable goes without say, I highly highly recommend this spot to anyone.

We bought this as a gift for my dad's 75th birthday. He had a great time. Lauren, Adam and James were super nice and helpful. This was a great birthday experience and we will come back for more.

First of all the entire staff is awesome, very friendly and welcoming. Shout-out to my instructor Adam he is the bomb.com💣. Made me feel very comfortable and definitely enjoyed my experience gliding with him.📢📢📢Do yourself a favor and upgrade to the ultimate you get the most air time and when I tell you it's worth every second. This is nothing like sky diving if you've done that before it literally felt like I was butter knife gliding across a fresh batch of butter no lie. It was that smoothe and the scenery was just. AMAZING 😍🤩🤩🤩 I'm definitely going back 🙌🏽❤️

I thought it was pretty cool. Certainly an interesting thing to try out. Biggest downside was the cost. Paying close to 200 for an 11 min flight was a bit hard to swing. Also, the another group there did the basic package but got the same or more flight time. I dotn recommend the upgrade. But the experience itself was cool and all the staff were nice.

The reservation was easy to make online, which also gets you a 20% discount. Everyone was friendly and welcoming from the moment I arrived. The weather was iffy with lots of cloud cover moving in, so I had to wait for about an hour before they deemed it safe to fly. I did not mind for a couple of reasons: 1) It showed me they were concerned about safety, 2) It's a relaxing setting out in the country. The young woman in the office, Lauren, was great at keeping me up to date on the status of my flight. My pilot, Allen, was awesome! He explained everything we would be experiencing in the flight very calmly which took the edge off my initial nervousness. The flight itself was an incredible experience! It was the closet thing to flying like a bird you could ever do, and it was a great way to celebrate my birthday. Thank you Florida Ridge Airsports!

What amazing experience. Staff are eager and excited for you. They explain everything carefully so there no surprised. It was amazing. Definitely will return. A must do for your bucket list experience if you have one

Best Experience EVER, I was looking for something different to try specially for my boyfriend since it was his birthday week and one of the gift I wanted to give him is to try something NEW so I put my very very thought to it. He's not a big fan of roller-coaster but he does enjoy nature and adventure & I got to say I was scared at first for him, I know for a fact that I was going to enjoy it, but him not so much. I didn't told him where we were going just that I had a surprise for him, when we arrived to the place the atmosphere was already extremely amazing the staff very friendly, of course babe had several question and you could tell that he was nervous but they answer every question he had. When it was our turn he let me go first and all I have to say is that you should try it at least once in your life time, my boyfriend enjoyed sooo much he was looking forward to do the Ultimate which you stay longer in the air. I told him next time for sure. Thank you Florida Ridge Staff you will see us again

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12671 East, FL-80, Clewiston, FL 33440, USA

We had a great time with Capt. Ron's Awesome Everglades Adventures. The tour starts off with a discussion on safety followed by some maneuvers to acclimate the group to the handling of the Waverunners.Once this phase was completed we set off into the Everglades. RJ, our guide, was very knowledgeable and know where to take us to see Dolphins and Manatees. At one point we were surrounded by Dolphins!! Then it was off to a sandbar/island for some shelling and a brief rest.When we returned to Caxambas Park RJ burned a CD full of pictures for each of us.I would recommend this tour to anyone. It was great fun. Bring sunscreen. You'll be in the sun for a few hours.

Kyle was super nice. Had an awesome time

Do they offer small game days? Rabbit squirrel etc?

Good pizza, great owner and staff

Nice and funy

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5.0

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28965 Obern Rd, Clewiston, FL 33440, USA

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Had a very nice hike this morning at Babcock ranch preserve. With the exception of the very beginning part where you leave the car to trail entrance and trail ending, the entire trail was in shaded Forest. It was completely dry when I was there.I love the little placards along the way that explain what kind of ecosystem you're in, it's nice to see all the different ones that are there. This is my kind of place, lots of shade, trees, wildflowers, bird songs

We all had fun on our first trip here, family of 6.We'll be coming back in the rainy season so it's more swampy and deeper water.

This is one of my all time favorite places. Time before it was wet with foot deep water at the three weir's crossings. This time bone dry. Roads always well maintained. Please be respectful of this treasure.

This is an awesome place to visit. We did the Swamp Buggy Eco Tour. Our guide Michelle was the greatest. Worth every penny.Lunch after was delicious and great service. Would visit again if we are ever in the area again.

We had such a wonderful time on our tour! Our eco guide, Brad, was so informative and down to earth which made the experience that much better! We went at the 11:00 tour and saw so much wildlife! Lunch at the Gator Shack was delicious and plentiful! We highly recommend this adventure!

Great place to go. Stay for lunch, the prices are decent and the food good. The tour was beyond our expectations, and the tour guide made it even better.

Fun for the family, both old & young have interesting things to see & learn

The Eco Tour is very nice the driver /guide was very knowledgeable We did an morning tour and was able to see lots of animals.

The swamp buggy tour was really awesome! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and nice. We even got to pet a baby alligator.

Wonderful tour! Camry was an excellent and knowledgeable tour guide who made it a fun and interesting tour! Saw lots of wildlife including alligators, raccoons, deer, wild pigs, cows, bulls and a variety of birds. The changing terrain was very interesting and we learned a lot about the Florida eco system as we traveled through swampy areas, fields etc. Highly recommend this 90 minute green bus tour - we thoroughly enjoyed it!

Was absolutely amazing. We had a great time, our driver and guide was great. Was amazing to see so many different animals and learn the history of the ranch.

This nature preserve was surprisingly awesome! The scenery is beautiful. You get to see all types of wildlife & learn so much about the animals, trees, & history of the place. The tour guides are very informative & fun; especially the tour guide named Brad. It's a unique special gem. It's great affordable place to visit for all ages. It's also a good to visit different times of the year because the different things to see each season.

What a great experience!! Was fun for all ages in our group, and better than we expected. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and could answer all the questions that were asked. It was so fun to see the different animals, learn all about the history of the ranch and Florida. Highly recommended, you won't be disappointed!!

Resident soon usually visit weekly monitor my new Toll Brothers builder at Regency phase 2 continuation..

Always enjoy time spent at the Babcock Ranch. Guides are always friendly and informative. Always plenty of wildlife and nature to see. This is my 3rd time, I try to bring any friends or family that come to visit. They even have a small snack shack with plenty of options including gator bites to curb the appetite. The shack closes at 3 though so go early!

We went on the eco tour and had more fun than we did on the tours in the everglades! Loved our guide, who was the manager, and we seen a lot of animals. Loved the deer that were fed by our guide, and the sensational 17 pigs that came running up as a group. We were very impressed with the tour and will definitely recommend it to others!

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The people at Octagon care for abused, injured, and unwanted pets (like tigers, bears, and lions) who suddenly outgrew their stupid owners apartments 🙄😪Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary is a non-profit organization that exists for decades and lives on through the hard work of about 35 volunteers these days.They are closed to the public since early 2020 to keep their animals safe from Covid-19 (not the other way around).We support them regularly since we came here years ago for the first time. If you can help, please do!

My husband and I enjoyed this tour so much. It is an incredible opportunity to see such beautiful, majestic animals up close. We learned a lot about these animals and their stories. All the volunteers were so friendly. I wish I lived closer so that I could volunteer!

Definitely an amazing place to get up close with animals you rarely have an opportunity to see. It’s not a zoo - doesn’t even feel like one. The passion and care you see for these stunning creatures is so genuine - it’s all volunteer based, so you know these caregivers truly want the best for them. Tracy was so knowledgeable and friendly with our homeschool group, and welcomed our questions. It’s heartbreaking to know some of the backstories, but it’s heartwarming to know these beautiful, special animals are loved and cared for! They are 100% funded by donations, and proceeds from tours and their gift shop. If visiting or live in the area - I would definitely recommend booking this tour!

Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!A wonderful tour of a wonderful facility dedicated to the welfare of some of the most beautiful species on this planet that have been given the gift of a forever home, cared for by people who truly love them. The animals who have been rescued by this facility all have some of the most beautiful and comfortable enclosures I’ve ever seen in any similar sanctuary. They all engage in enrichment programs that keep them happy and involved in their daily lives.Their diet is not only designed to be nutritious but also emphasizes the individual favorite foods that each one of the beautiful creatures prefers. The staff is all volunteer and dedicated to the welfare of the animals in their charge. If you love animals, the Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary tour is a must whenever you’re in Southwest Florida.

It's a rescue for animals that cannot go back into the wild. All funds are used for food, upkeep, veterenarian bills, etc. Animals have plenty of space with toys and pools. In most cases there is a description with the animals background and how they came to the sanctuary.

I have been to Octagon a handful of times while visiting my parents in Florida. It truly is an animal sanctuary. The time, very hard work and love the volunteers put in to these animals is out of this world. We have missed you the past couple of years but have the utmost respect for what you are doing to keep the animals safe. Shame on those who are trying to mock and bash you for your actions. People like that don't belong anywhere near a sanctuary. I believe some of these people do not realize how much you're sacrificing by keeping Octagon closed to the public. Keep on keeping on guys. Can't wait to visit when the universe allows.

Low key rescue center for retired animals who were once pets, circus performers and even on TV/movies. Run by volunteers who really care about the animals. Great place for kid as well as adults seeking a pleasant, calming environment.

We absolutely loved our tour! The animals are well cared for and seemed happy. You get to see them from a few feet away. Our tour was only 16 people and lasted an hour and a half. We had plenty of time to see al the animals and never felt rushed. Lots of shade and places to sit if you need to. Go see all the beautiful creatures!

Just took the tour today Nov.4. I was thrilled to see all the wonderful animals. The guide was very informative and pleasant. All the animals are very well cared for. The lives they now have are comfortable and they are given plenty of stimulation. I will definitely return. It was a lovely day!!

We had a great visit today. Our tour guide, Tracey, was FABULOUS! She was very knowledgeable about the animals and you could tell she has a love for these animals. She was very passionate, which made our tour even better.

This place is absolutely amazing!! We We had Tracey as our guide and she and her crew are great!!! The animals look and act like they are well kept. Enclosure’s are really clean and spacious. Tracey was very informative and shared the background of all the rescue animals. These people really do a wonderful job for a volunteer organization!

Tremendous! This is a sanctuary for large animals, many being large cats. These folks really care about the animals. Very well kept. You won't regret the drive and the visit. All of the "care-givers" are friendly and helpful. Enjoy!

Our tour was amazing and everyone loved it. The animals all look so healthy and very well cared for. Everything was clean well maintained. It was very interesting and the staff was amazing, it shows that they truly care for all the animals. We will go again and can only recommend it to anyone!

