Fort Pierce Inlet State Park — Attraction in Orchid Island

🌊🏕️ 905 Shorewinds Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34949 🎟️ Entry: $6 per vehicle | 🫡 Veteran-welcoming | Open daily from 8 AM–sundown 🏕️🌊

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🔥 The Vibe:

This park is a peaceful, adventure-ready slice of Florida paradise, whether you’re fishing off the jetty, paddling calm waters, or floating with the chance of spotting a manatee or dolphin gliding by. From nature lovers to families, surfers to solo strollers — this park delivers for everyone.

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🌞 Pro Tips for a Legendary Visit:

✅ Bring Snacks & Supplies – There are supermarkets and a pharmacy nearby (about 5–7 mins away), so grab your drinks, snacks, sunscreen, and sandwich game before pulling into the park. ✅ Hydrate Like a Pro – The beach area is a short walk from the parking lot, so bring water bottles, coolers, and electrolytes if you’re planning to stay for a few hours — there’s no quick dash for a drink once you’re on the sand. ✅ Beach Cart = Game Changer – If you’re hauling paddle boards, umbrellas, or kids, a collapsible wagon or beach cart will save your shoulders. ✅ Early Bird Gets the Best Spot – Parking near the inlet fills up fast on weekends and holidays — arrive by 9:30 AM if possible. ✅ Sunscreen & Shade – There’s minimal natural shade on the beach. Pop-up tents and wide-brimmed hats are your best friends. ✅ Pack Light, but Smart – Don’t forget: towels, bug spray, goggles/snorkel, and cash or card for entry.

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🌴 Recap of Activities: • Swimming & Sunbathing – Calm, kid-friendly waters • Fishing – Solid action on the jetty (bring bait or buy nearby) • Surfing & Paddleboarding – Rentals available just 10–15 mins away • Hiking – Small but scenic trails through dunes and mangroves • Manatee & Dolphin Spotting – Early mornings and inlets are best • Picnicking – Grills, tables, and golden hour views guaranteed

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💯 Final Verdict:

Fort Pierce Inlet is Florida nature at its finest — quiet, clean, and full of opportunity to unwind or gear up for ocean fun. It’s veteran-friendly, affordable, and convenient if you plan ahead. Don’t just go for the view — go prepared, and you’ll unlock a 10/10 day every time.

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One of the greatest state parks to visit for the purpose of relaxation and inventing your own fun.

Catch the crystal clear water coming in at high tide and snorkel the jetty or catch little greenies in the tide pools. Kids love climbing on the jetty rocks, feeling like distant explorers.

Travel back toward Dynamite point and you'll see families hanging on the playground or the avid fisherman maneuvering their way through the mangroves to catch fish on the bend.

Are there surfers, definitely. Some are still learning how to develop a sense of respect for locals, but for the most part you can't beat the surf culture you'll find here. The break is definitely worth mentioning. Regardless of the size of the bump, it's always been a fun ride.

Early morning dawn patrols can't be beat, with a stunning sunrise and teeming wildlife.

Nice little shower and bathroom setup at boardwalk 1. Plenty of seclusion from the crowds found at boardwalk 3-4.

Park now has an official rental business for paddle boards and bikes. Best money spent if you can book a paddle tour with...

We went to the park yesterday, usually It’s a very nice park it’s quiet it’s quaint and never too crowded. As we paid the six dollars which is full price we were never told about the inconveniences, these are not the worst things that could happen however, we should have been told this before going into the park and paying full price. When you pay full price for something you expect to get all the amenities included in the price and in this particular case one of the amenities which was the bathrooms was closed the other amenity was the shower that’s outside for you to rinse the sand off your feet from having gone to the beach, When we complained about this to the front office or the entrance of the park we were brushed off with very little regard for our concerns, I don’t mind paying six dollars if I get everything that’s included in the price, but I don’t like to be brushed aside like...