Florida Tech Botanical Garden – accessible, easy
The over twenty acre botanical garden at Florida Tech in Melbourne is free and open to the public. There are more than 200 palms, bamboos and many other plants amidst winding streams in this lush setting. Michelle Mulak in Florida Today writes that, “The trail has both paved and unpaved sections, with some small bridges and uneven terrain. When dry, this would be suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. When wet, wooden surfaces become slippery, and low-lying sections will flood. Most of the trail is shaded.” Thank you to Bill Blevins for letting us know about the garden. Phone 321-674-803 Virtual Tour Map
Their website Description and Self Guided Tour at plantsmap.com.
1.25 mile Dent Smith Trail. See comment above about the trail when it is wet.