We came here while visiting the area and really enjoyed the learning center!…read more We only stayed for a few hours but there was definitely a lot more to see and do here. We got to see a lot of fish and native Florida wildlife! There were a lot of walking trails, kayak/canoe launches, and tons of information posted around about native Florida habitats! There was also a play area for kids as well. We spent a lot of the time in the aquarium room (and yes it's a room not a super huge space) since it was air conditioned and our daughter really enjoys seeing the fish. They have a touch tank that's open for a few hours throughout the day, but we noticed that if the tank isn't open, there was no staff in the space. The facilities seemed a bit older but overall well maintained. There were summer camps going on while we were there, and felt like they sort of overtook some of the spaces we were in from time to time. Not a super huge deal as we were able to go explore other parts but it did feel somewhat chaotic as a large group of 8 year olds ran into the area. You do have to pay admission, there is a pass available as well if you plan to visit more than once. Parking was not plentiful so be mindful when planing, to come early or during a more "off" time. Overall this was a neat place to go to if you enjoy learning about Florida wildlife and nature.

Stopped into the Environmental Learning Center on a whim after driving past it many times, and now…read moreI'm wondering why I waited so long. This place is one of those hidden little Treasure Coast gems that almost hides in plain sight. The boardwalk trails through the mangroves were peaceful, scenic, and surprisingly immersive. Every turn felt like a mini nature documentary. Within a short walk I spotted a ribbon snake cruising through the water, an orb-weaver spider that looked like it came straight out of a sci-fi movie, and plenty of birds and wildlife along the way. Bring a camera because you'll use it. Bonus points for the rare opportunity to admire a spider web without immediately walking face first into it. The grounds are well maintained, educational without feeling overly touristy, and just plain relaxing. There's a nice balance between nature preserve, learning experience, and quiet escape from the everyday rush. Also appreciated that you can spend 30 minutes here or easily lose a couple of hours wandering the trails and slowing your brain down a notch. We didn't try the kayak rental this time but made a mental note for the future. If you live in or visit Vero Beach and enjoy nature, photography, kayaking, wildlife, or just finding peaceful spots that don't involve crowds and traffic, this place is absolutely worth a stop.

Captain John is amazing and you'll have the best time out on his airboat tour! He assured us that…read morewe would see a lot of alligators and we certainly did.... More than 40!!! You will not get wet at all. No one will get seasick. It's definitely fun to do with a group! Fun facts and fun photos. Definitely go.

My wife and I had an amazing adventure and experience! Captain John was a wonderful host. He was…read moreextremely knowledgeable about all of the flora and fauna found in the Blue Cyprus Conservation Area. The booking process for the tour was super easy thru their website. It's definitely a must-see when visiting the Treasure Coast. Thank you, Captain John and Marsh Beast Airboat tours.

A+ Excellent business and customer service from Scott at Shark Bait Rentals…read more Came home for the holiday weekend and last minute had the urge to get some paddle boards to head out and take advantage of the clear waters just off the coast to the boiler shipwreck near Waldo's. Scott, even though short handed without hesitation, had two paddle boards, vests, and paddles available within an hour of the phone call. Very pleasant to speak with over the phone and easily coordinated all aspects of the rental process. Will definitely be using Shark Bait again for any rental needs beach side and will recommend to all family, friends, and visitors.

I've had good experiences with Sharkbait so this isn't what I wanted to do but…read more.. I've rented from them before and it went great. I've rented from them and not been able to make it to the beach and I was still charged in full. I didn't like it but didn't make a deal of it. For April 11 2023 I rented a fly and 3 chairs ($67). The weather wasn't great but I had company in town so we went to the beach. Sharkbait was a no-show. We walked to the Costa de Esta and explained the situation and they gave us three beach chairs for nothing. Very nice. When I got home I wrote to SB asking for my refund. No answer. I wrote again. No response. And then again. No response. I did tell him that if I didn't hear from him I would write this review for every social media site and then go to the BBB. So here I am. I hate so much to do this - I understand keeping my money when I can't be there but to keep my money when they aren't there? That is dishonest.

We had a great afternoon on the water! We enjoyed coasting through the mangrove trees and watching…read morethe crabs. Unfortunately there were a few couples on the tour that did not do a good job of maneuvering the kayak even with practice so that was aggravating but it does not take away from the guides and the scenery around us.

