| Canoe and Kayak Guide >> Turkey Creek |
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| Turkey Creek, Palm Bay, Florida |
| Turkey Creek is a brackish water creek with hydric hammock surrounding it. This creek supports abundant wildlife. As you pass the deeper area of the creek, look for large swirls of water which indicate the presence of manatees. |
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| This is a good place to view alligators, fish, and an occasional river otter. Gopher tortoises and endangered indigo snakes have made their homes in the sandy soil of the sand pine scrub. Rufous-sided towhees, blue jays, cardinals, pileated woodpeckers, raccoons, and gray squirrels are year-round residents. click here for Pictures Approximate Distance: 8 miles round trip |
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| Directions: From US 1, West on Port Malabar Blvd., North on Bianca to Alex Goode Park |
| Fee: none |
| Description: paved boat ramps and floating docks |
| Parking: Adjacent |
| Facilities: Restrooms at Alex Goode Park and at the Turkey Creek Sanctuary wildlife museum on trails from the canoe takeout and turn around point. |
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