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Oslo Riverfront Conservation Area
MapQuest Location Property MapSize:
336 acres.
Location:
Just south of Vero Beach in Indian River County, next to the Florida Entomology Lab east of U.S. 1.
Description:
The conservation area contains mature coastal hammock, flatwoods and impounded estuarine wetlands. It was purchased by the District and Indian River County for conservation. The area has more than two miles of Indian River Lagoon shoreline and includes a lagoon cove known as Crawford Notch. A major goal of the lagoon Surface Water Improvement and Management program is to restore the function of the impounded marshes. Reconnections enhance water quality, habitat and fisheries.
Wildlife viewing:
The local chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society has prepared a plant inventory of the area. Approximately 20 rare plant species have been identified on-site, including Simpson’s stopper, coral-root orchid and whisk fern. The adjacent Indian River Lagoon estuary is part of the Vero Beach-to-Fort Pierce State Aquatic Preserve and has been named an Estuary of National Significance by the federal government. Long-legged wading birds found in the area include egrets, herons, wood storks, white ibises and roseate spoonbills. Mallard ducks, wood ducks, mottled ducks, widgeons and blue- and green-winged teals can be found in freshwater areas.
Recreational activities:
- Fishing, hiking, canoeing, boating, wildlife viewing and picnicking. more info
- A boat launch is located at the end of Oslo Road.
Restrictions: more info
- Motorized vehicles are not permitted.
Access:
On the north side of Oslo Road (9th Street Southeast), east of the South Vero Beach Square Shopping Plaza.
For more information:
Call Indian River County at (772) 589-9223. The area is managed by the county. For additional information, call the District’s Division of Land Management at (386) 329-4404.