Yes, yes, no one likes looking at the big, ugly TECO smokestacks. They are truly the eyesores of Apollo Beach, an otherwise fantastic community. But after living here a while, you get desensitized. Here's hoping one day everything is solar, right? Meanwhile & that being said, if you can get over the optics of the factory itself, this is a great place to view the manatees in the winter. I'm not talking about just one or two manatees; on a cool day in the winter, you could see dozens. The warm waters around the plant provide a cozy, warm spot for the manatees to gather...one perk of the plant. This viewing area is lots of fun for adults and children alike!