INDIAN RIVER COUNTY // COUPLES
ENCHANTING ESCAPES Imagine beach-filled mornings watching a glorious sunrise. Then, enjoy countless days exploring more than 100,000 acres of unspoiled Florida wilderness, where manatees and dolphins try to steal the show. For those who seek the best of spectacular beaches, farm-to-table dinners, and endless opportunities for date nights, there's Indian River County. Find us at the intersection of glamour and green. Most beaches are easily accessible, and parking is free at all of them; so are romantic starry-filled nights. BEGUILING BEACHES If you prefer a more active beach experience, you can choose one known for its surfing or one with volleyball. Just steps away from the shopping and dining district of Ocean Drive, a fascinating experience awaits divers and snorkelers alike; the SS Breconshire, a historic underwater monument, is located just offshore from Sexton Plaza. Or frolic with manatees, frequently spotted playing at Round Island Beach. For a secluded beach to steal away to for private moments, Treasure Shores is a perfect choice. Finally, those looking for an ecominded adventure will want to visit Ambersands Beach. It resides within the 284-acre Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, which spans 20.5
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miles and is one of the most critically important sea turtle nesting spots. Sign up for the day or nighttime turtle tours. Our local shoreline is one of the most prolific turtle nesting areas in the world.
HANDHOLDING WALKS Imagine a mini-national park leading straight to the Indian River Lagoon. It is complete with park benches resting on the shore - here’s the perfect place to steal a kiss! The Lagoon Greenway encompasses 187-acres, with more than three miles of hiking trails. The Main Trail is a half-mile to the lagoon’s beaches and features a walkable boardwalk and a secluded park bench. The Mini Adventure Trail is a quarter-mile and more rugged.
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