This marina/shipyard is excellent. The staff is very helpful and attentive. I would recommend this…read morebusiness to anyone needing to store a boat.

My most recent visits found that they no longer rent small motor boats which was a big draw for me…read more This from my perspective a lower rating. Still can get canoes and kayaks. They also installed a new electric gate so you must obtain a code to enter. A little of the old time free spirited Florida fish camp vibe has diminished.

Castaway Point Park is a small park sitting on a peninsula between the Indian River Lagoon and the…read moremouth of Turkey Creek. While it may not be as big as some of the other area parks it has been recently renovated and the location makes this a standout spot for water based recreational activities. This park was also a favorite spot of the Native Americans and early settlers who once lived here. Recent improvements to the park include hardening of the shoreline with rocks, new north observation pier, a new boardwalk connecting the north and south pier, and new decking for the south observation pier. Other park amenities include a concrete walkway, fishing piers with fish cleaning stations, benches, pavilions which can be rented, picnic tables, grills, kayak/canoe launch, and restrooms. This park has one of the only natural beaches on the Indian River Lagoon. Many people visit this park to fish from the piers and beach. I loved it for the stunning river view and the diverse bird life it attracts. I saw anhinga, great blue herons, and egrets. If you are lucky you may even spot a manatee or dolphin. I recommend coming here for an amazing sunset view.

Castaway Point Park is a small park located at the end of a quiet street just off of a main street…read morein Palm Bay, Florida. It really is a cool park and provided a great spot to take a conference call and enjoy a peaceful water view. There were people wading in the water and others, like myself, were chilling and just enjoying the view. Again, it is not a large park, but Castaway Point Park seems to be a hidden gem in Palm Bay. This in itself is a good thing as it is always amazing to find these little known places in the course of my travels. They had a building housing rest rooms and the park itself was well maintained. I truly enjoyed my time here at Castaway Point Park and I will definitely return to this cool park when I am in the area. I would definitely recommend Castaway Point Park and I give it five stars.

What an amazing experience!! He was so nice and knew what he was doing. He was amazing with my 12…read moreyear old daughter. Teaching her how to bate crabs. Would totally recommend!!! 10 stars. P.s. Will be booking again

We had an amazing fishing trip last weekend here in Florida. Captain Shane was incredibly…read morepersonable and made the whole experience enjoyable from start to finish. He took us to a fantastic spot where the fish were biting nonstop--we caught lane snapper, bluefish, and Spanish mackerel, more than we could even eat! It was a beautiful day on the water and an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend!

The Melbourne Beach Pier is steeped in history. Located in Ryckman Park, the pier was built between…read more1888 and 1889 by the Indian River and Atlantic Railway Company. It was constructed from wood planks and pilings as was common in the late 1800's. The pier is the oldest known example of such piers on the Indian River. After the pier was built it served as a crucial transportation link moving tourists, residents, freight, and mail between the mainland and the barrier island. A railroad was laid from the ferry landing on the dock and across the barrier island 7/10 of a mile to the ocean beach. This provided access to the Atlantic Ocean by a pushcart and later by a motorized car. A ferry service was operated by the Beaujean family between 1889 and 1923. The railroad provided access to the island and excursion boats from the mainland communities brought winter tourists to dock at the pier. The community's first post office was located at the east end of the pier and provided the daily mail service in 1894. The building of the toll bridge between Melbourne and Indialantic in 1921 ended the pier's importance for island access. On April 12, 1984, the pier was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. In 1985 a restoration project supported by local citizens and state programs helped to preserve this iconic Melbourne Beach structure. Today the pier offers a panoramic view of the Indian River and is ideal for fishing, relaxation, and sunset strolls. I enjoyed my walk back in time down this historic pier, and best of all unlike many piers there is no charge to enjoy it.

Located in a really beautiful community, really clean, sunrise and sunset are beautiful and Ocean…read moreAvenue is right at opposite end of the street to surf or just go to the beach. Parking is free all around until 8:00 AM, but plenty of spaces and pay stations where you can pay with card. If you're taking a kid or anyone fishing for the first time and you want to GUARANTEE a bite, go to Black Dog Bait and Tackle like 5 minutes away, get one or two dozen live shrimp with a bubbler bucket and cast off any corner of this pier. I will say that the only thing that bit was catfish NONSTOP. They put up a fun fight and they come in all sizes and they rarely swallow the hook, but once you catch a couple, I suggest going to the beach or finishing up your bait at Geiger Point at Kiwani's Park. You'll have a better shot of catching some little snappers and drums (which you can't keep any size in this area). Super beautiful spot though for a kid's first time out.