Wow! Lions, tigers, bears, monkeys, tortoises, peacocks, lemurs!! All had been "kept" by "people" who then didn't or wouldn't care for anymore!! Octogan & these animals are cared for by volunteers!!! The animals all have names and are well taken care of & they all have a story!! Had a 2 1/2hr "tour" to meet them. Nice to see they have a safe, healthy," normal" place to live- it's not back "in the wild" but is better than how they were treated prior. If you're an animal lover will appreciate & enjoy!

We had great time at Octagon wildlife.We never seen wild animals like this way!Great volunteer staff and wonderful experiences.

We appreciated the experience on the tour to see the volunteers engage with the bears, lions, tigers, monkeys and parrots and the tour guide was so nice and knowledgeable.It saddens me that people writing reviews are bashing this sanctuary. Although the enclosures at Octagon aren't the largest, the staff and volunteers rescued these animals (many were sick, traumatized etc.) when the animals had nowhere else to go. Octagon is clearly doing the best they can.If you have ever been to places like Big Cat Rescue, you'll see that the enclosures are not that much bigger than those at Octagon. Octagon is a credible sanctuary as well, and doesn't breed or exploit their animals.I understand feeling sad for the animals, but bashing the sanctuary is cruel and hurtful to animals themselves and affects their ability to be cared for. We should support their efforts and donate our time and money to help fund improvements in the enclosures.I would recommend visiting Octagon. It's a great opportunity to learn about and see up-close exotic animals. But please go with realistic expectations, an open mind and a loving heart. Be respectful and the cause it represents. It's a great day trip for your kids so they can learn about the life of exotic animals and what happens when they are bought as pets and exploited as babies, and the reasons they must live in captivity. At least in captivity they have a second chance to live a full life with love, food and enrichment.

We truly enjoyed our experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. It’s great to see them. Taking such good care of these wonderful animals.

Incredible Sanctuary, every one of these beautiful animals are healthy. Happy and vibrant. The tour was informative and enjoyable from start to finish. I am so glad this place exists so that these animals can continue to exist themselves. Our guide was fantastic.

Octogon is a wonderful forever home for animals who need a place when their original owners no longer want them or never should have had them in the first place. The guided tours are informative and well done. Do go and support their efforts.

An FWC approved and verified facility housing abandoned and abused lions, Tigers, bears, hyenas, wolves and many other species. Run by volunteers and donations the tourbis available by booking online. Easy to do, I went on the 9:30 am tour lasting till 11am. Candy our tour guide is knowledgeable, gives a history and origins of each of the animals.Enclosures meet and exceed all the standards, most are a sand or dirt floor with large swim pools for each animal. They offer enrichment activities to each of the animals and special treats periodically. Double fenced with special gates to access or separate the pens for cleaning and maintenance it is a well run facility.Take not of the picture of the sign with the amount of food needed, donations, visitors always welcome. Started Volunteering here, great experience and happy to be close to nature 😀

Would absolutely recommend this rustic sanctuary that a few great humans, dedicated to these beautiful wild animals, are doing their best to enrich and bring comfort. A very special place. I left feeling so grateful for this experience. Grateful for these people who volunteer. These beautiful creatures great an small are so very incredible, each with their own personality. And the wee monkey that loves to watch cooking shows, my heart.

I took my grandma and son here today. This place is amazing. The stories of all the animals that have been rescued are incredible. All of the animals are fed well, look healthy, and happy. Our volunteer tour guide was so knowledgeable and I could tell she has a beautiful soul. If you are put off from the online booking and guided tours only, PLEASE DON’T LET THAT STOP YOU FROM VISITING. Because I was initially grumpy about having to book online and no one answering the phones as well.. I am an old soul. But IT IS WORTH IT. 100% will be back and 100% will support this place. Our tour was only suppose to be an hour and a half but the guide really took her time. We got an extra hour here! They even had sunblock and sunscreen on tables. I don’t have a complaint.

I wouldn't call this a zoo, but more like a rescue zoo. You get to see the animals up close and learn about their lives. I recommend going if you want to help and see the animals. I found this place while searching for a bird's wildlife rescue sanctuary close by; otherwise, I don't think I would've known of this place.

I was unsure going into this tour because any time I had gone to the zoo and seen animals in enclosures, I always left feeling incredibly sad. After doing the guided tour at this facility, I left with tears in my eyes at the amazing love each of these animals receives from all the volunteers.The care that is provided by everyone at the sanctuary and how much they genuinely love these animals is inspiring. They pay attention to all the little details and preferences of each animal and make sure that they are accommodated. With each animal’s different personalities and quirks, modifications have been made to every aspect of their day-to-day lives and each enclosure so that they are happy and feel safe.We got to watch them play in their own personal pools, the different toys for brain stimulation, eat, and even get some special treats from the volunteers (appropriate diet-safe treats of course). All the primates even had their own TVs to watch!!It is so clear that each animal is well cared for and feels safe. They would run over to say hi when they heard the volunteers voice or roll onto their backs, exposing their belly, and take a nap. As we were leaving, one of the volunteers was sitting and chatting with a Macaw!I loved every minute of that tour and my heart is so full. Thank you to all of the volunteers that take care of these animals!!!!

The guided tour was educational and informative. We enjoyed seeing the different Animals. there were lions, tigers, and bears and the list went on and on, an alligator and peacocks, monkeys and lemurs, parrots….loved them all! Great volunteers ❤️

We went to Octogon Sanctuary as a Homeschool trip. We Loved our experience! It's a small place as in not a huge corporation but very cozy and welcoming because of their staff. We were able to see each animals personalities shine and we were able to be pretty close and even feed some! The staff helps make you feel welcome and are wealth of knowledge on each animal on their compound.My kids learned a lot and our visit sparked an interest in new animals and they pretended they were some of the animals they saw. They have portapottys for bathroom facilities and a small gift shop and no water fountains so come prepared with your essentials and snacks. This was the best experience we've had with animals like this we've been to many zoo's and this doesn't compare its on another level. All the volunteers show nothing but love and respect to these beautiful beings. Go check it out. Support their cause, they are doing the right thing by these animals. 💕

I’ve seen social media posts and photos of Octagon and always thought it was “a regular sanctuary” you could find all over FL. Let me tell you how wrong I was! I learned so much about the history and current methods of animal care and safety, which really showed just how much they prioritize animal welfare above all else. This place is run entirely by volunteers but it is maintained as if there’s a full time staff. The grounds and enclosures are in great shape and you can tell the animals are relaxed and happy. Some of them never knew a kind hand until they arrived here, so seeing them so settled and peaceful is heartwarming. For tours, they give the animals treats and enrichment activities so you get to see them active and engaged. If you go in the morning you’ll likely see the team of enclosure cleaners making their rounds…watching how much work they do to keep the enclosures clean and safe was an added bonus! This is the kind of place you wish you found sooner and can’t wait to go back to for another visit. My heart was full as I drove back home and now I want to volunteer there!

This was an amazing experience. I highly recommend visiting if anywhere in the area. If you can’t visit i would urge to donate to this facility as it is 100% for the animals.

Octagon Sanctuary is a place which beautiful humans and animals share as a place of love, peace and kindness. Entire staff being 100% volunteers, rescue and care for any and all wild animals that need home. I was amazed at how thoughtful, caring, nurturing and respectful all Octagon volunteers were to the animals. They know their character, their likes and dislikes, and all their funny quirks. They are never asked to do any tricks for guests but instead invited to interact. It was so heartwarming to see that all these animals have found such a happy place. Special thanks to Tracey, who gave us a wonderful tour, told us a story of every ‘baby’ in their sanctuary and introduced them to us in the most loving and tender way. I will be visiting you again!

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Parking on a busy weekend physically challenging. If you get sent to the out lots you must be able to climb on a bus to be shuttled in. No complaints about the slots and restaurant. Not much wait for food service and the food was good and generous. I was there for a car and music show and there were also many good truck options and vendors outside. Traffic is heavy so give plenty of time to get in and out.

I'm local and for years I've been going with my family, enough that we know many of the dealers. They are seriously short staffed both on the floor and in the restaurants, so although the food and service is great, it does cause problems.There used to be enough incentive to come when we got points as we played, both on the table and on the slots. Gradually, we were forced to jump through more and more hoops for even a drink comp, and yesterday was the last straw as we were told we needed to hunt down a casino host to convince them for a few bucks after spending hours and hundreds of dollars on the tables. It adds insult to injury after losing, when before we could console ourselves with a dinner we are now told we have to beg for a drink. No, thank you.There's now no point having a unity card, so I tossed mine. I spoke to several other people who concur.They've raised the table minimums drastically as well, so don't expect to stay long.The only up side was the band that was playing that night. Soon the bands will be playing to an empty room unless something changes.This is one of those places that is perfectly aware you have no other alternative for gambling, so they treat you however they like.

Too bad, my husband is on the IRS radar. He hit a jackpot and had to fill out an IRS report of income. (my way of telling people do win.)The next day, I played Black Jack and ordered a drink by the time the drink came. I was out of chips, and the waitress came but refused to give me the drink, saying, "You aren't playing." (free drinks are for those at tables and playing) Even the Pit Boss verified I had been playing. But, the waitress turned around and left.No problem, I went to check with Casino service and was given a drink from the bar. I was told a supervisor would speak to the waitress.When my husband came to find me, he was also given a courtesy drink from the bar.They were very accommodating on the casino floor

Unreal experience coming from an artist who stayed here to play a show at the Casino Ballroom (and let me clarify that the venue was phenomenal, this is just for the hotel)…Room A/C didn’t work, called maintenance to get fixed, maintenance guy comes up and is extremely loud and not courteous whatsoever… he pulls out the air filter which is COVERED beyond belief in dust (says “found your problem!”) and cleans it. God knows what kind of air we were breathing up until this point. Then when we had to leave the room to go down to the show, he asked if we could “please leave our door open so he could come back and try to work on it more?” Cannot believe hotel staff would ask us to leave our door open/unlocked for maintenance (who somehow don’t have keys to get in???)Hours later, we come back after the show, still no A/C. Requested our room be changed only to be told that “we are completely sold out and cannot swap rooms.” I asked for management who said the same thing. Nothing could be done, apparently. Keep in mind it’s early August in Florida…I was with the artist / band playing at the casino and let them know this, and they still could not change the rooms OR do anything about the situation. How on planet earth could a hotel book every solitary room and not have a single backup for when a room has a problem?? We travel for a living and our well-being depends heavily on the comfort of our hotel room, and not being able to accommodate for this is completely unacceptable. AND it turns out more of our band’s rooms had no A/C.I hope to hear back regarding this situation as someone who travels with several bands and will likely have to stay here again. The venue personnel was exceptional, it’s a shame the hotel had to ruin it for us.

