Heathcote Botanical Gardens - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
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About Heathcote Botanical Gardens
Heathcote Botanical Gardens is a five-acre subtropical botanical garden located at 210 Savannah Road, Fort Pierce. It currently includes a Japanese garden with teahouse, Reflection Garden, Herb Garden, Rainforest Display, Native Plants Garden, Children's Garden, and a Palm and Cycad Walk.
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Old Fort Park
2.11km from Heathcote Botanical Gardens
Old Fort Park is a great place to explore and enjoy the beauty of nature. Situated on the Indian River Lagoon, this park takes visitors back to early pioneer life with its replicated 1840s fortifications. Beyond being a site for exploration and knowledge, Old Fort Park also offers many recreational opportunities including camping, fishing, swimming and canoeing in the lagoon and nature trails for hiking and birdwatching.
A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery
3.78km from Heathcote Botanical Gardens
This museum houses artwork by A. E. Backus and other Florida artists. The museum contains the largest collection of paintings by A. E. Backus, a preeminent Florida landscape painter.
St. Lucie County Aquarium
4.77km from Heathcote Botanical Gardens
The St. Lucie County Aquarium offers visitors a chance to experience the wonders of our ocean and estuarine ecosystems. Featuring over 190 native species, the aquarium allows guests to explore the different habitats that make up coastal Florida. From sea urchins, otters, turtles and sharks to jellyfish, Florida Game fish and even alligators, there's no shortage of fascinating creatures on display. Visitors can tour a touch tank and learn more about what is happening under the sea.
White City Park
5.34km from Heathcote Botanical Gardens
White City Park is a great destination for nature lovers. Spanning over 500 acres of nature preserve, this park provides numerous opportunities to explore wildlife and nature through walking trails and boardwalks, boat tours and volunteer activities. There are multiple camping sites available, as well as large picnic shelters perfect for family gatherings or team building exercises. For those interested in fishing, the park has two large ponds full of bluegill, bass and catfish.
Jetty Park
6.52km from Heathcote Botanical Gardens
Jetty Park, is an ideal spot for a peaceful beach vacation. The park offers several camping and lodging options that range from cabins and full service RV sites to primitive camping on the beach. With gorgeous views of the Atlantic Ocean, you can enjoy activities such as swimming, fishing, bird-watching, nature trails and playgrounds for the kids. Jetty Park also offers a pier for deep sea fishing with amenities such as picnic tables, grills and snack bar.
Ft Pierce Inlet State Park
7.39km from Heathcote Botanical Gardens
Fort Pierce Inlet State Park is a 340-acre part of the Florida State Park system. It consists of beaches, dunes and a coastal hammock between the Atlantic Ocean and the waters of Tucker Cove, an indentation of the Indian River Lagoon.
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St. Lucie County is a county in the U.S. state of Florida. The area was originally inhabited by the Ais tribe.
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