Central Florida Enchanted Forest Sanctuary
Enchanted Forest Sanctuary
Written by Sandra Friend
Its not rocket science: the first and finest of the Brevard County EEL (Environmental Endangered Lands), Enchanted Forest Sanctuary in Titusville is a fabulous destination for family hiking.
From the moment you step out of your car at the trailhead, you realize this is a magical place. It has a little bit of everything, including historic sites, geological oddities, massive trees, gardens, and a diverse amount of habitats along its trail system, with the spine of the Atlantic Coastal Ridge a prominent landform down the middle.
There's even a nature center filled with information and interactive exhibits about the habitats and history of this corner of Titusville. Located right outside of Kennedy Space Center off US 1, this preserve has blossomed over the past decade into a true treasure, a must-stop for any families who love the outdoors and are visiting the Space Coast
Guidebooks
50 Hikes in Central Florida
Hiker's Guide to the Sunshine State
Orlando & Central Florida: An Explorer's Guide
Locator
Directions & LocationFrom I-95 exit 215, Titusville, drive east on SR 50 to the first traffic light. Turn right onto SR 405. Follow it for 4.4 miles to the park entrance on the left. If you reach the US 1 overpass, you've gone too far.
Overview
OverviewLocation: Titusville
Length: 2.5 miles
Lat-Long: 28.533350, -80.802283
Type: Interlocking loops; hike follows perimeter
Fees / Permits: none
Good for: birding, big trees, botanical wonders, geology, history, kids
Difficulty: 2 of 5
Bug factor: 2 of 5
Restroom: at the nature center
The nature center has a nice gift shop inside as well as restrooms and a water fountain. Guided tours are available for persons of limited mobility. o bicycles are permitted on these trails. The Enchanted Forest Sanctuary is open daily 9 AM to 5 PM. The gates lock automatically, so be sure you leave in time!
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