Type Public park Phone +1 321-952-4525 | Operated by Brevard County | |
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Location 1200 Evans Road
Melbourne, Florida Area 53.93 acres or 21.82 ha Address 1200 Evans Rd, Melbourne, FL 32904, USA Hours Open today · 7AM–5PMSunday7AM–5PMMonday7AM–5PMTuesday7AM–5PMWednesday7AM–5PMThursday7AM–5PMFriday7AM–5PMSaturday7AM–5PM Similar Florida Tech Botanical, Turkey Creek Sanctuary, Goode Park, Max K Rodes Park, Historic Rossetter House M | ||
Erna Nixon Park is a public park located on 1200 Evans Road, Melbourne, Florida. It contains a 3,000-foot (910 m) elevated boardwalk through a natural Florida hammock. The park contains ferns and old live oaks with hanging Spanish moss. It provides a natural habitat for several species of birds and small animals, such as the gopher tortoise and indigo snake. The park also hosts frequent events, such as the semi-annual Moonlight Stroll that takes place in the evening and includes live music. The park is named after Melbourne Village naturalist Erna Nixon (B: November 3, 1891).
The Erna Nixon Park Nature Center features exhibits of animal mounts and live small animals.
Gopher tortoise at erna nixon park
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