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Unless designated otherwise, Brevard County Parks open after 7:00 a.m. and close at dark.

Parks with Community Centers and Athletic Facilities are open after dark for scheduled activities. Operating hours for Community Centers and Nature Centers may be obtained by contacting the specific facility.

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Central Area-Mainland
Parks - 4

840 Forrest Avenue
Cocoa, FL 32922
Ph: 321-633-1874    Fx: 321-633-1850

Office Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m
Directions to Office

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Silver Pines

Park 1045 Noreen Boulevard, Rockledge
FROM SR-520 go south on Fiske Boulevard 3 miles, turn right on Noreen Boulevard and go 0.1 miles

Open after 7:00 a.m. until dark.

This shaded 3.77-acre neighborhood park, located west of Fiske Boulevard between Lee and Noreen Streets, is popular for impromptu softball and basketball.

FACILITY USE
First come, first served. Please be courteous.
ADA ACCESS: Advance notice needed for special accommodations
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Ballfields: 1 adult/youth softball/multiuse
• Basketball Court: full outdoor, unlighted
• Playground
DOS & DON’TS: 1) Service animals only. 2) No alcoholic beverages allowed. 3) Other restrictions as posted.

Taylor Park Rockledge

1292 Florida Avenue, Rockledge
FROM US Hwy 1 at Barton Blvd, go north 0.5 miles and go right onto Florida Avenue, then immediately right on either Palmway S or Palmway N (there is parking on both of these streets).

Open after 7:00 a.m. until dark, except for scheduled use.

A decorative arched entranceway at the juncture of Florida Avenue and US Hwy 1 is a landmark at this 3.06-acre community park. Shaded by old oaks, the small pavilion, scattered picnic tables, benches, paved walkway, playground and basketball court make this park convenient for neighborhood get-togethers. A sensory garden adorns the site of the mausoleum of park donors, Albert and Grace Taylor.

FACILITY USE: First come, first served. Please be courteous.
ADA ACCESSIBLE: Parking, Pavilion, Playground
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Basketball Court: full outdoor, unlighted
• Exercise Trail (.29 mile, 9 stations)
• Picnics
• Playground
• Strolling
DOS & DON’TS: 1) Service animals only. 2) Alcoholic beverages in designated areas only. 3) Other restrictions as posted.

Travis Park

2003 Michigan Avenue, Cocoa
321-633-1871

FROM SR-520, go north 2.2 miles on Clearlake Rd, turn left just past Brevard Community College onto Michigan Avenue and go 0.2 miles.

Park open after 7:00 a.m. until dark except for scheduled use.

Center open Monday-Friday 3:00-9:00 p.m., Saturday 12:30-6:00 p.m. and for scheduled use.

The community center, affectionately known as Tiger Den due to its proximity to Cocoa High School, is the focal point of this 2.5-acre community park. The gymnasium and small activity rooms make it a popular site for basketball, special interest activities and summer day camp. The park grounds include a half basketball court and sand volleyball courts, a playground and picnic shelter. Additionally, a 1-mile paved nature trail around Clear Lake extends from Travis Park to the Brevard Museum. For a schedule of activities at the Community Center go to:

ww.brevardparks.com/classes

FACILITY RESERVATIONS: 321-633-1871
Gymnasium, Meeting Room, Family Picnic Shelter, Volleyball Courts
ADA ACCESSIBLE: Parking, Community Center, Playground, Paved Nature Trail
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Basketball Courts: indoor; half outdoor unlighted
• Community Center
- Activities for All Ageas
- Computer Center
- Gameroom
- Gymnasium
• Nature Trail (1-mile paved)
• Playground
• Volleyball Courts (2 sand, lighted)
DOS & DON’TS: 1) No swimming or fishing. 2) Restrooms are available during Community Center hours only. 3) Service animals only. 4) Alcoholic beverages in designated areas only. 5) Other restrictions as posted.

Valencia Dock

914 Rockledge Drive, Rockledge
FROM US Hwy 1, go east at the Barton Blvd and immediately left on Seminole Drive. Go 0.4 miles to Valencia Road, turn right and go 0.3 miles to the river.

Open after 7:00 a.m. until dark.

Extending into the Indian River at the east end of Orange Avenue, this .1-acre river park is a scenic neighborhood fishing pier with 2 benches.

WATCHABLE WILDLIFE: Osprey, Dolphin, Manatee
ADA ACCESSIBLE: Fishing Pier
ACTIVITY FEATURES
• Fishing (8x27 t-shaped pier)
DOS & DON’TS: No diving from dock.

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840 Forrest Avenue
Cocoa, FL 32922
Ph: 321-633-1874
FROM US Hwy 1, go east 0.2 miles on SR-520, turn left on Forrest Avenue and go north .09 miles. The office is on the right (former Joblink Bldg on the east side of Forrest Avenue).
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Activites for Seniors

A variety of recreational opportunities are available for seniors at Senior Centers, and at parks throughout the county—

Fisherman and boaters with find a listing of boat launch and fishing sites

Paved walkways and boardwalks perfect for leisurely strolls

Community Centers offer fitness, dancing, and special interest classes

Enjoy golf at three exceptional golf courses with fee programs for residents

Campgrounds for a nearby getaway

Visit the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary Management & Education Center for a healthy and informative outing

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