We go a few times a year with my Grandson Chad who is avid player and I must say the casino is very rewarding. We always have comped lunches and drinks when we come out and have the time of our lives. Go with a group. Each person puts in a $20, take turns, on button, and play for fun. 9 outta 10 times 5 hours passes and we go home up or about even and just always glad we went. Special Thanks to casino and that nice gal named Gloria G. who is a casino host. She is always so nice and makes our time very fun. I love the new games and hope eventually Lucky Mi returns. Cant wait to go again this weekend. Thank you and Good Luck to all.

Only visited casino and it was to much smoke for me. The non-smoking area is adjacent to the smoke. Virility of games was good and plenty of machines to play. Only a short ride from Fort Myers. The one meal was acceptable and the services was friendly. High charge on cash withdrawal so bring your money with you. Good luck.

Good assortment of games, smoking Casino, but pretty well ventilated if you don't smoke. Decent Long Island Iced Tea, decent payout, and of course the Blackjack girls are beautiful. Very revealing and sexist outfits, but I guess that's to be expected. Highly recommend if you can't afford to go to Vegas. Just wish they had at least one day a week for $5 blackjack on a few tables. I think they're losing money by not having that as an option at least one day a week. The Seminole in Hollywood has two tables every day of the week devoted to $5 blackjack. Just saying

I’m no casino frequenter, but at least three or four times a year. I’ve been to all the local ones in South Florida, but my first time here. I’m kind of surprised, it’s a nice and peaceful casino in a beautiful setting. Make time to go outside to the stands for the horse track and look over the infield and see the link flamingos, they are easy to see. The casino floor is actually quieter than any casino I’ve been to, it’s not overly loud machines blaring. This place is definitely nicer than Gulfstream Casino, by a lot.The food options looked reasonable, if unimaginative. Fair pricing. And where else can you get a Cuban coffee for $1 these days. If you like slots (I did see they have a poker area but didn’t go there), definitely give this place a chance.

It was my first time going to a casino. It was amazing. I loved it, and the food was excellent. I was there all day, great games. I had so much fun. Everyone who worked there was just perfect. My son took me for a mini vacation. I'm handicapped and there is excellent access for all who go there I will go again. Perfect day, the food 😋 🥳 😋

This isn't the most luxurious casino I've been to but they make up for it with their incredible service.They have all the table games and slot machines I like to play. Property is safe and always fun.If you're in the area, great place to stop in for a bit.

I have been 12 times in the last 6 months, I won one small jackpot of $1750. I have not won anything since, I take a $1000 with me each time. I never see anyone else win either, It's getting easier to drive to Tamp to the hard rock, spend my money there

Always a fun time. The place is quite large. Penny slots are for me. You can find many for under 88 cents per pull. Most games are colorful and offer interactive fun. They offer a large non-smoking areahere are plenty of tables, but I have not played. Alcohol is served, but at a cost, in most areas of the casino.

If you smoke, you're in luck! If not, you'll be hard pressed to find any table games that aren't cloudy, and even the non-smoking areas are getting some second hand exposure, even at 1030 am when I was there. I played at a 3-card table for about an hour, all my sinuses could bear. Switched to a slot and actually made the experience better by winning more than I'd spent! Easy, close parking during my morning hours visit. I stopped by the Player's Club, friendly staff! The husband of a table player sitting next to me hit a $40K+ progressive slots jackpot as we were playing poker! I'm betting they had a very nice lunch that day! Remember, only gamble with "front pocket" spare money, never your wallet!

I went to this casino for the first time and although they had table games they did NOT have craps. That was disappointing.Brooklyn sandwich place for lunch was excellent, food very fresh.Good selection of current and modern slot machines.

The casino was very nice, courteous staff and wide variety of slot machines, gaming tables, etc.I will add that drinks in Casino were not free. While I only drink sodas it was the very first time I've been charged for drinks. Both sodas and alcohol or beer are not free. Caught me by surprise.I would still highly recommend.

I would give 5 stars but the location is not convenient for visits. Otherwise the hotel and casino are welcoming, clean, updated, secure, and well operated. I enjoyed the smaller size and the ease of parking. All the employees were very friendly and helpful. If you are in the area. Stop in for a good experience.

We enjoyed a three night stay at the hotel/casino and the entire time all I did was compliment them on their cleanliness..everywhere! The ladies rooms were impeccably clean. The hotel room was quite comfortable, neat and also very clean. The slot machines were a bit tight but all in all we had a fantastic time. We had dinner at their onsite restaurants and were pleased with each meal. Service was great also! Just wish we lived a bit closer as we would surely frequent this hotel/casino more often. Thanks for a memorable time :)

The casino lost my shirt. Or shall I say FedEx lost my shirt. That's better than me losing my shirt. And there's always a chance to go back and order another one from Hard Rock. Thank you!

I would never waste your time at this dump.***Gambler Beware***First off, these Seminole Indian cheat any way they can and make up their own rules. I used to frequently play here until I caught them cheating me, and they lied and covered it up afterwards. They basically banned me for made-up reasons that they couldn't explain to me. They cheat in baccarat and blackjack. Switch cards around and bring in dealers to change the flow and order of cards. Gaming Commission does nothing, and Indians have them in their pockets. Most slot machines are rigged to pay small payouts and tighter on their jackpots. Don't waste your time with these crooked people who work there and lie to your face.

Of course it's always fun when u win. Very nice casino. We didn't stay at the resort, just visited. Had a great time. Had Chinese food in one of there restaurants. Great date night with my wife.

Much smaller than I thought it would be. Tight inside even without a lot of people. Bartender service at the corner bar stunk. Shocked the rooms r priced as high as they r for it kind of being a dump. I'd recommend driving another hour to the Hollywood Hard Rock. Imho

I'm commenting on this place as a whole and it is a great place as a casino, hotel and entertainment complex. It is a little bit in the middle of nowhere but is really just an hour or so drive from most places so not bad. The casino is very nice with all the games and table games you could want. They bring great second tier entertainment here and have a good indoor and outdoor venue. As casinos go, the hard rocks are the premier ones in Florida and this rates third on the list. Which means it's still good.

Stayed 1 night. Ac was not working. They said Maintenance would look at it. Got back to my room, and they had just turned it down to 65 and was probably frozen. Went back to frontdesk. They put me in a different room. Was not going to compensate me until I asked. They gave me 50 dollars in the restaurants. Thought this was fair. Did not win on this visit, but had fun. Everyone was very hospitable.

Everyone we dealt with was very nice.... I would definitely be at this casino more often if it weren't for the smoking. I appreciate the non smoking areas but the table games are all in smoking areas. As soon as you walk in the casino the smoke smell hits you in the face. Hopefully they will eventually go full smoke free, until then I'm out.

This place is awesome the people are very friendly and the staff are very courteous. Especially when you stay at the hotel . The rooms we get are complimentary to us probably because we spend a lot of money gambling! It's fun to be retired. It's the most fun I've had since I quit working!

I was extremely disappointed in the wait service at the machines. I asked for bar service repeatedly, even asking the floor walkers/managers. At one point, a floor person even volunteered to watch my machine while I went to the bar. I reluctantly did so, only to be totally ignored by the bartender, who was around the curve. I had been on a roll, and I was getting *very* annoyed at this point. I went back to my machine and was told by the man that he would send a server over. I waited another 20mins before she appeared. By this point, my friend said, and so did several people, I should have been comped a drink. It was my first time there, so I just dumbly went along. And of course, my roll ended ... ☹️

Very noisy. Very tight slots. I don't expect to win every time. Some playback would be nice. Asked six months ago to have my dual account to be fixed. Nothing yet. I'm not getting play points due to this. Overhead music needs to be coordinated. Multiple zones. Playing different songs.

This place has come a long way in the last few years. For its size, it's got plenty of slots, table games, and a decent High Roller section. It does have a non-smoking section which compared to most is probably the same percentage as a bigger Casino. However, the no smoking section is adjacent to the smoking section so it still smells of cigarettes and cigars. However, if you don't smoke, you won't end up sitting next to somebody that does. Overall, smoke inside the casino is not too bad. Outside of Friday and Saturday nights when it's super big. Two restaurants and a little coffee bar with sandwiches and sweets make this a place you can stay at all day. I live in Fort Myers and I'm only about 30 minutes away so I've never actually stayed in any of the rooms. Highly recommend.

We had such a great night! Highly recommend staying here. The hotel room was great. Very modern, clean and spacious. Both the hotel staff and the casino staff were all very friendly and courteous. We had dinner and breakfast on property and both exceeded expectations. We will definitely be back!

It was nice, if a touch on the smaller side. The restaurants and bars there are nice as well. We had good fortune, as my wife won 300+ on our visit. The ticket cashing machines actually give you change, unlike so many that won't. Plenty of TV's if you want to watch sports... Not overly noisy too. Lots of parking...

Saw a concert here. The casino was orderly and seemed well run. The bar was comfortable and the coffee bar was good. Food at the deli restaurant was ‘meh’ and the service was slow, particularly for checkout. We’d come back though as the concert was fun and the staff was friendly.

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Our family greatly enjoyed our outing on the Everglades of Florida. Despite venturing out during the hottest part of the day, our tour guide managed to find an alligator for us to see. The boat was clean and well-maintained, and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable.We would definitely take another tour if we’re back in the area, but we’d likely choose to go earlier in the day when the animals are more active. Once the heat peaks, the animals tend to disappear.

I have frequented this airboating tour since I was young. It's a great tourist & family experience! They make frequent stops to view gators, and other wildlife and provide fantastic photography opportunities. Bring your family, friend's, or even you worst enemy. It doesn't matter, you'll have an unforgettable time!!! The first time I came here was when I was about 7, I'm 26 now and still hold my family memories on this tour close. So to all of you moms and dads, and wildlife lovers, bring it on down!

Good people and a great tour! I can't recommend them enough. We saw so much wildlife and the kids had the best time. Definitely a glimpse into real Florida.

Awesome time all around. Kenny was great spotting all the wildlife even a big gator getting his fish lunch. Absolutely recommend it and will be back

My wife and I drove close to an hour because our three grandsons (ages 9, 11 & 13) wanted to see alligators. The place looked a little sketchy, but what a great airboat ride through the grasses at the edge of lake Trafford. We had a great boat, a great captain, at a great price. We saw hundreds of gators, thousands of birds, and many other critters. The kids had a wonderful time. This is a better boat ride than the one through the mangroves in Everglades City.

