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Round Island Beach Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 932 Google reviews · Running trail in Vero Beach, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Round Island Beach Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Park with picnic pavilions, a playground & walking trails, plus beach access, showers & restrooms.
What runners say about Round Island Beach Park
“The beach was beautiful, clean, and perfect for spending a relaxing day with the family.”
“There are two loops, the one on the right has the look out tower and is beautiful but short.”
“There is plenty to see, the atmosphere is peaceful, and the natural beauty is outstanding.”
This park has water access on both the ocean and river sides of the barrier island. On the ocean side their is a restroom, water fountains, picnic shelters with tables and roofs. and a play ground for kids. The ocean beach has a life guard shelter and a wide sand beach.
Stopped at the Round Island Beach park yesterday. It was very clean. Parking was super easy. Beach area is really wide and there are plenty of shells for those looking for some. Closest place to eat is a few miles away. So you better pack your own snacks and beverages. There were lots of people fishing.
Nice place for a little walk. We saw a couple manatees, some forested areas, some mangroves, climbed an observation tower to view inter coastal waters. Beautiful spot that I’ll visit again.
There are two loops, the one on the right has the look out tower and is beautiful but short. The one on the left is long but less exciting. Both worth doing but not necessarily repeating.
Trail conditions & character
“We saw a couple manatees, some forested areas, some mangroves, climbed an observation tower to view inter coastal waters.”
“Parking lot is tight for larger vehicles but parking and facilities are free.”
“There is plenty to see, the atmosphere is peaceful, and the natural beauty is outstanding.”
“On the ocean side their is a restroom, water fountains, picnic shelters with tables and roofs.”
“Great place riverside has boardwalk and a great kayak launch.”
“On the ocean side their is a restroom, water fountains, picnic shelters with tables and roofs.”
Plan your run at Round Island Beach Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteindianriver.gov
- Phone(772) 268-5978
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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