Diverse Adventures on the Indian River Lagoon National Scenic Byway

The Indian River Lagoon (FL) [1]

For a truly diverse adventure, travel the Indian River Lagoon National Scenic Byway. Explore wildlife refuges, seashores, historic districts, and even the intricacies of the NASA Space Program. While traveling the byway, you will meander through three national wildlife refuges and through several state and local parks and sanctuaries. And, speaking of diversity, while visiting the Indian River Lagoon, you will find yourself in the most biologically diverse estuary in North America. The lagoon is home to more than 4,000 species of plants and animals.

Boats Abound (FL) [2]

In addition to the ample wildlife surrounding the byway, an abundance of recreational opportunities await you. Choose from sailing, swimming, surfing, boating, fishing, bird watching, hiking, and biking. Or, if you prefer a leisurely stroll, wander through the vibrant historic districts found in many of the communities along the byway. Don't forget to include a stop at the McLarty Treasure Museum, where you will see many examples of Spanish treasure lost in shipwrecks just off the coast of Florida.

An Early Morning Launch (FL) [3]

Once you've seen all the byway has to offer on land, enter the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and look to the sky. Take a virtual moonwalk, sit at a mission control console, or visit with real astronauts.

Whether you are going to explore the natural ecosystem surrounding the lagoon or to observe the workings of the nation's space program, the opportunities are endless on the Indian River Lagoon National Scenic Byway.