Our family had such a great time! Most definitely a favorite on our trip. We got to see gators up close in nature (safely of course) and other native wildlife. Our guide was awesome, told us all kinds of interesting facts and answered all our questions. Our 13 yr old son said this was the favorite part of our trip. The birds were fun to interact with too. Everyone was so friendly!

Call for a reservation. 3-7 days in advance during “season.” We were lucky enough to find a cancellation for the next day. 😊. Paid $39.50 per person plus tip. Bring a jacket and sunglasses or hat. We had a great time! Grant was a fabulous captain and pointed out a wide variety of birds as well as baby & adult alligators. So fun!!

It was an awesome experience for an hour ride We got to see some alligators and the swap was beautiful. It was hot that day so the nice breeze from the airboat ride was just perfect. Our tour guide was giving some history background but we were sitting at the front seat so we couldn't hear it all. For sure it was loud but they give you a noise reduction headset to put on and it's very strong wind so make sure you tighten your hat if you are wearing one & no need to bring the bag full of stuff just water and sunscreen. Of course your camera! This was included in our package and also the boat ride which it seems you can purchase separately. They have a small convenient store for souvenirs or things you need but kinda pricey. This was where they ask u to sign your name for the waiver they also have a bathroom if you need and so while waiting for your airboat ride you can enjoy taking pictures of baby alligators and some snakes and birds they have in their cages. Enjoy! And be safe!

This was absolutely amazing! So many birds and gators. Our captain was fantastic and pointed out various wildlife species and told us about them. So many great pictures that I cannot post them all!

Captain Kenny gave us a delightful tour that was highly informative. We saw tons of aligators -up close and personal- and a variety of birds. Bonus: the prices are reasonable.

We did the 11am tour. We were told the hotter it gets the less likely you'll see any gators. We saw at least 50-60 gators and at least 20-30 up close. There's a lot of cool animals to see while waiting for your tour to start. Snakes, gators, birds. They also sell beer inside along with water, pop etc.

Loved the airboat tour! You do have to make a reservation in advance. My friend and I found it worthwhile! Saw many alligators, birds, cows, lots of wild life we don’t see often! Tour was 1 hour long. Would come back! Thank you

A fantastic airboat tour! We saw all types of herons, egrets, common and purple gallinules, and of course alligators! Captain Kenny was our boat captain and he’s extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife and a great spotter. Lots of fun!

Great family excursion today with Captain Kenny. Thanks for taking the lesser traveled pathways. Amazing gator and bird sightings and a cow surprise as a bonus treat.The family loved it! Thank you!!!

We saw so many gators that I lost count! The tour was breathtakingly beautiful and an amazing experience!

Amazing and very perfect tour on the lake and in the everglades! As a family we're welcome and super hosted by Kept. Ken and his family.He knows a lot of things about this area, the Birds 🐦, Fishes 🐠 and Alligators. It's a unbelievable and exciting trip, if you're not growing up in this area. As European you will be totally flashed from nature!Perfect for families and a lot of fun, "flying over the water" with this power Airboat.We'll be back and ride it again, sure! 👏 👏 👏

I have experienced quite a few nice airboat rides in the past,but this one was at the TOP. It was the best airboat tour. First of all,Kenny,the "Captain" and guide,was very good at what he was doing and showing. He took his time,stopped the engine of the airboat once in a while to show us the beautiful nature from the wetlands at the Trafford lake,like specific plants,beautiful birds,alligators… What a beautiful and intact nature !! Thank you Kenny,for this unforgettable airboat tour,into this grand and unique nature !!John

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The information boards about the manatees were very Informative. Plenty of seating and shade for those taking their time along the walk. Very much enjoyed the music from the lady playing the hand pans in the pavilion.

What a lovely park. The workers are helpful and friendly. I like coming here because they have rentals for my family and friends to join in on the fun! They also have clean bathrooms that are fully stocked.You're able to go either up the river or out towards the bay for different experiences. The houses around there are nice to look at and up river there's a farm with cows! I frequent often.

Among our most incredible vacation experiences ever! Kayak rentals are reasonably priced and the manatees are abundant (we visited in January). Absolutely would do this again!

It is a beautiful area to paddle around. They have kayaks for rent, and you can bring your own and launch there. The parking was $5. We saw 3 manatees while we were paddling around in the early afternoon.

This was a surprise! We were looking for covered playgrounds to burn some energy while staying out of the sun.Before we even made it to the playground we took a walk through the mangroves, saw some manatees, hung out by the water, played on the boardwalk, and hung out with a (fake) alligator.Parking is a reasonable $2/hr. Parking is plentiful for the size of the park. There is a gift shop with snacks and reasonably clean restrooms.There are lots of walking trails, all gentle and easy. The highlight of the visit was the walk along the water, which had covered awnings every 50 yards or so which provided VERY comfortable manatee viewing areas on a hot 90F day. The water channel appears to be a power-plant cooling discharge...my guess is that manatees like the warmer water. I was chasing a 3 year old so I didn't have much time to learn (but the opportunity is there with lots of signage).We got to see a few manatees without a lot of waiting. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip...we're big animal people. What toddler parent isn't?There are boardwalks over the water through the mangroves that lead to a kayak launch area (it would be LOTS of fun to rent a kayak here...maybe when the kid is a little older), another manatee viewing area, and other locations within the park.The playgrounds are on the smaller side and better for kids under 4 probably.This was a great visit and will be a future stop. If you bring lunch, this could be a two hour visit. More if you rent a Kayak.

Great place to learn a thing or two about Floridas wildlife, kayak on the orange river, and, if it's winter time and the water is below 68°F, you probably will see manatees!!! It's very inexpensive to rent a kayak, the facilities are clean and functional, and the employees are kind and helpful. You really can't get lost and it's very safe! They also have a little gift shop with snacks and such. I definitely recommend! Have fun 😊

I visited the manatee park with high hopes of seeing these gentle giants, but unfortunately, there were none in sight. The park's size was smaller than expected, and the overall experience left me disappointed. Considering the absence of manatees, I doubt I'll be returning.

This was our second time at the Manatee Park! It’s such a great place to enjoy watching the Manatee and their baby’s, pluss sharks, and other fish close up between January and March. They have an area with butterfly’s, a snack bar, inside area with tons on back ground information about the Manatee, they sell refreshing snow cones, they have a Gift shop and if you want to see Sea Turtles, snakes etc you can go down the street in overflow parking and get a ride to visit the Florida Aquarium buildings where they rescue sick turtles etc and see them up close as they get rehabilitation and later get released back into the ocean. We had a great time and it’s Free!

We first went late in the day. We walked along the boardwalk & saw two manatees surface!! We went back the next day to rent kayaks. We rented for 2 hours & saw a ton of manatees! We saw several pods hanging out near the banks while we were out. Highly recommend going out in the kayaks (the tour sounds cool if you've got time!). The water there was very dark & murky, but we had no problems finding manatees. There were tons of them!!

What a nice park. I have been a lee county resident for 40 years and have never been to this park. I took my kids for a meet up with our homeschool group and it truly is a gem. We had fun looking for manatees and walking the small trail they have. We went and looked out over the water. We visited the small shop and got drinks. The kids played on the playgrounds and we walked around the entire park. I would recommend anyone visit this place. Definitely will be back. You pay for parking but it’s $5 for the entire day. You can also kayak, launch your own or rent one from the park.

I love this place! We used the public kayak launch, which isn’t too far a walk from the nearest car drop off point. It’s a cool mangrove area within the park, but this leads you out to the Orange River. They also offer kayak rentals here. We didn’t see any manatees, however we did see turtles, and lots of bird and fish. The current was not even noticeable as we headed east on the river but once we turned around a wind kicked up making the current pick up against us. Overall easy awesome paddle!

It was nice. I saw the rare atala butterflys. Not a single manatee, but it just wasn't the season. Sad i didn't get to see one on my vacation, lol.

Awesome Park, we visited on 12/28/2023. There were a dozen or more manatee swimming that day do beautiful site to see. They also offered kayaking with the manatee, which looked really cool, but we had other things to do. I'd highly recommend seeing this if you're in the area.

Nice smaller park right on a canal and a smaller river. A shorter trail will take you along the canal and to the river. Unfortunately the river was extremely warm (92F, 33C) here in March, so it is too warm for manatees. So no animal sightings at all. There are restrooms and a gift shop.

A beautiful park with a butterfly garden, walking paths, kayak launch, two small playgrounds (no swings), and lots of nature. We did not see any manatees as we were there during a time where they have typically left back to the ocean. There is a gift shop open until 5pm and public restrooms.

a wonderful place to take the family and kids for a day trip, or if you’re new to swfl. the manatees are gentle creatures, and you’re able to rent kayaks to ride alongside them in the water. there are trails to follow in nature and a fun park to distract the kids for a while so parents can take a breather

The park is very small and picturesque, we went at around 9 in the morning and we saw many manatees poking their heads out and tails. I would recommend going there at opening time to see the manatees as they like it a little bit cooler and will surface more of their body at the temperature. The boardwalk was gorgeous, and very education for the little ones. They have bathrooms, playgrounds, and a butterfly garden. They also have kayaks you can rent and go around the mangrove forest being up close with the manatees. The parking was also very cheap with it being only 2/hr, and the place was definitely worth the time!

Love this park! If you are in the area and even just have 30 minutes to spare; stop by! You can see a lot of manatees, rent a kayak, and enjoy some of the boardwalks and nature throughout the park. The park also has a playground near the bathrooms and the parking lot!Parking can be hectic here, so it’s worth mentioning that parking is only $1 per hour for standard cars or $5 per day for standard cars. Note that Large vans and/or tour buses/vans have separate rates than standard vehicles. The parking kiosks accept cash and card, you may just have to use a different kiosk depending on your payment method.

Great park! Parking was only $1 for an hour, and the kiosk closest to the gift shop accepts credit and debit cards. Plenty of spots to stop and view the manatees. We have visited the park in the past but were unable to spot any, but this trip we easily spotted many swimming around and coming up for air. There are some boardwalks and walking trails in the park to enjoy the area. Worth stopping by if you’re in the area!

Trooop bien! Activité de faire! Le parking est de 5$ la journée, mais le parc en lui même est gratuit. Il est possible de réserver le kayak sur place, et je recommande vraiment de le faire on a vu vraiment plein de lamantin! C’était impressionnant et super bien à faire.(Translated by Google)Sooo good! Activity to do! Parking is $5 per day, but the park itself is free. It is possible to reserve the kayak on site, and I really recommend doing so, we really saw lots of manatees! It was impressive and really good to do.

Cheap fun for all. Paid for parking. A very nice and clean park. The manatees were so neat to watch. The gift shop was reasonably priced. We did not kayak due to it being a very windy day. The paths within the park were clean, smooth, and easy to get around. The butterfly garden was beautiful.