Great tour of the mangroves! I learned a lot about the mangroves and ecology. Definitely would go…read moreagain.

Terrific experience!! Saw at least 10 pairs of dolphins in the river to the north. Will come back…read moreagain and again!

Had a great time taking some jet skis out with propel. The jet skis are always clean, include blue…read moretooth speakers so you can blast your fav music as you coast down the river, and include a cooler on the back for drinks and snacks! Also have a navigation gps system so you can track where you are around the chanel. Have rented a few times from propel and always have a positive experience! Safety has never been a concern with this company - highly recommend!!

This is a very pretty one acre park located in Sebastian Florida north of County Road 510 off…read moreCounty Road 512. The canoe launch is located on Canoe Launch Cove. Park amenities include a canoe launch onto the South Prong of the Sebastian River, a pavilion, 3 picnic tables and paved parking. There isn't any rental concessions so you have to bring your own canoe or kayak. There also are no restrooms or water. The Sebastian River is protected waterway. On the river you may see alligators, manatees, native birds, and fish. From the launch you can paddle north to Donald MacDonald Park, Dale Wimbrow, or to the Indian River Lagoon. these trips average three to four hours. I didn't have a boat with me but I would love to paddle this river someday. Instead I hiked the Ansin Riverfront Conservation Area which shares a parking lot with Canoe Launch Park. I love how natural Florida was preserved in this area to protect the health of the river and the plants and animals that live here. Today you can still travel the waterways the way the first native Floridians did.

We had a wonderful time. The saw alot of dolphins, a manatee and several different birds…read more Lots of littke islands to explore. I highly recommend renting from here.

This was our second experience with this business, and both occasions were worth every penny. I…read morelive right in the area and have rented boats at other places, but this is where I go from now on. Sebastian Watercraft Rentals is at a great location with plenty of parking, and there is great dining right next to it. And the best thing? There are no surprises. There are no extra fees, and the fuel is included. What you pay before you leave is all that you have to pay. We will be back.

Overall Rating: 4.7 Atmosphere: 4.5 | Service: 5.0 | Food:…read moreN/A | Equipment: 4.5 | Price Per Smile: 5.0 What a wonderful day out on the waters of Sebastian Inlet and the Indian River. Arrived as a walk in and the team got me signed up, schooled on jetski use, and off onto the water efficiently. Jetski was new with lots of power and cool features. Will return here to rent boats again.

Automatic 5 stars just cause I was an idiot and beached my jetski on a sandbar and two gals came…read moreout and helped me drag it to deeper water. Derp! I should have seen from the lighter coloration of the water there even with my non-prescription sunglasses so water splashed. Somehow I thought a sandbar couldn't extend so far, nearby fishermen only up to their knees be damned. The sandbar was way wide and there was just no dragging it to deep enough water with my skinny arms. And gunning the motor is useless if it's not submerged in water. I was a jetski novice, obviously, and don't know jack about it but now at least a little more than what I did. The jetskis here top out around 45 mph though just for an instant I did hit 47. Midafternoon isn't the best choice I learned as the Indian River tends to be choppier than in the morning. This didn't bother me much on the way out as I was going with the current but the waves will be rougher on you against the current. And they seemed even rougher still after my sandbar humiliation. I actually found that the ride is the roughest around 30 mph or so and if you come closer to topping it out up in the 40 mphs you'll get a smoother ride. At least if you're going in the same direction as the waves or that was my experience anyway. I rode about 6 miles from the docks and even got to check out a private little island in the river taking a little dip to cool off since I was pretty wet anyway. You might think that's where I beached my jetski but you'd be wrong. Too easy. I got a gnarly bit of sunburn on my normally pasty skin though I've had worse. I did apply sunscreen but only up to my t-shirt line and then opted to go shirtless as they give you a vest anyway. Mistake number two. My upper arms and shoulders were red as a lobster and peeled for days. I also wasn't liberal enough with the sunscreen on the backs of my hands. I had some peeling there as well. The way out was pretty exhilarating and the way back was a trail of tears so learn from my rookie mistakes if you can. I don't know if I'll do this again but I was glad to cross it off the bucket list.