Activities
Activities in Cocoa Beach and the space coast area
Cocoa Beach and the Florida Space Coast is loaded with activities to do. In this section we will give you some great idea’s to get the most from your vacation. keep in mind the listed businesses and activity ideas are not paid advertisers but our selection to ensure you enjoy your stay.
So if you are looking to fish, surf, kayak, or see some wildlife follow the links below. Of course we included some fun spots and must see tours like Kennedy Space Center.
Fishing
Fishing in Cocoa beach and the Florida space coast is a fun and exciting activity that can be done all year around by anglers of all ages. It is a great family activity to get everyone outside and of the digital devices.
With so many options in the area whether charter boat, beach or pier there is no reason not to cast a line while visiting anglers paradise Check out our fishing page for some tips on chartering a boat or getting set up for some great shore fishing.
Watersports
Cocoa Beach is surrounded by water, with the Atlantic ocean and beach’s on the east and the Banana River Lagoona and Indian river to the west watersports are a part of life on the Florida Space Coast.
Be it surfing, bodyboarding, kayaking and Sup everyone will find a exciting and fun activity. Want to try something new, the local experts are more than happy to show you.
Check out the watersports page to find your next activity.
Wildlife
Florida is a wildlife lovers paradise and the Space Coast is no exception. whether you want to go for a boat ride to see dolphins, manatees and birds. Maybe a hike in the great outdoor to search for wildlife an enjoy our unique coast terrain or possibly a airboat ride through the swamps of the St. John’s river. Which ever it may be there is always some beautiful scenery to be had and the potential to see some truly unique wildlife.
Plan your adventure with some of our local tips and go wild on Florida’s Space Coast.
Family fun and tours
Beside and the water sports and boating activities, Cocoa Beach and the Space Coast have some great day trip options. From the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to museums and zoo’s. There is lots of stuff to do in the area that will keep you busy and having fun.
Local Tip!
Beach Parking
If you are just coming to the coast for the day beach parking can get pricey. Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral are essentially the same beach. About a 12 mile stretch of beach consisting of Cape Canaveral on the north end, Cocoa beach on the south. All the parking area’s in Cape Canaveral are FREE and many have handicap Accessible crossovers to the beach. If you can get a spot Cherie Down Park in Cape Canaveral is a great option. Cherie Down provides free parking, bathrooms and beach shower.
If you are going to choose Cocoa Beach keep in mind that all the end street parking areas are metered which you pay by app on your phone. The one free choice is Lori Wilson Park which does offer free parking, restrooms and beach showers.
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