My niece and nephew took me to Manatee Park and it was so fun! So many manatees. Just hanging out, getting warm. Need a break from stress or anxiety, highly recommend coming here and hanging out. The animals give off such chill vibes. 😄

Went with my family to check out Florida wildlife, wasn’t disappointed! lot’s of manatees were in the canal and we could see there noses, tails, and bellies popping out of the water. Cool trees and nature paths to walk around, cute little gift shop as well. Highly recommend itPlaning to visit again to spend more time

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Great sight lines. Fun pregame atmosphere with live band on the plaza with food trucks. Food is expensive yet most of it was well received. Sitting in the Green Monster keeps you in the shade. The stadium is not wraparound, so make sure to do the walk out to right field lawn and also all the way up to the top of the Green Monster (ask the security guard if you can grab a pick) - make sure to look behind the stadium from up there too, to see all the practice fields.

The ballpark is just OK. Really slow and long food lines and the game wasn’t even sold out. Craft beer options are very limited. Hammond Stadium a few minutes away is a much better experience.

Replica of their stadium provides the 'feel' of hometown baseball.Purchase tickets on-line or at the stadium. Parking was efficient. Traffic not bad. Some areas covered for those sun conscious. Varied food options. Cool yet sunny skies gave a lovely experience of spring training. Saw a hometown player bat several times along with a home run.

I went to a Red Sox versus Twins game on Sunday March 26th. I thought the park was very nice, and there's really not a bad seat in there.The game started at 1:00 and there was a decent amount of shade for about half of the seats in the stadium. I would not have wanted to been in the outfield bleachers, or in the seats beyond the left field wall, or a few other areas but generally it is a great ballpark for viewing.Parking was a bit of a hassle, but you just have to get there a little bit ahead of game time to ensure that you're going to see the first pitch.As is typical these days the only reason I didn't give it five stars was because of service and employee attitude. I went to a concession stand up up beyond the left field line, since they wouldn't let me enter with my own water bottle (hydro flask), and water was $4 a bottle. The other prices weren't bad, for instance for an Italian sausage with peppers and onions for $7.75, or a hot dog, but then you had to wait to get a drink and pay at the end of the line. If people wanted only food they still had to wait for people getting beers and drinks and it was extremely inefficient and time-consuming. Two people cooking in one person checking everyone out when the ratio should have been reversed.I will say that I'm 6'3" and the aisles were a little cramped. Be prepared to stand up and sit down every time someone wants into or out of your row.Fun day, good seats, slow food and drink both in the concession area and the vendors walking around.

Easy parking. Wonderful design allowing for shade and breeze. Love the Fenway park design and accurate dimensions. Looked forward to attending a game here for many years. Finally made it to see a young Team Jam ministry friend's son play in the Perfect Game 14u national select game. Probablly the most enjoyable and comfortable game experience Ive had in years. Last chance to be here was in 2013. Had to wait a while for this. Saw our young friend win the homerun derby too!

Great minor league stadium. Only down point is the way they have the good set up. More like a food truck area. Seats were narrower than most stadiums.

Awesome show well worth it me n my family had a great time

Fantastic park! Awesome staff! Had a great time watching my Sox win! We were with my Dad & finished off the night getting a golf cart ride to our car with a hilarious woman. She was a boss directing cars out of her way. 5 stars all around!

This is one of our favorite parks for spring training. The carnival atmosphere right outside the stadium is so exciting and unique! Food trucks, live music, batting cages for the kids, radar gun for the kids! Love the vibe at this park. We are Atlanta Braves fans and the visiting team players exit on the 3rd base side at the end of the game. They give autographs and talk with fans and kids!! Great stadium and venue!!!

Good fun in the sun! Food, drinks, and parking were all easy as can be. There isn’t a bad seat in the place. I’ve been to Fenway hundreds of times in my lifetime and this was a nice second choice if you’re looking for a fun ball field to visit. Be careful of fly balls along the pesky pole!

Very cool. Same as Fenway, except every seat in the stands is a great seat! Watching them play under the lights was amazing!

This was our first trip to JetBlue Park, and it won't be our last. It has a very retro feel, similar to Fenway, as it's clear it was designed to replicate. The outside surrounding the park was done really well, it has that street party feel like when you are in Boston. Most of the seats are in direct sunlight, so be prepared to get a lot of sun. We sat on the first base side 5 rows in, which was a fantastic view, but even the seats against the wall behind us looked great because of how small the park is. The scoreboards are operated manually like Fenway. Oh, we had the opportunity to get pictures with the 07 and 13 world series trophies, which were on display. The Ortiz picture I added was made of Legos. Parking is free, somewhat easy to navigate, but plan on being in a long line of traffic after the game since there is really only one way in and out for most of the vehicles. Cute town, but loved the experience. Go Sox!

Don’t love the stadium design. Small electronic scoreboard makes it hard to see info, especially important at Spring Training with unfamiliar players. Concourses were extremely cramped and effectively outside the stadium disconnecting you completely from the game when going to restroom or seeking food. Food was actually pretty good. The mini big green monster is awesome.

Had a great time. Very clean. A ton of people to help you out. Be careful using a 3rd party service to get tickets, and then having them ready when you go to the gate. Make sure you follow the 3rd party steps so you are ready and your wife doesn't yell at you while you do it in line.I like how they have recreated the green monster. They even have someone keeping score manually.

We came down for a Red Sox-Yankees spring training game and were treated to a great blowout by the Sox! Lots of quality concession options and activities. I found the infrastructure to be of good quality, but the amenities not very well staffed or stocked. The concession stands were extremely, painfully slow, requiring several innings of standing, and there was no ketchup, barbecue sauce, or any condiments like that. A little more attention to detail would make this ballpark perfect.

Great Park. Make sure you buy seats with a cover. The sun was brutal for the Pirate vs Red Socks game the other day. We got overheated and left early as a result.16 oz beers $9 + tax.

Great ball park and very well maintained fields. Our fields for the tournament were the best. The grounds crew and facilities management did an amazing job of preparing and taking care of the fields throughout the tournament. I’m extremely grateful and thankful for my opportunity to play at this incredible ball park.

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Fantastic!!Most of the time you are in the shade. I went in June so there wasn't much water yet. Tons of wildlife. Gators, baby gators, raccoons, woodpeckers, vultures, hawks, frogs, lizards, owls, butterflies, and many many birds.Tip: we were passed by almost everyone because we would take a few steps, stop, listen, and look around. That is how I found the gators and the raccoons as well as many birds.

Absolutely wonderful experience here! Quietly walking through the park is so interesting. It’s really a great place to experience nature and see amazing animals and plants. Coming from PA, I saw so many things I’ve never seen before! I loved walking the trail and looking and listening to all that the swamp has to offer. I also enjoyed my conversation with Art, a volunteer who was out on the trail to share information with visitors. He was so genuinely kind and helpful and my family and I had a nice time chatting with him. Overall, it was one of my favorite things I got to experience in Naples.

What an absolute delight of a habitat! My hubby and I are both biologists, avid birders, and native plant nerds, and we had an amazing morning on the boardwalk. This habitat is endemic to our state and can't be found anywhere else!! We saw salt and pepper square stem wild flowers and salt marsh mallow in full bloom and don't even get me started on the scarlet hibiscus! Just gorgeous! This is a truly special place that should be preserved for our future. We love that they only allow so many people on the boardwalk because we were less likely to be disturbed when getting the awesome bird photographs that we came early for. If you love Florida native plants and ecosystems as well as our lovely native wildlife than this is the place for you. We will absolutely be back for more of real Florida.

Loved the sanctuary itself. It was beautiful and well kept.However, we used to faithfully give to Audubon for many years, but after they use their charity in a political way we no longer will donate or support them. Which actually very much saddens my heart to do so but we won't stand by while our beliefs are mocked. They are a charity, for birds. It's unfortunate they have to politicize that.

First time here and we, couple in the 40's, really enjoyed this place. Majority of the board walk are in shade. We arrived around 10 am, took a leasure walk, oh and ah on air plants, looked for orchids, birds, ground animals. Took pix at the calusa land mark. Would we come back? Why not? Love this peaceful place ...

I had a fantastic day hiking/walking along the boardwalk today (it is all boardwalk). Took me about an hour to get around once.The first quarter-mile or so goes through grasslands, so no shade, but the rest of it, except for the very end where it goes through grasslands again, is mostly shaded by the very tall trees.Sunday afternoon it was pretty crowded, but that was good because there were other eyes picking out the alligators, turtles, etc.Don't forget to look up, so you can find the owls and other birds, flowers, lichen, raccoons, and of course, look down so you can see the alligators, lizards, turtles, etc.Keep your ears open for the multitude of birds, which I could never actually find because my eyes are not trained for that, and for the various bullfrogs, who were quite vocal today.Nice visitor center and restrooms, lots of parking. There is a $17 charge to get in, but it's really worth it - plus it's for the Audubon Society.The loop is about 2 miles, and since I had time, I ended up walking the trail twice and saw different things each time.Some people were commenting on not seeing wildlife, but you really need to look hard for it sometimes and don't go in there with the expectations of seeing dozens of alligators. I saw three. Four raccoons. One owl. A dozen lizards, one turtle, etc. but it was all very nice.

Located about 30 minutes from Naples, this beautiful 2.5 mile boardwalk through the swamp and the largest old growth bald cypress forest in North America.Allow about an hour and a half to complete this trail where you can spot birds and wildlife including alligators. Part of the trail is shaded but use sunblock, hat and bug spray. Restrooms available at the visitor center but not on the trail. Bring plenty of water.There is also a gift shop.Highly recommended.

Amazing! A wonderful walk along the boardwalk showing off a protected mature cypress forest. Rich in plant and animal life. Suitable for entire family. Saw many birds, alligators (and baby alligators!!), racoons, and plants. Informational signs along the way. Was a wonderful day!

I am neither a biologist or an arborist. I am a mom of three children (8, 11, 14) who were not at all convinced that a swamp was a worthy way to spend their morning. Upon arrival at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, however, their spirits were quieted and they gave space for it to be bearable. In the end, and to their surprise, we all really enjoyed it! I didn’t hear one complaint until it was time to leave.Understanding my role of mom, you will allow me to show you the swamp as my boys saw it. My oldest, a daughter, read the plaques and enjoyed the expected sights, such as the hidden bittern we spotted (pictured—you gotta look carefully!). My boys, on the other hand, saw things such as the cypress tree eating a hand rail and the nice tree hugging the other tree (aka the Strangling Fig—a misnomer in their opinion). They continued to notice more cypress trees trying to consume handrails or “melting” onto the edge of the boardwalk, but occasionally had their attention turned to the swamp beyond the boardwalk by raccoon families, a (false) sighting of a ghost orchid, and—most impressively—a very big alligator.Along the way, guides helped us see things our novice eyes did not spot. Our questions to them were simple and easily answered, but I overheard some very in depth exchanges between the guides and more knowledgeable guests than we. They were helpful in both situations.I would recommend this for any age! One consideration for those who might struggle to walk for a long while—there are benches along the way, but if you or a loved one has difficulty with distances, rest may not be as accessible as needed. There are rails to lean on along the entire boardwalk.

