round island beach park

My husband, son and I like to fish and take our dog, so we made a visit to round island. I have been camping with the scouts there in the past and it is a beautiful, well kept park.

Of the 5 or 6 times we have stopped to enjoy the nature tril and lookouts, we spotted dolphins and manatees only couple times. So, it's the luck of the draw if you'll get to see anything. Lots of free parking, picnic area, walking trails, 2 lookout areas. Need to bring my kayak next time. great boat and sandy beach area for kayak launching. Beautiful scenery of the mangroves and waterways.

Great place to view manatees and the fishing is superb.. Easy access for kayaks and canoes. Nice nature trail for hiking. Picnic area.

The day we went was cool & breezy, but if it were nicer, I would've walked the beach for miles. A couple of families were enjoying grilling their lunches and engaging in some family time.

Wife and I took the nature walk. Very nice canopy of natural foliage. Was very windy and cool the day of our visit so really didn't get to appreciate the beauty of the area. Hopefully will be able to return at later date to be able to enjoy the surroundings.

Visited this place several times over the past few years. Parking is more than ample and there is a lot to see but the big attraction is the manatees. On one visit there were none to be seen so I told my spouse to go near the water and make seaweed sound. She was not impressed and it failed to attract any animals. The park is located in a very picturesque area and when not swamped with kayakers a pleasant respite from the hubbub of the surrounding area.

Have been here numerous times to launch a small boat and fish the river. Scenic river views with many kayakers and paddle boarders.........snake through the narrow channes and head for the open river to fish for snook, redfish, snapper, tarpon and be aware depending on the time of year sharks! Oceanside is well maintained, great beach and a playground for the kids. Because it is about 15 minutes south of the main Vero beaches it is usually not as busy.

This is a broad expanse of beach only about 15 minutes south of Vero Beach. Good parking, bathrooms,and lifeguards but no concession stand so bring your own lunch/snacks and drinks. Lots of beach to walk along. There were a number of surf fishermen who had their lines in the water a little way down on the beach. Very tranquil. It is across from Round Island Park where you can often seen dolphins and/or manatees near the walking bridge. Check it out.

Went to see if we could get a glimpse of a manatee or two but didn't have a lot of luck but did enjoy looking at the waterway and walk along the nature trail to the back side of the river. We will return there again to see if we can catch a glimpse of our sea cows of course if we don't we will not be disappointed because of the natural beauty of the area.Will also venture across the street to the ocean on our next visit, from a distance it really looks inviting.

Park ison both sides of a1a. Beach side has nice guarded beach. Rest facilities usually clean. Ample parking. Easy access.River side has boat/kayak launch. Excellent kayaking and often used by kayak rentals. Short trail on right across bridge with elected viewing platform with limited view of river. Longer trail to left of launch parallels Indian river but with occasional view of river. Good for birding.Manatees often but not always seen. Viewing platform right of launch.Painted buntings not unusual. Killdeer in parking lot. Warbler spring and fall. Black and yellow crow night herons at times.

We visited twice. First time on a recommendation to visit the wildlife area to see manatees. We saw the fishing pier on the island but missed the treehouse. 2nd time visited the beach and the treehouse. Great views but no manatees!!

Arguably my favorite slice of sand in Vero! With both beachside and riverside where there is a playground for kids, Round Island is such a gem! We sometimes get dinner and watch the sunset on the long quiet stretch of beach.

Round Island is a wonderful beach. Located on A1A about five miles south of the Alma Lee Loy Bridge. The riverside of Round Island is good for boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, etc. You may also see manatees from the bridge.

We came to the park to see manatees and were not disappointed...we saw at least 8 - 10 and the park itself is lovely. We didn't have too much time to explore all the trails but this is definitely worth a visit. And it's free!!

Manatee, osprey, dolphins, snakes...they're all here. Definitely do the tower for an awesome view of the river, dolphins, and fishing osprey. And, as other reviewers have already pointed out, the bridge affords a great view of the manatee. Or, bring a kayak and drift among them. Been here many times and never tire of it.