Somewhere Along Paradise Beach on A1A …read more.. a shard of bark is an amazing piece of work a design evolved over thousands of sea tidal erosions very complex and beautiful a bark-bit mirrors the soul perfectly the periodic thrashing out to sea on brutal atlantic storms followed by a long journey home to the drying sand havens for a rest in the alternately sunlit days and moonlit nights only to repeat the process yet again and again it's a marvel that surely thousands passed by this piece but it was i presented the opportunity to steal it away from indialantic's cold stormy winter waters to hand carry it safely to where it belongs and possibly originated the origins of this lovely piece shall forever remain a mystery from the exterior one can guess how the interior might look yet can never be quite certain to open and peer inside would destroy the creation only the very wise will someday be able to imagine with their intuitive powers what it is inside of the bark's soul that allowed this bark to rest beside paradise beach shells

Beach is clean and large enough for the people there. Bathrooms and showers are undergoing…read morerenovations and are not available. If they were a solid 4 stars.

I've been coming to this park for a few months throughout the week and often times on weekends just…read moreto enjoy a stroll or an occasional easy run. It's centrally located easily accessible, and beautiful to boot. It's the kind of park where you can greet people with a hello or a good morning and see they're beautiful dogs on a Sunday morning stroll. There is also multiple little play areas in case you have kids and it's the kind of park. Do you want to spend time in because it always seems to be peaceful no matter what time in the morning midday or afternoon you stop by. There's plenty of places to sit and relax and I love so many things about this park. I hope you enjoy it too.

This is a nice overall park. I found the vibe to be relaxing and enjoyable and the atmosphere…read moredefinitely has a calming effect on the soul. There is definitely adequate parking and again, it definitely is a cool enough park. We as a community need parks. Places like this where we as a community can gather in respite. If you find yourself in the area, I would definitely recommend this particular park. Go check it out, I do not think that you will be disappointed.

Melbourne Riverview Park Is located on 15.4 acres of the Indian River Lagoon. The city of Melbourne…read moreassumed ownership of Riverview Park from Brevard County in June 2012. Locals and visitors will find amenities for both active recreation as well as relaxation. There are picnic pavilions with tables, grills, restrooms, Scurrah's Landing canoe and kayak launch, and a playground. For 18 years Melbourne Riverview Park has been the site of the Melbourne Farmers Market. It is open 10-2 Every Saturday October - May and the 1st & 3rd Saturday June - Sept. You can fid fresh foods, plants, artisans and more. Whether you are coming for an event or recreation, this park provides a peaceful respite from the busy downtown area. I enjoyed stretching my legs and bird watching over the river. If you have children, the recently renovated playground looks particularly inviting.

This place is meant for the fishing enthusiasts. There's not much of a park other than a swing, a…read morefew benches and and plenty of parking spots. It was a nice little outing for a stroll and that was about it for my family.

The Melbourne Beach Pier is steeped in history. Located in Ryckman Park, the pier was built between…read more1888 and 1889 by the Indian River and Atlantic Railway Company. It was constructed from wood planks and pilings as was common in the late 1800's. The pier is the oldest known example of such piers on the Indian River. After the pier was built it served as a crucial transportation link moving tourists, residents, freight, and mail between the mainland and the barrier island. A railroad was laid from the ferry landing on the dock and across the barrier island 7/10 of a mile to the ocean beach. This provided access to the Atlantic Ocean by a pushcart and later by a motorized car. A ferry service was operated by the Beaujean family between 1889 and 1923. The railroad provided access to the island and excursion boats from the mainland communities brought winter tourists to dock at the pier. The community's first post office was located at the east end of the pier and provided the daily mail service in 1894. The building of the toll bridge between Melbourne and Indialantic in 1921 ended the pier's importance for island access. On April 12, 1984, the pier was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. In 1985 a restoration project supported by local citizens and state programs helped to preserve this iconic Melbourne Beach structure. Today the pier offers a panoramic view of the Indian River and is ideal for fishing, relaxation, and sunset strolls. I enjoyed my walk back in time down this historic pier, and best of all unlike many piers there is no charge to enjoy it.