Great family activity. We came at the end of March so it was dry season. The first hour, we didn’t see much. Just lots of walking to see many trees and a few birds. Close to the end, it was a bit more swampy and so it got more interesting. We saw many birds and alligators. I recommend going when it is less dry so that you could see more.

Beautiful hike plan to get theirs early as they do close the trail around 1:00 since the hike takes about 1:30-2hrs. Love walking here to see all the beautiful unique air plants, any of the animals and all the bird sounds!

Such a peaceful, beautiful place. It is absolutely amazing to experience some of Florida's natural habitats and see land that is untouched (less the boardwalk providing you said view!)I took my seven year old with me for our first girls "hike". She was able to keep up, even taking the extended path (3mi.)Being from the north, I wasnt sure what I was getting into going to a swamp. Certainly not at all like the stero type I grew up with!Plenty of picture taking opportunities. A great way to connect with nature and only 20 minutes or so from the residential communities of Naples.The gift shop had so many choices to bring home a keepsake from your visit, so be sure to bring your wallet!They offer a few snacks and bottled beverages, but you'll want to make sure you had a meal before or plan to after.Restrooms at the entrance but not along the boardwalk. This didn't cause issue for us, but something you'll want to take note of before you get out there!

Beautiful park. Well maintained. Very friendly staff. There’s a nice facility at the entrance with restrooms and lots of information on the area. The entire thing is a handicap & stroller accessible boardwalk. Costs some money, like $20 an adult, but given what they do to protect our Florida ecosystem it’s well worth it. We were lucky enough to see a gorgeous owl perched on a branch not even 15 feet away. Very memorable.

This was my first time visiting and it was much more beautiful than I thought. It is an enchanting place that feels prehistoric with all the tall cypress trees. Lots of wildlife around if you look closely or listen. I didn’t see any alligators but I could sure hear them. The heat is brutal during summer so take lots of water since you might spend a few hours exploring the boardwalk and getting lost in the beauty.

You and I, dear reader, don’t know each other. We may or may not like many of the same parts of the day.If you respect your fellows and admire nature with a hushed reverence commonly shown in the awe of a centuries-old place of worship, we have common ground.If you are looking for flashing lights, blaring music and dancing bears, you are in exactly the wrong place.The most exciting non-human mammals spotted during our mid-day March visit were raccoons and squirrels. We have too many of these at home to be interested.Several on the boardwalk noticed a dark, ridged stripe basking in the sun. Probably a gator’s back. Could have been sculpted. Many small skinks and kin escorted us through the greenery.Several birds, from anhinga to ibis to ted-shouldered hawk.Lots of plant life unfamiliar to this northerner. Tall cypress, small water spangles, and lots in between.It was less eventful than I hoped - even expected - but I loved it. I could spend many days wandering these boards. I’d be sure to spot something new each time.

Fantastic park with all bridge walkway. Great place to see the nature wildlife. Highly recommended for family trip.

Wonderfully well-kept buildings and boardwalks. The preserve itself encompasses several types of habitat and really shows of the beauty of this region's nature. If you love the play of sunbeams through a thick forest canopy and trees from a thousand years ago, all in the cooling shade with a fresh scent of water, tea-stained but very clear, and to hear the songs of many birds and the soft croaking of an alligator to her hatchlings, and to catch sight of hawks riding the thermals out above the marsh, then this vast silent isolated sanctuary is for you! If you can avoid groups of people along the boardwalk, you will be rewarded with the profound quiet of nature: no distant rush of traffic, not even passing aircraft, something actually hard to come by in our area. This sanctuary has been in place long enough that you will see many cases of trees' boles growing around/incorporating the handrails of the boardwalk, and many others where the rails have been cut back to give the trees room. It's a great walk, whether you actually spot animals or not :-) OK, I know it sounds like I'm totally enthralled, and just for balance: I'm not fond of their gift shop, it's large enough and has many things, but it doesn't seem to connect with what is outside their doors. In general I like gift shops, this one just seems to me to have too much kitsch and not enough connection. Perhaps it just suffered by comparison to the gorgeous swamp we had been traversing!

Very well maintained boardwalk trail with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Lots of unique plants and animals. Well worth the price of admission for any nature lovers.

I was there in early May. I saw birds, fish, a crab and insects. It would be best to go early in the day to avoid the heat. Use bug spray. I didn't and was itchy from bites for days. I encountered only a few other people.

It was a nice cooler day to visit. The nature and beauty are unbelievable. It is a nice boardwalk path that you take for 2 miles, no way to get lost. You stay on the boardwalk the whole time. Use the restroom before you start. It does take a good hour and half to walk the whole way. We saw a raccoon, birds, a gator in 2 different areas, an anahinga (look it up)drying its feathers with wings spread out and a baby bald eagle in its nest. There are not too many creatures in the water except for the gator. Had a small lunch in the Café and a nice gift shop to look through. Nice visit. 17$ for adults. We bought our tickets in advance online.

We went on the last day before 2 weeks of upgrading. Due to our earliest many animals and bird were in the move. We heard an alligator roar very close, saw raccoons, owls, frogs, ospreys, etc. There are 4 different types of environment, not just straight mangrove. Shop was open. Rest rooms at start but not on 2+ miles boardwalk.

So beautiful and peaceful! Saw so much wildlife on the large loop walk. Really easy boardwalk path with lots of benches along the way. The area is very well preserved.

Pretty place to spend the day in nature. There are public restrooms at the entrance as well as a small cafe and gift shop. The boardwalk leads through a prairie areas as well as swamp. You may see alligators, birds, deer, raccoons and if you are super lucky panthers and bobcats. The path is pretty safe since you are on the boardwalk the entire time. There are lookouts along the way and sitting areas also. Online tickets were required for Thanksgiving however you may be able to purchase tickets when you arrive. I suggest calling first.

Always a wonderful place to relax. And if you walk quietly, you can also see lots of animals. Highly recommended.

Our first time here and we thoroughly enjoyed the walk through the Audubon corkscrew swamp sanctuary. The full walk is about 2.5 miles on a boardwalk. The boardwalk goes through the swamp with safe guard rails. You get to see many areas of the swamp, some fields and prairies that are marshes as well.We saw many birds, including herons, ibis, warblers, and many more. About 30 species during our hike.There are many stops along the way with benches where you can sit in the peace and quiet and enjoy the foliage and the wildlife. I recommend it for a place of tranquility. This was my first visit through a swamp, and it was much more pleasant and enjoyable than I ever thought it would be.There are tour guides that give tours on Sunday mornings. We ran into some of these tour guides during our walk on the boardwalk. They are very knowledgeable and sometimes will point out birds, orchids and other sightings as you walk on the boardwalk. I was very grateful to run into these tour guides.There is a very nice gift shop in the visitor center with lots of gifts around birds. There’s also a little café where you can buy food. They have salads, sandwiches, and drinks that you can purchase, as well as hotdogs and condiments.If you really like your visit, you can purchase a membership on the way out, and they will credit your ticket purchase toward the membership. I highly recommend visiting this place, if you would like a pleasant hike, and to see the beauty of the swamp as well as the birds.

Very nice walk with the wooden walkway. The flora is amazing, not a lot of fàuna bút we went in summer and the water level is very high. Very well kept the entire place. Worth the visit.

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I went to Edison and Ford Winter Estates during a trip to Fort Myers. I took a guided tour which was approximately $30. Our tour guide who called himself an historian, provided a lot of good insights regarding the lives of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford and kept us engaged during the entire tour. It was approximately 100 degrees outside that day but he managed to keep us in the shades most of the tour. You're not allowed to go inside the homes but you can peek through the doors/windows. After the tours which was approximately an hour and a half, I went back inside the museum to visit some of the exhibits of Edison and Ford. I also visited the grounds which are well maintained and beautiful. I could have spent a whole day there.

I learned so much. It was like a trip back in time. The grounds, lab, and museum are well worth a visit. Just check the weather first. If there is thunder they close the grounds. The museum with all of the phonographs and Model Ts are still open during thunderstorms though. They will stamp your receipt so you can come back.

Gorgeous grounds .. fascinating friendship between Edison & Ford ..💡 🚗 Thoroughly enjoyed walking through the gardens & seeing inside the houses. Loved how we were able to take a self guided tour & see inside the homes. The houses 🏘 have 1/2 opened doors to allow for a wonderful view of the various areas of the inside of the homes. The gardens, houses, workshop & museums are meticulously kept. A very enjoyable experience & we learned a lot! Highly recommend!

Well worth the stop. It's always fun to visit places where wealthy industrialists from the 19th century vacationed. Both men were true pioneers from 1880s through their deaths in the 1930's and 1940's .Take your time use the app and do a self guided tour. It really well done.

This place was awesome. Tons of history. The self guided tour was great using the app. Gardens, houses, exotic plants and trees, ford vehicles, workshops, technology. It was a look into a couple of the men that helped shape the world we live in today. Highly recommend.

Came here on the first day that they celebrated their holiday nights special event. Booked the guided tour and our tour guide did a fantastic job explaining all the information. It’s a very expansive estate at the same time the guide didn’t waste any time and we were able to finish the tour after an hour without issues.It is absolutely beautifully decorated and they aren’t normally open this late but it’s beautiful to see all the holiday lights being set up. It’s quite a unique experience.They also had some food vendors which we partook in a few treats since it was getting late and it was a replacement for dinner. Recommend buying guided tour tickets early as they do sell out pretty quickly.

I had a wonderful experience at this museum, which featured both outdoor and indoor exhibitions. Additionally, they offer two engaging activities for people of all ages, making it a delightful experience. The workers were extremely friendly, adding to the overall enjoyment. If you find yourself in Fort Myers, I highly recommend visiting this museum!

Went today with my wife. Had Bailey as our tour guide. We loved the experience. We got to see where Thomas Edison and Henry Ford spend summer months. Homes were amazing and the grounds were well maintained. The cost of the tour goes to property maintenance as we did see some lingering damage from Hurricane Ian. We have lived here three years and I am so glad we finally went. Perfect for locals and visitors to see a little piece of history right here in Ft Myers.