Fisherman's Landing Park is a 7.48 acre park on the Indian River. While it is the perfect spot for…read morefishing or a picnic, this is also a great spot to delve into local history. Fisherman's Landing Park is home to the Bensen Historical House, a cracker style house which was the first house built in the area in 1916. The house is now owned by the Grant Historical Society and you can tour for free when it is opened by the volunteers. The park also has a historic railroad station, known as Grant Station, which was built in Grant, Florida following the arrival of the first train in November 1893. Both Grant and Valkaria were designated stops along the Florida East Coast Railway, circa 1912. This Florida East Coast Railway station at Grant (building no. 378) was preserved by the Grant Historical Society. Although it is not restored it was still a great find. Fisherman's Landing Park also has a fishing pier, picnic tables, barbecue grills, paved walkways, and restrooms. I had a wonderful visit watching the birds fly over the Indian River Lagoon and learning more about the early pioneers who influenced Grant-Valkaria.

Captain Mike was amazing, we had about 6 dozen shiners and caught about 50 fish…read more10/10 recommend

My husband, grandson and daughter's boyfriend went on a trip with Captain Mike Arnold's. They had a…read moregreat time, caught big bass and thoroughly enjoyed their trip! They will be back!

We have fished with Capt Terry 3 times so far. And we have always caught many and great fish. He…read moreknows where the fish are and he gets us out to them first. My wife got me started for my birthday. Back then it was $600. and I told her we were not spending $600 to catch a couple of fish. Well, We went with my wife, her sister and a friend. Wow, we started catching king fish, cobia, red snapper and finally mahi-mahi. That my friend was our turning point. When we got home, I sold my 26' boat, my poontoon boat and my jeep that pulled them. Since then, it has only charter fishing. Capt. Terry and usually John are the best. We are going out again this coming friday. So, if you want the best...THE BIG EASY is for you. Rick/Fran

Myself and four buddies fished with Captain Terry and first mate John on the Big Easy in early…read moreJune. Both captain and mate did a great job of putting us on fish as well as making sure we got them to the boat! We did a full day, departed at 5.30am and back to the dock for 2.30pm. During the day, we had a nice mix of bottom fishing as well as trolling. Captain Terry was good about accommodating our request to do a bit more trolling than normal. John, the mate was on point all day long and was friendly and helpful with lots of tips and info. By days end we caught a 25# grouper, 60# AJ, 5 Mahi between 10#-20#, along with some other good eating fish mixed in. All five of us had a great time, and we will certainly be back in the near future. Thanks Big Easy!

In March of 2024 Brevard County Commissioners renamed Coconut Point Park Val M. Steele Park in…read morerecognition of his lifelong dedication to public service and community improvement. Steele served a total of four years as Melbourne Beach Council Member, town commissioner, and later as the mayor of Melbourne Beach. Some if his accomplishments included moving the main county courthouse to Viera, the building of the Spessard Holland Golf Course, and the creation of the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge. He volunteered on the St. Johns Water Management District Board during which he was instrumental in protecting and restoring hundreds of thousands of acres of marshland. He contributed to the economic growth of Brevard as a director of the Bank of Brevard, Atlantic Bank, American Bank of the South, American Mortgage Corporation and Holmes Regional Hospital. Steele passed away on October 12, 2020, at the age of 79. Val M. Steele Park is a 36.9 acre beach park located within the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge complex. I love that the parking is free. It is a popular spot for surfing, beachcombing, and fishing. Park amenities include a picnic shelter, restrooms, and outside showers. One of the two dune crossovers is wheelchair accessible. If you are looing for a beach day, it doesn't get much better than this. This beach park is also a stop on the Great Florida Birding Trail. The primary habitats here are beach dune and coastal strand. Shorebirds on the beach include Black-bellied Plovers, Ruddy Turnstone, Sanderling, Red Knots, Northern Gannets, Bonaparte's Gulls and Great Black-backed Gulls in fall and winter. From late summer through winter look for Magnificent Frigatebirds, and Parasitic and Pomarine Jaegers. In the surf are Common Loons and Lesser Scaup. In addition to the birds this beach area is also an important sea turtle nesting site preserve from spring to fall.

Great covered bbq area with tables. Little beach area so bring a chair and relax for a while too.read more

The filet sliders are a must get!!!! The most tender steak I have ever had. Buttery and garlicky…read moredelicious. The blueberry lemonade cocktail was also worth the money! Calamari is tasty. Dinner rolls are delicious. Also the blackberry cheesecake was very good. Our waiter Evan treated us well and made my birthday special!!! thanks Evan!

The boathouse is a staple any time coming to Disney or the area. The bread is to die for and I…read morecould eat just that. However then you order you meal and always it is top notch as they do things the right way. On top of that I have gotten lucky and had an amazing server in Brynli multiple times she is Great and has an A + personality. I will ask for her every time moving forward!! Coke to the boathouse and enjoy a good meal and ask for Brynli for amazing service !