East Central Florida

Located 35 miles east of Orlando, Florida's Space Coast has 72 miles of inspiration! It's a beach lover's best kept secret, a naturalist’s paradise and a space fanatic's dream!

For family fun that doesn't break the bank, check out three of "Florida's Ten Best Beaches," as declared by Southern Living, the Kennedy Space Center, Canaveral National Seashore, Astronaut Hall of Fame or the Cocoa Beach Pier – and that’s just getting started.

And there are as many different places to stay as there are things to do. Choose a beachside tropical resort, a convenient family getaway at one of over a dozen campgrounds or an eclectic boutique hotel -- you'll find a variety of options which will guarantee you'll love your stay on Florida's Space Coast. 

In coastal communities a large majority of homes near the coast are waterfront, so most residents living on the water own a boat for fishing or cruising. If you live inland and trailer your boat visit our Boat Launch Sites page for locations. We also have Marina's in most locations, visit our Marinas page for their locations. Our Locations menu has pages with information on the areas in our county and details on how to fish them.

Before You Go Boating

Creating good boating habits when preparing for departure will ensure a fun boating day. Boating is a part of our life here and we all take safety seriously. Before you venture out on the waters in Florida fishing, you should familiarize yourself with our rules & regulations for a safe trip, see our Boating Regulations page for more details.

Boating Checklist

Here is a quick list of actions your should take before departing:

• Make a Float Plan
• Complete the Predeparture Checklist
• Review the Chart or Map of the area you will be visiting
• Check the local Tide Chart
• Check the Weather forecast
• Check your boat equipment?electrical, mechanical, docking lines, life vests, first aid kit
• Check your Fuel level and always have more than you expect to use
• Be sure you have communications equipment onboard ? VHF radio, cell phone
• Be sure you have proper identification for everyone on board and fishing license for each angler
• Bring ample food and especially extra fresh water
• Bring extra clothing and foul weather gear
• Perform a Vessel Safety Check
• Always conduct a predeparture safety meeting and show your guests the location of life vests on your vessel and how to use them. Also show them how to use the VHF radio and where your first aid kit is.
• All children should wear a life vest and the captain should wear one if boating alone.

For More Information:

• Boat Ed is a boating safety education & course website with topics such as knowing your boat, safety equipment, emergency preparedness, etc. You do not have to take the course, just browse this invaluable site.
• FWC Boating Regulations details Florida's rules and regulations
• Florida Boaters Guide published by Boated.com
• Boating Regulations on Florida GoFishing
• Boating Courses on Marine Waypoints
• Boating Knots on Marine Waypoints

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