The Edison & Ford Winter Estates is a must see when near the Fort Meyers, FL area. It is truly an amazing iconic walk through the past. Not only the history but the museums with their stories. And all set on breathtaking views of waters and lovely gardens. The history of great people of the era that visited or stayed there is amazing to read about.

A great place to visit if you're in the Ft Myers area. We got a cool little " private" tour because only 4 of us had paid for the guided tour. Scott was so knowledgeable about every aspect of Edison's history. He was very impressive. There is a museum with Ford's cars and some of Edison's inventions. Across the road are their estates which sit on beautiful waterfront grounds. We learned a little about Ford, but the majority of the tour focused on Edison. There is a cute gift shop at the end of the tour.

Absolutely loved visiting here! I've been here before many years ago but it was great returning. There is so much to see and learn about! Having the app was beneficial but the option to call the number in order to do the self-guided tour is so nice! We wished we had more time! I highly recommend visiting and exploring the estates!

Well maintained residency, location is near the water with great view. The parking is free. If you buy tickets online, you need to exchange them to waist bands at ticket office first. It is better to visit the museum first because it has so many first hand real things to see and read. Also the garden and the park adjacent to the ticket office are great, many nursery items for sale. Spent about 2.5 hrs today but could do more especially at the museum.

Fun experience with the family! Please note that if you are going on a reciprocal membership please be sure all reciprocal members names are on cards or you need to pay for those not named.Gardens were well maintained with really interesting specimens. I had no idea the extent that Edison and his assistants experimented with plants.Plan for the weather as most of the exhibits are outside. Gardens close in thunder alerts. You cannot walk through houses, but they have opened all the doorways to see in many of the rooms. Highlight of the gardens is the self guided audio tour. Short, entertaining, informational and well done!Museum is quite interesting and air conditioned :)

A great place to take a 3-hour break. They have guided tours and self-guided tours. The self-guided tours have follow-along references using your cell phone. Great for keeping your own pace.There were just as many children excited to see the Winter Estates as the adults.A few of my favorite highlights are in the images of the laboratory, the Ford, and the pier.At the end of your visit, cool down in the museum. And before you go, there is a seating area with some refreshing drinks in the shade.So neat to see what the inventing minds of our country had for their everyday use.

Don’t let the price which may seem high shy you away from this gem of a destination in Fort Myers. There are plenty of places to stop and admire the view and the beautiful grounds without a lot of noise or heavy people traffic. I spent 30 minutes on a bench under coconut trees just listening to birds and the waves of the river splashing against the shore. The app is full of great facts and content to make the self tour fully immersive. The staff were all so pleasant and helpful.

If you're in Fort Myers, you've gotta check out Edison and Ford's winter estates—it's a real gem. First thing you'll see is this massive Banyan tree at the entrance that's just mind-blowing. Seriously, it's like nature's welcome hug.Inside, there's this mix of cool old buildings, beautiful gardens, a research lab, and a museum dedicated to Edison and Ford. It's not just history; it's like stepping into their world.Oh, and don't miss the on-site store – they've got some really unique stuff. Plus, You can see the native plants of Florida from the garden next to the on-site-store.Whether you're into history or just want a chill day surrounded by good vibes, these estates are a winner. It's not your average tourist spot; it's like a little escape into the past with a touch of nature. Don't miss out! 👍

Very interesting exhibits, thought I knew quite a bit about Edison, but a lot of this was new. Interesting insights into his life and friends.The grounds were very nice as well, nicely maintained and interesting plantings.

Great experience! Very cool to walk around and see the story of their lives. Would recommend for all ages! Especially history or Ford fans. Could spend anywhere from an hour to multiple hours to see everything and walk around. Recommend planning for at least two hours

Lovely and contemporary historical experience with a highly insightful museum. Admittedly, touring the estate was rather brutal in the Florida heat, but it was an excellent experience overall. I recommend taking a good interest in the gardens, as there is much to be found in their subtle luxury.

On a recent first visit to Ft. Myers, I decided to check out this amazing place on the river. I never knew that Henry Ford and Thomas Edison were next door neighbors in their winter homes! Both men are legendary American icons. The grounds of the estate are gorgeous. Throughout the tour there were volunteers to explain and demonstrate things. I particularly liked Edison's office and home. They have a fantastic museum with an original model T. There is ample parking and the admission fee was reasonable. This is a must see!

We really enjoyed our visit! The grounds are beautiful. I love looking at the houses and the porches on the houses. It takes you back to another time. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job! I do recommend it. I wish I could have taken more pictures but my battery died unfortunately!

We've lived in Fort Myers for a few years, yet this was the first time we were willing to dish out $30 to visit this place. We picked a good time, because the place is very beautiful when covered in Christmas lights. The Christmas trees decorated by local classrooms were particularly nice. The history and exhibits at the estate were interesting, but I'm not convinced worth the $30 entrance fee by themselves.

I was in town for another event but spent the rest of the day here touring the grounds and museum.I absolutely enjoyed my visit. Staff was very friendly and helpful. They had a mini presentation on how to work the old phonograph devices that I enjoyed listening to.There's lots of small little walking trails on the grounds including one by the river that is very nice. You can't get lost and there are benches to sit everywhere.I enjoyed using the app to tell me about certain spots.I'm not much of a plant person but they have plants everywhere here. Some very pretty.I am a history nerd and this is a great place if you like history. I learned a lot.

There are small museum and laboratory at the property, cross the street with Edison and Ford ‘S winter houses. The museum is very informative with lots of the outstanding inventions- light bulbs, batteries, phonograph, cars etc. The staff are very hospitable. The winter houses are very nice beside the river. I especially like Edison’s Gardens- fruit trees, plants imported from all over the world.

We went for Holiday Nights and loved it! They did such an amazing job decorating for the holidays. We loved learning about the estates and the families who lived there. There were plenty of docents around to answer questions and they were very knowledgeable. The interpretive signs were also very helpful. We had a laugh over the house rules. "Don't kill the black snakes under the porch. They are there for a reason!" And "Don't tell us about Palm Beach. We don't care." There were many photo ops throughout the estates. The gift shops had really nice things from snacks to books to Christmas ornaments.

Canadian here! 👋🏼 🇨🇦An amazing experience to say the least.We went on the 90min tour, there are also options to just explore on your own as well - you can definitely join in the tours or listen in here and there if you only have the exploring pass.Otherwise once the tour is over you have free roam until the estate closes for the day.My family has owned a vacation property here for the last 10-15 years and this was my first time visiting the estates. Our tour guide Ray was very informative, knew the history like the back of his hand and kept us engaged and laughing.I highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in the production of latex through plant extraction and the beginnings of Ford as a whole.The garden is beautiful with a WIDE variety of plants that will keep you thinking/saying woow the entire time.The gift shops are very cute and lots to look at.Only thing I can say is MAKE SURE YOU BRING YOUR OWN WATER! It gets very very hot out there!

Wonderful visit. The guided tour is recommended if you want to ask questions or learn more in depth knowledge if the premises and their occupants. Didn't realize that the Edisons and Fords were good friends. Great gift shop with a number of books to choose from, great kids toys and handmade art pieces.

It's a fine place, can't really walk around the homes, the lab was restricted but cool. There's a museum part attached which was interesting. Also a great place to walk around and see the labeled plants.

Very Nice botanical gardenBeautiful Old cars ( inside).A part of the American industrial story, well explained.( Edison, ford, Firestone), The goal of the botanical lab:How to make , rubber faster, With different plants on trial.from1927.Perspective : a War coming ?!

Absolutely wonderful. It's like taking a walk through history. I would like to extend special thanks to one of the volunteers, named Steve. He seems very passionate about his job and made our tour that much more special (it was my first time in the U.S.). Highly recommended. Beautiful place. Greetings from Hungary!

We came on a Saturday evening for the Holiday Nights light show. It was such a cool experience. The houses had the top glass doors open. You could look into the rooms but could not enter. The gift shop was also open, and there were plants for purchase. The only thing we could not do was the museum as it had closed a couple hrs before we arrived. This is a family event, so bring the kids. The bathrooms were clean. There was music playing as well as snacks and drinks available for purchase. The Banyan trees are an amazing sight to see. The parking does fill up, but there is plenty of overflow parking available. I recommend to anyone looking to get into the holiday spirit.

I certainly enjoyed my guided tour by Baylee. It is a nice change of pace to tour leisurely around some cool old homes and gardens. Younger children may be a bit board but I thought it was worth the $25. I am sure it costs a whole lot of money to maintain the property.

A must-see attraction when in the Fort Myers area. Took the guided tour and it was a great experience. Started with a 15-minute intro to Edison, Ford, and the history. The group (~12 persons) walked around with the guide and we stopped regularly to get more info about the buildings, plants and trees, history, etc.

If this is the type of history you enjoy, you'll probably like touring the grounds and poking your head into the homes, Edison's study, and the museum. The homes are underwhelming in my mind; period furniture that you'll see at just about any historical home/building of roughly the same era. That being said, it isn't totally my thing, so you might notice interesting differences. The grounds are pretty with a variety of plant life and a nice walk along the river. The museum is brief, but once again, interesting if this is your type of history. The laboratory adjacent to the museum was the not intriguing thing for me.

We opted to attend the guided tour, well worth the experience. Our presentor was very knowledgeable and added stories and answered questions. She was great! I learned many things I would have never thought about asking.Before the tour, we walked through Edison's and Ford's workshop, then the museum. I was interested to learn about Edison's relationship and love of baseball.Touching note: the statues of Edison and his wife Mina share a gaze across the lot.

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This place is so beautiful. Every time you come you find something new. It’s so quiet and peaceful there are reading spots and overlooks with a view. I have seen baby gators, owls, snakes and so many other cool things. There aren’t any bugs and the canopy of the trees keeps you shaded and comfortable. The best place for a scenic walk with friends/family!

Free entry.$1 an hour to park.Very much worth the stop! Its a walk along a boardwalk through the Cypress slough.The preserve staff was very informative.We seen lots of wildlife, including an alligator and many birds.

Really enjoyed the boardwalks through this preserve. Interesting place full of lots to see. Tons of little lizards. Fun walk. Staff was extremely friendly and super informative. FREE!Parking was $5 an hour I believe. We stayed 2hrs.Picnic tables near parking area. Bathrooms. Indoor information area with displays.The staff inside like to hear what you saw and they write it on a board.Highly recommend making a stop here!

A scenic hike for all ages! The elevated walkway makes this hiking trail available for everyone. Strollers wheelchairs and fast walkers alike. Six Mike Cypress Slough offers many shaded viewing areas with benches for wildlife viewing as well as resting. Keep your binoculars handy for seeking out the hidden wildlife. Gators, birds, turtles and a few quick glimpses of otters were the attractions on this visit. The peaceful quiet of the area aids in the comfort of the wildlife that almost pose for their pictures. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes for a hike the entire family can enjoy.

