Main Page - Sebastian Inlet State Park

This is an aerial photo of Sebastian Inlet including the surrounding State Park.

Manager's Message

In lieu of providing the tide table on our web page, we are providing the following site that will have more information (also go to this site if you would like to see the webcam with a current view of the inlet) that may be more useful to our web site visitors: http://www.sebastianinletcam.com/

All of us here at the Park would like to wish all of you a SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY!

Please try to be considerate of others that use the jetty. Please make sure to throw all your trash in the trash barrels provided and place all your excess and old line into the recycle bin provided.

NEW - Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet State Park Concert Series – Please see the Scheduled Events below for scheduled concerts.

Please use extra care when boating and be thoughtful to other boaters.

Whether you want to fish, surf or have a picnic, come to the inlet and enjoy the water and scenery along the shore or just relax and enjoy the day. The lifeguard program has now been discontinued for the season. Please keep an eye on children and poor swimmers at all times. Have a safe and enjoyable visit with us.

THE INLET MARINA IS NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS! Please stop by to welcome our new service providers at the marina – located approximately 1 mile north of the Sebastian Inlet bridge. I would also like to take this opportunity to invite you to come and see the new food concession and gift shop which are open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The bait and tackle shop will remain open except for Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

The McLarty Museum and the Sebastian Inlet Fishing Museum in the park are open 7 days per week from 10:00 am -4:00 pm.

FLORIDA FISHING LICENSE NOW REQUIRED TO FISH FROM SHORE – Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announcement – Effective August 1, 2009 the State of Florida will require a saltwater shoreline fishing license for resident saltwater anglers who fish from the shore or a structure affixed to the shore. Those residents who possess a regular saltwater Florida fishing license that covers fishing from vessels and shore will not be affected. Non-Florida-residents must purchase fishing licenses. For more information go on-line to www.MyFWC.com or call (850) 487-0554.

INTERPRETIVE PROGRAM SCHEDULE: Saturday, November 21 – Cast Net Class – Learn “How to” make, repair and throw a cast net; Saturday, November 28 – Fishing through the seasons at Sebastian Inlet PowerPoint Program – Learn how, where and when to catch fish at Sebastian Inlet.

All interpretive programs meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum at 1 PM. The Sebastian Fishing Museum is located on the south side of Sebastian Inlet State Park. All interpretive programs are free but normal park entry fees apply. For more information www.floridastateparks.org/sebastianinlet/default.asp or call 321-984-4852 or 772-589-9659.

SCHEDULED EVENTS: November 21, 6 PM – Star Party hosted by the Indian River Astronomical Society, at the Day Use Area, located ½ mile south of the Sebastian Inlet bridge, on the east side of A1A. Powerful telescopes provided or bring your own. Note* Weather and clouds permitting; November 28, 7 to 9 PM – Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet Concert Series with Atlantic Bluegrass – Come in enjoy some pickin’ and a grinnin’ with some good bluegrass music. The concert will be at the pavilions on Coconut Point, located on the south side of Sebastian Inlet, over looking the water. The concert is free, normal park entrance fees apply. www.myspace.com/atlanticbluegrass;

For more information on any of the scheduled events or interpretive programs please call 321-984-4852.

- Terry Coulliette, Park Manager

Welcome to Sebastian Inlet State Park

The premier saltwater fishing spot on Florida's east coast, this park is a favorite for anglers nationwide for catching snook, redfish, bluefish, and Spanish mackerel from its jetties. Surfing is also a popular recreation and several major competitions are held here every year. Two museums provide a history of the area. The McLarty Treasure Museum features the history of the 1715 Spanish treasure fleet; the Sebastian Fishing Museum tells the history of the area's fishing industry. Three miles of beautiful beaches provide opportunities for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, shelling, and sunbathing. Canoeing and kayaking in the Indian River Lagoon are also favorite pastimes. Visitors can relax with a stroll down the mile-long Hammock Trail. Waterfront pavilions and picnic areas are great for family outings. Full-facility campsites and a boat ramp are available. Located on State Road A1A 15 miles south of Melbourne Beach.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Sebastian Inlet State Park, please call 321-984-4852.

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Hours of Operation

The park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The Sebastian Fishing Museum and McLarty Museum are open 7 days a week from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Driving Directions

From Indian River County: From Interstate 95, take the Fellsmere/Sebastian exit and go east (towards Sebastian) on County Road 512. After a short distance, turn right on County Road 510. This road will intersect with U.S. Highway 1. Continue east, over the Indian River, to State Road A1A. Turn left (north) and go 7 miles on State Road A1A, you will have arrived at Sebastian Inlet.From Brevard County: From Interstate 95, take the U.S. 192 exit and go east until you reach State Road A1A in Indialantic. Turn right (south) on State Road A1A and go 18 miles to get to Sebastian Inlet.