Located in a really beautiful community, really clean, sunrise and sunset are beautiful and Ocean…read moreAvenue is right at opposite end of the street to surf or just go to the beach. Parking is free all around until 8:00 AM, but plenty of spaces and pay stations where you can pay with card. If you're taking a kid or anyone fishing for the first time and you want to GUARANTEE a bite, go to Black Dog Bait and Tackle like 5 minutes away, get one or two dozen live shrimp with a bubbler bucket and cast off any corner of this pier. I will say that the only thing that bit was catfish NONSTOP. They put up a fun fight and they come in all sizes and they rarely swallow the hook, but once you catch a couple, I suggest going to the beach or finishing up your bait at Geiger Point at Kiwani's Park. You'll have a better shot of catching some little snappers and drums (which you can't keep any size in this area). Super beautiful spot though for a kid's first time out.

Very clean and not overcrowded beach park. I saw two lifeguards on duty while walking to the…read morebeach. The bathrooms were clean and so was the parking lot. Compared to the other parks closer to Hwy. 192 they a lot cleaner, quieter and more available parking. The park doesn't have the food trucks or vendors like the bigger beach parks have but you can bring own food and drinks. Its just like an old fashioned picnic on the beach. Their was a small playground for very young children to play on that looks nice. Several of the covered areas with cook stations and picnic tables are available. Next time you're in the Melbourne Florida check out the Pelican Beach Park. Enjoy!!! Live Life Today, Travel USA!!! #TimSamsTravelUSA

Lovely little park at the beach. Nice clean restroom area, covered picnic area, and huge grills to…read moreuse. Multiple walk ways to the beach. Awesome waves, lots of seashells, and beautiful sunrises.

I often stop at Sunset Park during my ride from a crazy work-day to the peace and calm of…read moreIndialantic-by-the-Sea ... the beautiful sunsets are guaranteed to free your mind and the endless thoughts follow in turn ... ----------------------------------------- it starts with goodbye and ends with hello ... the hot glowing orb of green-flashed radiance pauses in her descent to rue the cautious moon-man peaking over a hemisphere the wry smiles colliding against a micro-understanding a southern cross blinkers and orion tightens his girth with a frown as venus arches an eyebrow on the multitude of emotions that trundle along a piered ocean liner straining against the moorings of life sadly unaware of their final destination

Great little park with a couple benches and beautiful views of the river. It is only accessible as…read morewalk up or by bike. No car parking. Great sunsets and regular porpoise sightings in the a.m. The first picture is not of the park. There are no buildings in the park.

Conveniently located to downtown, this Indian River waterfront park is located next to the Eau…read moreGallie Public Library. The first settlement in Eau Gallie was established in 1859 when John C. Houston received an 80-acre homestead on the north shore of the Eau Gallie River. The park takes its name from the once thriving pineapple plantations that used to be in Eau Gallie in the late 1800's. At one point land was selling for $1,000 an acre until the freeze of 1894-95 which killed off the pineapple crops. One Eau Gallie family, John and Juliet Aspinwall, lost 150,000 pineapples and that was the last of the pineapple industry in the area. Come to Pineapple Park for a stunning view of the Indian River and the Eau Gallie Bridge. Steps from shopping and restaurants in the historic district, this small park has a fishing pier, gazebo, picnic tables, playground, and restrooms. Stately live oak trees in the park provide beauty and shade. This is the perfect place to take the kids to play, fish, picnic, or enjoy the sunset.

Small but overall pleasant enough park. It has a couple pavilions, a children's playground, a…read moredecent water view, a few picnic tables, and parking.

Ballard Park is a smaller park, but it has a lot going for it. It has a boat launch, a children's…read moreplayground pavilions, a basketball court, tennis courts, rest rooms, and more. This was a great place to chill for a bit and just unwind. I would definitely recommend here.

My family loves this park! I grew up here, and now my children are. The playground is gated and has…read moregreat play equipment, there is a basketball and tennis court, LOTS of space to fish, kayak and enjoy family time. PLUS dolphins and manatees! The only thing we don't like is the bathrooms... they are in need of a major upgrade.

We have gone to Canova a few times and we always enjoy it…read more There are public bathrooms when you first drive up. Then they have outside showers you can use if you want to wash off the sea water or sand when you are leaving the beach. Then after you crossover the stair-bridge, you enter the beach. It's a long strip that you can walk with your dogs. Most people keep their dogs on a leash, but be warned, there are many that are not on a leash. I like this beach, because I can bring my dog, my kids swim in the water and there are shells for me to collect. Something for everyone. The waves are medium strength... they are a little big for small kids or weak swimmers, but still small enough for my teens to enjoy. We will definitely be back!!

Great time had by all love seeing the doggies on the beach playing in the water. Everyone here…read moretoday was having a good time. Wind was blowing so it wasn't as hot beach was clean though busy definitely will come back.