This is an AMAZING place to visit. While surrounded by city life, it is hidden away enough to where you really feel detached from society. When you enter, it feels like you're walking through a different world entirely. If you go late afternoon or early morning, you will see an abundance of wildlife. Herons, alligators, owls, and so much more have been seen here. I hope you visit and get the chance to see the life that existed before humans settled the area!

Boardwalk is great. So well maintained. Loved it. Great for everyone. Birdwatchers, families, those just wanting to take a nature walk. Bring your camera or just make sure your phone is charged. Take some great photos. It's a slice of Florida at its best.

Beautiful little hiking trail that lasts about 30 minutes for good paced walking. Lots of mini gators! gorgeous herons, and many other birds in their natural habitat. Quiet and peaceful to say the least. Only $1 for parking for a great activity that not only that exerts energy, but gets you (and the kids!) to have a great hands on learning experience in biology!

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve is an absolute gem in Southwest Florida. The preserve offers free tours led by incredibly knowledgeable volunteers who share their deep understanding of the area's unique ecosystems. To find out when these tours are available, I recommend calling the interpretive center for the latest schedule.The boardwalk through the slough is beautifully maintained, providing a peaceful and immersive experience as you explore the natural beauty of the preserve. The interpretive center itself is well worth a visit, featuring engaging exhibits that share the rich history of the preserve, including the important work of the Monday Group and the intricate details of the biology and hydrology of the area. The center also has a lovely gift shop where you can find unique souvenirs and educational materials to take home.Whether you're a local or just visiting, Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve offers an educational and serene escape into nature that you won't want to miss.

Such a beautiful park that is well maintained and has such diverse wildlife. The boardwalk is exquisite.NO DOGS!Parking is $1/hour or $5/day, but I don't know if it's monitored.Lots of tables and benches. Lots of available parking when I went (mid day on a Wednesday), but could see how parking may be limited during peak times.They do have restroom facilities, but they appeared to be under construction when I was there (April 2022). They did have porta-potties that seemed to be well maintained.There are also guided tours, which we didn't attend, and an interpreter center, which we didn't check out.Highly recommend checking this place out!

Just pay for parking. It’s a unique environment for a hike. I didn’t notice any bug’s biting and I spent about 90 minutes walking the boardwalks after a quick rain shower. It wasn’t overly crowded and I was able to take my time and read the informational boards about the local wildlife and plants.

My cousins (Edna and Jo) took me to this hidden gem which provides a picturesque setting for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.As you enter Six Mile Cypress, you are immediately greeted by a lush canopy of towering cypress trees, creating a soothing and inviting ambiance. The well-maintained trails wind through the preserve, guiding you on a peaceful journey through the natural beauty of Southwest Florida.The diverse ecosystem within Six Mile Cypress is a paradise for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Throughout our visit, we encountered a variety of bird species, including herons, egrets, and ospreys, gracefully soaring overhead or perched along the water's edge. The preserve is also home to turtles, alligators, 🐊 snake 🐍 and other native wildlife, offering ample opportunities for observing and appreciating nature up close

It was a fun time for minimal cost. In fact, the only cost is the parking, which is $1 per hour. They have an elaborate boardwalk that leads around the grounds and offers varying nature and wildlife viewing. Fun for all ages.

Wow, what a beautiful preserve! The whole park is very clean and well kept up after, and they have a beautiful trail that takes you by many different ponds with lots of opportunities to see all the amazing wildlife. They have alligator, turtles, otters and so many cool birds just to name a few of the critters you might see.If you haven’t checked this place out, or you are thinking about it, you should. It’s well worth it.

Great place for an easy walk all on a boardwalk and to see some beautiful natural sites. Just over 1 mile if you walk the whole trail. Parking is a dollar an hour. The lots fills up by 10 am during high season, and the boardwalk gets busy. Try to get there early. Saw lots of birds and an otter. Staff is very friendly.

I thoroughly enjoyed my 1.2 mile walk at this beautiful and peaceful preserve.Entry is free; however you must self pay $1/hour for parking. The machine takes cash and cards. You place the receipt in your windshield.The signage is great and leads you to the shaded boardwalk trail. At the start of the trail there are maps or you can scan a code so the map is on your phone.There are 17 stops on the interpretive map that educate you on the diversity of each area on the map.The coolest thing about the preserve is how clear the water is. It’s almost like an optical illusion because the water is so clear, it reflects everything above it. As such it’s difficult to distinguish the waterline and if what you’re seeing is above it before the water line.The 1.2 mile hike is entirely shaded. Birds abound and fill the air with their distinctive sounds. I thoroughly enjoyed this amazing, peaceful preserve.

We had a great time hiking and pícnicing at the preserve. Highlight was seeing an alligator come up on the dock to get some sun! Saw lots of birds, turtles and tropical plants. What a great fun FREE activity to do with kids! Only cost was parking.

Went with my family, which included 3 kids ages 4-9. The 1.2 mile walk took about 2 hours because of stops at different areas to see wildlife and points of interest. We all had a great time. I recommend it for 2 to 3 hours outside in a swamp environment where you can stretch your legs, give the kids some exercise and teach them something about nature, and if you're lucky see a snake and baby alligator (and maybe mama) in a safe manner on an elevated boardwalk.

Went for a walk, while I didn't see too many birds, those with keener eyes saw ten species (!).Lots of pretty fauna to take pictures of.Also, there was a presentation on gators and crocodiles that was very interesting! We learned a lot and it was a lot of fun.

This place is amazing !$5 to park all day.Immediately saw lots of nature and wildlife!Birds, butterflies, lizards, turtles, squirrels, and huge fish!Very shaded pathways and plenty of covered stopping points throughout the walk.We could spend all day enjoying nature here!

Nestled within the embrace of Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, the journey along its wooden paths is a serene odyssey into the heart of untouched nature. Pronounced as "slew," this haven unveils the secrets of a thriving ecosystem, a symphony of life woven through lush greenery and gentle whispers of wildlife. As one ambles through this sanctuary for about two miles, time takes on a tranquil rhythm, offering a therapeutic respite from the bustling world.Immersing oneself in this serene ambiance requires a mindful embrace of the surrounding. To be in harmony with this sanctuary is to walk gently, to listen intently, and to savor every moment as nature reveals its unspoken wonders.

Great place to visit, we were leaving the hotel to go to the airport and had a couple hours to burn. A little research brought me to 6 mile Cypress Slough. Once you arrive you park and pay $1 per hour, we did 2 hours. Its a beautiful walk along about 1.3 miles of boardwalk wandering through a marshy cypress forest. I can't explain how beautiful it was, you really need to see it for yourself if you are nature enthusiastic. We went in April and was quite wet as the host David stated. If you are lucky you will spot alot of wildlife. Once you get through the trail, head to the interpretation center which is a little museum and gift shop. Tip: there's also bathroom in the museum And also one by the trail entrance. Great way to end a very beautiful weekend at fort Myers Beach!

This spot is a photography enthusiast's dream – one of my absolute favorites! Nestled on the prestigious Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, it offers regular sightings of alligators, a diverse array of wading birds and songbirds, not to mention a captivating mix of snakes and flora. Every visit promises a thrilling adventure as you explore the enchanting wonders of this nature boardwalk!

I was looking for something to do while I waited to catch a flight back home. I googled parks near the airport and discovered this nature gem within 20 minutes of the airport. Parking is $1 per hour or $5 for a day pass. Unless you like to sit, listen, and watch, 2 hours is more than enough here.The boardwalk trail was easy to adventure. The paths are clearly marked with guide markers for you to know your where abouts. Photographers were capturing sneak pics of an owl. Alligators can be seen if you've got an eye for wildlife. Birds chirping and fish splashing are the sounds that fill this swampy trail. The trail is a short distanced trail, so no worries, it's not an overhaul hike that will leave you exhausted. Take a stroll if you have no fear, and you'll be surprised at what you spy with your little eyes 👀.

I love coming here to get my mind off the mundane routine of it all. There's always parking and you never have to worry about overcrowding. Theres a variety of wildlife that you can get excited about. It's mostly birds, insects, and reptiles. So, if that excited you, even better! Overall, it's a great please to walk an easy path for a couple of dollars ( parking) and to see some interesting scenery.

It's simply so beautiful, birds sound, well maintained path.Very educational and informative walking path.Information are everywhere on trails wood. Also so nice and meaningful quotes written.Please refer herewith to the quotes and pics for detail.

This preserve is wonderful! A 1.2 mile loop that is teeming with life, right near the action! Did not see any alligators but saw turtles, herons, wood ducks, anhinga. Only pay for parking & donations are asked for (and well deserved!).

Slough has very nice walking paths..elevated & wooden. A lot of shade, so it's still doable on a hot day. We only saw birds..no gators, otters or other unique wildlife, but still a nice walk. Would recommend taking bug spray.

Such a great place for a walk with family to enjoy nature. There is a shorter trail and a longer one so if you want to take a short cut you can. The entire path is on a boardwalk with railings. There are plenty of benches and lookout points. Parking is by meter and there are picnic tables and a public restroom at the entrance.

Free entrance, free bathroom, free water fountain to refill your bottle of water, super clean place, handicap welcome. Walking trails, bikes prohibited, no fishing. Pets welcomed. Beautiful and peaceful, not crowded place to be totally surrounded by nature. Less you make noise ,more you enjoy it. Just pay for your parking space.

Beautiful natural piece of Cypress slew that contains a plethora of episiotic plants, lichens, Wild birds, turtles, gators, lizards, butterflies, fish, and much more to see if you are quiet and wait patiently. The boardwalks are well maintained and the Lookouts are volume is so that your party and others have the space to look out across the ponds and enjoy the scenery. Great facility that offers indoor and outdoor bathrooms and a visitor center with information.

Fun, easy walk around the boardwalk. On a day where it isn't hot it's nice. We didn't see a ton of wildlife, but the walk through the woods is still nice. The only expense is $1 per hour parking.

Wonderful time! Last experience before we headed to the airport to head back north (to the cold) and it did not disappoint. Lovely boardwalk path through the slough (pronounced slew per the very kind and informative greeter/guide) the kids loved the scavenger hunt and small prize they won. No alligator sightings but plenty of other wildlife with birds, fish, snakes, turtles, lizards, plant life etc.

Beautiful boardwalk through the mangrove jungle. Great place to take a quiet walk and enjoy the flora and fauna. Lots of places to stop and sit in the shade. Bring a camera!

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7751 Penzance Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33966, USA