Local Guide
Plan Your Treasure Coast Adventure
Florida’s Treasure Coast stretches along the Atlantic from Sebastian Inlet in the north to Jupiter Inlet in the south, encompassing Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties. The name comes from the Spanish treasure fleets that wrecked along this coastline in 1715 — and the region still feels like a discovery for the millions of Florida visitors who overlook it in favor of Miami or Orlando. The Indian River Lagoon, which runs the full length of the Treasure Coast, is the most biodiverse estuary in North America: 4,300 species of plants and animals, including resident bottlenose dolphin pods, West Indian manatees, sea turtles, and world-class sport fish, all in the same calm, accessible waterway.
Salty’s Water Sports is the Treasure Coast’s largest and most decorated water sports operator, with locations at Fort Pierce (Hutchinson Island), Jensen Beach (Sandpiper Bay), Port St. Lucie, Vero Beach, Stuart, and Sebastian. Whether you’re staying at a resort in Jensen Beach, visiting family in Port St. Lucie, or road-tripping down A1A, Salty’s has a dock within easy reach. Every location offers the same brand-new Sea-Doo GTX jet skis, the same expert guides, and the same 95% dolphin sighting rate — the best on the East Coast of Florida.
The Treasure Coast is genuinely different from South Florida. The water is calmer, cleaner, and less crowded. The wildlife is more abundant. The prices are lower. And the experience — gliding across a glass-smooth lagoon with dolphins surfacing alongside your jet ski — is one of the most memorable things you can do in the state of Florida.
What to Expect
Your Treasure Coast water sports experience begins at whichever Salty’s location is most convenient for you — Fort Pierce (Hutchinson Island), Jensen Beach (Sandpiper Bay), Port St. Lucie, Vero Beach, Stuart, or Sebastian. After a brief safety orientation and — if needed — our quick 15-minute on-site boating license test, you’ll be on the Indian River Lagoon within minutes. Every location offers the same core services: jet ski rentals on brand-new Sea-Doo GTX watercraft, pontoon boat rentals for groups up to 12, guided dolphin tours with a 95% sighting rate, and sunset cruises. Fort Pierce and Jensen Beach additionally offer banana boat rides and kayak/paddleboard rentals.
Great for Families and Groups
The Treasure Coast is the most family-friendly water sports region in Florida. The Indian River Lagoon’s calm, protected water is safe for small children, gentle enough for seniors, and exciting enough for teenagers. Kids as young as 6 can ride as passengers on jet skis with a parent. Life jackets in all sizes — including infant and toddler — are provided at every location.
For the ultimate Treasure Coast family day, start with a guided dolphin tour at Fort Pierce (95% sighting rate, 1.5 hours), then rent a pontoon boat and explore the lagoon’s boat-only accessible sandbars and mangrove islands. Finish the day at Fort Pierce Inlet State Park or South Causeway Beach, both within minutes of Salty’s dock. No boating experience required, no gear to bring — just show up and enjoy.
