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17 nearby parks, towns and places to explore, ordered by straight-line distance.
Things to do15 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 25 min by car (20 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Zoo in Florida, United States.
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State park15 miles southeast · straight-line distance
State park in Florida, US.
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22 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 30 min by car (23 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Brevard County, Florida, United States of America.
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Town24 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (27 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Brevard County, Florida, United States.
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25 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 35 min by car (26 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Brevard County, Florida, United States.
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Town29 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 40 min by car (30 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
County seat of Indian River County, Florida, United States.
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State park38 miles southeast · straight-line distance
State park in Florida, US.
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State park48 miles west · straight-line distance
State park in Florida, United States.
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National park site52 miles north · straight-line distance
National Seashore in the state of Florida, U.S.
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Town60 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 15 min by car (76 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States.
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Things to do62 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 20 min by car (80 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Theme park in the United States.
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Things to do63 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 30 min by car (87 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Resort and entertainment complex in Bay Lake and Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States.
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75 miles southeast · straight-line distance
Island in Martin County, Florida, United States.
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76 miles south · straight-line distance
Freshwater lake in the state of Florida, USA.
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National park site123 miles north · straight-line distance
Fort in Florida managed by the National Park Service.
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Outdoors131 miles north · straight-line distance
Barrier island in St. Johns County, Florida, United States.
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National park site131 miles west · straight-line distance
National Memorial of the United States in Bradenton, United States of America.
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30 recreation areas and campgrounds within 132 miles, from Recreation.gov. Filter by what you want to do.
12 miles southeast · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
The Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge stretches across 20.5 miles of beach and shoreline habitat between Melbourne Beach and Wabasso Beach along Florida's east coast in Brevard and Indian River Counties.
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18 miles southeast · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) is situated in the Indian River Lagoon estuary, which runs 156 miles down Florida’s eastern coastline.
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43 miles north · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
The refuge traces its beginnings to the development of the nation’s Space Program. In 1962, NASA acquired the lands and waters adjacent to Cape Canaveral to establish the John F. Kennedy Space Center.
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53 miles north · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history.
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67 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 20 min by car (82 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
St. Lucie Campground provides a relaxing camping experience on the St. Lucie Canal, part of the 152 mile Okeechobee Waterway that spans South Florida from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico.
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75 miles southeast · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge contains the largest contiguous section of undeveloped beach in Southeastern Florida and is considered one of the most productive sea turtle nesting areas in the Southeastern United…
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81 miles south · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area (ONA) is part of the Bureau of Land Management’s 27-million acre National Conservation Lands; and the only complete unit east of the Mississippi River.
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83 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 40 min by car (103 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
River Forest is a shaded group camping facility on the shores of the St. Johns River in Ocala National Forest.
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88 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 55 min by car (119 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area offers a quiet getaway along the southeastern edge of the Ocala National Forest, just outside the community of Paisley, Florida.
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88 miles northwest · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1964 as a migratory bird refuge to offset losses of wetland habitat that were occurring in central Florida.
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90 miles south · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
As lake, waterway and surrounding countryside, Okeechobee shows the many faces of Florida. A canopy of moss-draped live oaks hides clusters of sabal palms. A tangle of water plants marks the boundary where wetland meets lakeshore.
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91 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 40 min by car (121 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Lake Dorr Cabin is set along the south shore of beautiful Lake Dorr, ideal for a family getaway. The cabin is open year-round and creates a great setting for plenty of outdoor water fun.
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94 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 10 min by car (132 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest near the beautiful, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs.
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97 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 3 hr 5 min by car (173 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Ortona South is a perfect campground for a quiet, sunny escape to South Florida. The campground is set along the Caloosahatchie River.
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98 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 20 min by car (131 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Buck Lake is a group camping facility in the heart of Ocala National Forest in Florida. Great for family reunions and social gatherings, the campground can host a group of up to 50 guests along the shores of Buck Lake.
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100 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 35 min by car (139 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Perennially popular with off-road vehicle enthusiasts, Big Scrub Campground sits in the Ocala National Forest in central Florida. A trailhead within the facility offers riders campsite-to-trail access.
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102 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 15 min by car (135 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Doe Lake is a group campsite with a variety of activities. Centered around a historic lodge with a large group kitchen, it's an ideal place for major outdoor gatherings of up to 250 people.
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105 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 10 min by car (135 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Juniper Springs Campground is one of the most popular campgrounds in the Ocala National Forest. The location offers deeply shaded sites within walking distance of some of Florida's most beautiful natural springs.
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109 miles south · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
The Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1951 under the authority of the Migratory Bird Conservation Act of 1929 with a 50-year license agreement between the State of Florida and the U.S.
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109 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 20 min by car (142 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Mill Dam Group Campground offers a fun and relaxing setting for groups of up to 150 to enjoy Ocala National Forest.
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113 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 55 min by car (167 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Visitors flock to W.P. Franklin Campground for its well-kept facilities and location on the Caloosahatchee River, where campers can fish, boat and take it easy in sunny southwest Florida.
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113 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 50 min by car (166 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
WP Franklin South Recreation Area is a day use area located on the Caloosahatchee River adjacent to the WP Franklin Lock and Dam.
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115 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 30 min by car (147 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Salt Springs Recreation Area is one the recreational jewels of the Ocala National Forest, with a spectacular natural mineral spring that gives the area its name.
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118 miles southwest · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
The refuge was established by President Woodrow Wilson on July 1, 1920, through Executive Order 3299 as a ". . . preserve and breeding ground for native birds" upon the recommendation of Thomas and Mina Edison.
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118 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 35 min by car (155 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Lake Shore Group Campground sits on the north shore of Fore Lake in Ocala National Forest. It is a favorite for scout, church and civic groups, as well as large families and reunions.
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119 miles north · straight-line distanceNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve encompasses approximately 55,000 acres of salt marsh and mangrove tidal wetlands, oyster bars, estuarine lagoons, upland habitat and offshore seas in Northeast Florida.
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122 miles north · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine.
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130 miles west · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting their homelands.
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132 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 4 hr 10 min by car (197 road miles, checked October 2026)National Park Service
Gator Head Campground is a primitive campground located within the Bear Island Unit of Big Cypress National Preserve.
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132 miles southwest · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
On the refuge, beaches and shores of the refuge provide loafing and feeding sites for shorebirds, gulls, and terns. The surrounding shallow bays provide valuable feeding areas for the wading and water birds.
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Recreation areas and campgrounds from Recreation.gov's directory, checked October 9, 2026. Listings are not live availability: check Recreation.gov or the managing agency for open dates, fees, reservations and conditions. Directions go to the listed coordinates, which may not be the entrance. Campground driving times: Powered by Geoapify · © OpenStreetMap contributors.
This guide includes Brevard Zoo, Sebastian Inlet State Park, Rockledge, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa. Places are ordered by straight-line distance. Confirm visitor access, opening hours and current travel conditions before choosing a trip.
Approximately 15 miles northwest in a straight line; driving takes about 25 min over 20 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 15 miles southeast in a straight line. This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 22 miles northwest in a straight line; driving takes about 30 min over 23 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Recreation.gov lists 16 campgrounds within 132 miles, including St Lucie South (67 miles south), River Forest Group Site (83 miles northwest), Clearwater Lake Rec Area (88 miles northwest). Check Recreation.gov for current availability, seasons and reservations.