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Manatee Cove Park

Manatee Cove Park

Manatee Cove Park
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Ginger B
Patchogue, NY102 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 • Friends
Nice place but we didn't see any manatees
The people said the water was too warm for them
But the other reviews said that February was a good time to see them
But that's mother nature for u!
Not much to do here though, but a nice place to walk around! The area this place is located in is not the greatest but 3 miles down the road is a yacht club.
Written February 13, 2023
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Jthomp01
Detroit, MI81 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Couples
I highly recommend renting a kayak and kayaking around the cove as well as going out into the river. We saw a good number of manatee including two small calves. They would come right up to the kayaks And kept swimming next to us. They are so fantastic to see. We also had pretty good luck seeing them from the shore on the small trail. Out of the river we saw lots of stingrays, puffer fish, jellyfish, a small shark, and cool birds.
Written May 24, 2024
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KatieVirginia
Virginia73 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
A simple county park with a man-made lake. There was a bit of a rough trail going around the lake. We did see one manatee stick it's head out for a few seconds and lots of fish jumping. Aside from the lake, there is a pavilion, a playground and some sports fields. Was a very quiet place when we were there.
Written February 2, 2020
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Jeremy C
Atlanta, GA948 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Family
Not much here, except for a very short trail and a viewing platform, but if you happen to see manatees then its a worthwhile short stop.
Written February 19, 2024
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Randall S
2 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
Small park. You can rent kayaks. You can see the snouts of the manatees from the shoreline however the guide said it's better to get on a kayak and get out into the middle of the water to see them. We didn't have time to do that.
Written March 11, 2024
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A.Visitor
Amarillo, TX59 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Family
We were visiting Florida in summer and wanted to see Manatees. We had tried two other places with no luck but straight away at this place (even though it was mid day and warm) there were a number of manatee that could be viewed from the shore. This place is free and is just a car park and very short walk with a small viewing platform.

There was a business renting out kayaks to go on the water which might be a fun option for those with more time. We just walked and looked. So glad we went
Written June 25, 2023
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Vivian
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • Family
We saw 5 manatees on a hot afternoon! So they are really there, it’s not just a name. Also saw a small alligator.
Written July 25, 2022
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Jet741260
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Family
The experience awesome!! A beautiful place and easy to arrive. The guides Kevin and Dave were very helpful and kind!!!!
Written August 14, 2021
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Karissa F
10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021 • Family
Remember to bring cash for a tip. Also, if you dont have a car, schedule taxi or uber in advance. Not many available!
Written March 31, 2021
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Ty*
71 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020
This is simply a neighborhood park. There's a small playground and some viewing decks. There's not much to it, but a nice view of the river and a quiet, peaceful place to stop and have a picnic lunch.
Written September 18, 2020
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