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Can you see manatees at Apollo Beach?

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Can you see manatees at Apollo Beach?

6990 Dickman Road, Apollo Beach An expansive boardwalk gives visitors a great view of manatees lolling about in the warmth. The manatees share their bathing grounds with skates, rays, and spinner sharks, which get their name from their habit of leaping into the air and doing pirouettes.

Is TECO Manatee Viewing Center Free?

The TECO Manatee Viewing Center is open 10am-5pm daily from November 1 through April 15, except for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Easter, although the wildlife observation tower and habitat trails close at 4 p.m. daily. Admission is completely free! The facility offers free parking and free admission.

Why is the manatee viewing center closed?

It’s been closed since March 2020 because of the pandemic. At 10 a.m. Monday, it will reopen after about 19 months. It’s located right across from the Big Bend Power Plant in Apollo Beach. This time around, there will be safety protocols in place.

Where can I watch manatees in Tampa?

Manatee Viewing Center. Location: 6990 Dickman Rd, Apollo Beach.

  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.
  • Coffee Pot Bayou.
  • Three Sisters Springs.
  • Citrus County Manatee Tours.
  • Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park.
  • Blue Springs State Park.
  • ZooTampa, Bishop Museum of Science and Nature & SeaWorld Orlando.

    • Why is there no swimming at Apollo Beach?

    Currently, the county has no evidence suggesting Apollo Beach is at unique risk for rip currents, Turbiville said. No-swimming signs already are in place because of risks from a nearby boating channel and from rip rap installed to prevent erosion.

    Where can I see manatees in Pinellas County?

    There are a number of sites around Pinellas County where it is possible to see manatees in their natural habitat. There are freshwater springs in Coffee Pot Bayou and in Spring Bayou and Whitcomb Bayou. Manatees are enticed to these areas so they can find supplies of drinking water.

    Do you have to pay at Manatee Viewing Center?

    Hours: Open daily from November 1 – April 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trails close at 4 p.m. We are closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and Easter. Have questions? Call us at 813-228-4289. Tampa Electric is proud to offer free parking and admission to all who visit!

    Is manatee Viewing open?

    Hours: Open daily from November 1 – April 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trails close at 4 p.m. We are closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and Easter. Have questions? Call us at 813-228-4289.

    Where can I see manatees in Tampa for free?

    Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center is a designated manatee sanctuary to which large numbers of manatees in Florida return annually to the warm discharge waters of the Big Bend Power Station. Viewing platforms, tidal walkways, and an environmental education center are located at this 50-acre facility.

    Does Apollo Beach have clear water?

    Beautiful white sand, clear water, plenty of beach area to sunbathe and play, and – most of all – swimming! This “beach” specifically forbids swimming, and it is located next to a power plant.

    Is Apollo Beach actually a beach?

    The Town of Apollo Beach is on the west coast, on Tampa Bay. Apollo Beach The Beach is on the east coast and has no rocks or lifeguards. The Beach is popular with sunbathers, swimmers, fishermen and , yes, nudists around parking lot 5.

    Can you see manatees near Clearwater?

    One great spot to see some majestic wildlife such as manatee is Clearwater, FL. What makes Clearwater a hotspot for spotting manatee is that manatee tours operate there, and also operate all year round.