PARKS ARE GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH

Active users of public parks have a lower body mass index People who visit parks for longer periods of time (one hour or more) have significantly lower systolic blood pressures Park users who are more physically active and who make frequent contact with friends during their leisure are less likely to report feeling depressed Citizens who have better access to parks, visit parks more frequently, and engage in physically-active park behaviors also make fewer visits to their doctor

Park Open Hours

Unless designated otherwise, Brevard County Parks open after 7:00 a.m. and close at dark. Parks with Community Centers and Athletic Facilities are open after dark for scheduled activities. Operating hours for Community Centers and Nature Centers may be obtained by contacting the specific facility. Boat Ramps are open 24 hours a day.