| Erna Nixon Park | |
|---|---|
 Sign inside Erna Nixon Park | |
| Type | Public park[1] |
| Location | 1200 Evans Road Melbourne, Florida |
| Coordinates | 28°05′24.73″N 80°39′25.90″W / 28.0902028°N 80.6571944°W |
| Area | 53.93 acres or 21.82 ha[1] |
| Operated by | Brevard County |
| Open | All year |
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.[1] 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.[1] The park also hosts frequent events, such as the semi-annual Moonlight Stroll that takes place in the evening and includes live music.[1] 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.
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Sign at entrance to park
Boardwalk at Erna Nixon Park
Boardwalk at Erna Nixon Park
Boardwalk at Erna Nixon Park
External links
- "Erna Nixon Park". Official webpage from Brevard County Parks and Recreation website.
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