Boating
Water is the main attraction in Indian River County and the catalyst for two of its biggest sports: boating and fishing.
Charters, Rentals
The miles of calm waters, protected from the Atlantic Ocean by the barrier islands, provide residents and tourists with many types of boating opportunities. If you don't own a boat, deep sea fishing boats can be chartered along the Indian River County coastline. Leisure cruises operate out of both Vero Beach and Sebastian. And for those who like airboating, Stick Marsh in the northwest corner of Indian River County provides just the opportunity. Canoes and kayaks can also be rented from various places including areas around the Sebastian Inlet Park.
If you have a boat and it is not moored at a marina, there are places in Indian River County that provide free launching ramps and parking spaces:
Riverside Park, MacWilliam Park, East Oslo Road, Round Island Park, Sebastian Yacht Club on Indian River Drive, Dale Wimbrow Park, Donald MacDonald Park, Wabasso Causeway, Fellsmere Grade, Blue Cypress Lake (Route 60 west of Vero Beach), and St. Johns Marsh - Barney Green (CR 512 west to Fellsmere).
If you are new to boating and have not launched a boat before, the State of Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission/Boating has put together tips on boat launching and other safety information.
Public Marinas
The City of Vero Beach has a public marina. Call (772) 231-2819, or link to the site for more information (City of Vero Beach Marina). There are restaurants along the Indian River in Vero Beach and Sebastian that also provide mooring facilities.
Boating Safety & Registration
Local waters are patrolled by the Indian River County Sheriff's Department and the Florida Marine Patrol. Both the Vero Beach Coast Guard Auxiliary and the U.S. Power Squadron teach courses on boating safety and give basic information to safely navigate the waters off Indian River County. The State of Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission also offers an online Florida Boating Safety Course for obtaining certification. For additional information on boats and boating, visit Florida Vessel Owners: The Facts and Boating Registration & Titles both developed by the State of Florida Dept. of Motor Vehicles.
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Sebastian, FL 32958
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Toll-Free: 888 755-6161
Phone: 772 589-6161
River Queen Cruises is a family oriented business offering daily ecology tours. They sail the shallow waters of the Indian River Lagoon and the Sebastian River. The River Queen is a USCG approved 42' triple pontoon boat that sails year-round out of Captain Hiram's Restaurant & Marina. It is completely enclosable for inclement weather and is handicapped accessible. Restroom facilities are on board and snacks and cold drinks are available.
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Cell: 772-633-0987
Christy, who has lived in Indian River County all her life, still discovers something new on every tour. “You never know what you’ll see,” she says, “but Mother Nature will always surprise and delight you. You’ll enjoy Beautiful Tropical Foliage, Flowers, Birds, and other Wildlife. Dolphins are a sure bet! Often we’ll see Manatees and sometimes Alligators!
