Where to See Manatees in Indian River County This Winter
As temperatures begin to cool across Florida, one of the state’s most beloved marine mammals becomes a little easier to spot.
Sebastian, Florida, is a quaint riverfront fishing village located on the Sebastian River, with sweeping views of the Indian River Lagoon. The city offers visitors scenic walkways and over 16 city parks, which are home to fabulous seafood feasts, foot-tapping music festivals, and colorful arts festivals, many of which provide a kid-friendly focus. Indian River Drive is a hotbed of activity and home to a variety of hotels and restaurants, and weekend getaways.
The city of Sebastian is home to Sebastian Inlet State Park. The park provides fishing from both its Atlantic and Indian River shores; fishing jetties extend from both sides of the inlet into the ocean. Other activities include swimming, enjoying the water views, world-class surfing, camping, bird watching, boating, and diving. Wildlife is abundant in the park, and the casual visitor can see ospreys and many species of shorebirds. Sea turtles nest in the park, and visitors during the summer may make reservations for a nighttime tour to observe nesting turtles. The park also contains two museums: McLarty Treasure Museum and Sebastian Fishing Museum. Sebastian also lays claim as the birthplace of America’s first national refuge, Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, as portions of the park reside in the intercostal waterways of Sebastian Inlet.
As temperatures begin to cool across Florida, one of the state’s most beloved marine mammals becomes a little easier to spot.
Eat Like You’re on Vacation: Local Dining Experiences That Feel Like Florida – When you picture a Florida vacation, chances are it includes swaying palms, a warm breeze, and delicious food enjoyed somewhere with a view.
Whether you are looking for an easy weekend road trip or a relaxing coastal escape, spending 48 hours in Indian River County offers the perfect blend of seaside charm, outdoor adventure, and unhurried Florida beauty.
Downtown Vero Beach’s dining scene stretches well beyond a single street, but 14th Avenue serves as its culinary backbone.
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Chicken Parm is one of those classic comfort foods that’s hard not to love.
