Ranked by boaters as the safest inlet on floridas east coast, the fort pierce inlet is a short distance from the atlantic ocean to the indian river lagoon. See preface for further info she gained much of her information from a book called a pictorial history of st. Fort pierce inlet state park, a 340acre part of the florida state park system, is located just north of the fort pierce inlet, on north hutchinson island, near fort pierce. Mar 10, 2014 whether it was homesteaders and dragoons or cowboys and indians, they all clashed in the wild east of early fort pierce. The military acquired the site during world war ii for the navy to create a training facility. A natural inlet through the barrier island into the indian river lagoon created the perfect location for two seminole war forts. The fort pierce naval amphibious training base was a 19,280. Fort pierce history buffs and book lovers will enjoy a feast of the senses during the the treasure coast history festival in downtown fort pierce on saturday, jan. The city of fort pierce facebook page is intended to provide news, information, events and services in the city of fort pierce. If youd like to find things to do in the area, you might want to stop in and see fort pierce city marina and fort pierce farmers market. Save on popular hotels near fort pierce inlet state park, vero beach. Lucie inlet to sebastian inlet along the atlantic coast of. Deep and wellmarked, with jetties on both sides, its a welcome sight after a long cruise.
About fort pierce beef, citrus and vegetables from nearby ranching and farming areas find a market in fort pierce, which developed on the site of a u. Last spring high tide at fort pierce inlet was on thu 07 may height. Lucie countys historic hutchinson island, the fort pierce inlet marina includes 39 boat slips w deepwater access, beautiful apartment accommodations and walking distance to shopping and other amenities. Saint lucie county regional history center and saint lucie county aquarium are 3 minutes drive from the property. Cobb general store, right across from the city marina in fort pierce, was founded in 1896. Nestled between the future site of an amtrak railway station and the indian river waterfront, historic downtown fort pierce provides guests a scenic area that includes a library, marina, shopping area, art museum and a beautifully restored 1923 sunrise theatre. A portion of the park that includes the waters of the indian river lies within the ft. Theres so much to see, and the most convenient way to see it all is to book an rv in fort pierce. Rodeway inn fort pierce us highway 1 hotel book now. Fort pierce city marina slip, dock, mooring reservations. See more ideas about florida, treasure coast and lakewood park.
May 08, 2017 things to do in fort pierce fort pierce has made the most of its location on the indian river lagoon. Visitors are expected to maintain distances of at least six feet apart and limit group size to ten or fewer people. This fort pierce hotel is near indian river community college and fort pierce inlet state park. Many visitors recommend a trip to this location, so dont wait any longer. A1a good fishing locations fresh water miscellaneous info. Its time to indulge yourself expedia can help you land a great deal on accommodation. Later, the area became a county park and has been popular with surfers ever since. Lucie, but still a little dicey for someone unfamiliar. Pierce first came into existence in 1920 when a manmade opening, the ft. Take advantage of the sunshine and explore fort pierce inlet state park or one of the nearby beaches. Fort pierce inlet state park jack island access only is open for day use, 8 a. Restroom availability may be limited, all other park facilities are closed. Treasure coast development ocean resorts coop history. Fort pierce inlet state park florida department of.
The fort pierce aquarium officially dubbed the smithsonian marine station is a fun and cheap way to spend time with the family while learning about florida ecosystems. Lucie county became the port authority in 1918 and a continuum of legislation has named the county as the authority since that time. The city of fort pierce is located on the indian river lagoon, a salt water estuary that is home to an amazing assortment of wildlife. A flight from offshore through the inlet, west to the turning basin, then south to near city marina and back out the inlet again. Today it boasts it has 500 varieties of beer plus an array of. Army post established in 1838 as a defense against the seminoles. This status allows a city to designate landmarks and. The city is part of the treasure coast region of atlantic coast florida. The inlet and surrounding indian river lagoon provide easy access to the atlantic, many spoil islands for day trips, bbqs, divingsnorkeling, kayaking and world class fishing. Access to the park is from state road a1a on the southern tip of north hutchinson island. The predicted tide times today on tuesday 12 may 2020 for fort pierce inlet are. Fort pierce inlet state park, fort pierce, florida.
The park offers a serene setting along the shores of the fort pierce inlet, allowing for. Fort pierce inlet state park, a florida state park located. Fort pierce is a city in and the county seat of st. The city has signed up as a certified local government, a program thats administered jointly through the national park service and the florida. Our bright hotel is situated between i95 and floridas turnpike, minutes from shopping, dining, fishing, and more. Lucie county, by kyle vanlandingham, a fort pierce native, and charles mileys 1970s column called mileys memos, that appeared in the ft pierce news tribune. Restaurants near fort pierce inlet state park, fort pierce on tripadvisor. Free admission at the fort pierce aquarium dad the mom. The fort pierce inlet has been labeled the best all weather inlet on the east coast.
The history of the lincoln park neighborhood as told through the lens of its most famous resident, author zora neale, and the florida highwaymen, 26 african american fort pierce artists whose colorful paintings of florida landscapes were sold from the trunks of their cars during the 1960s through the 1980s for very little money and now sell for tens of thousands of dollars. It is situated on the indian river a lagoon connected to the atlantic ocean by inlets, about 55 miles 90 km north of west palm beach. Couples in particular like the location they rated it 8. Lucie county that all county records shall be open for personal inspection, examination and or copying. The indian river inlet was a natural, albeit unreliable inlet. Fort pierce trip planner your personalized fort pierce. When this inlet closed in the early 1900s, a manmade inlet was cut at its present location in ft. A coast guard station and several marinas just inside the inlet can provide advice in rough weather. Find cheap deals and discount rates among them that best fit your budget. This is an excellent book for one who seeks to know the fort pierce of the past. Ft pierce inlet state park, 905 shorewinds drive, fort pierce. Pierce brother of president franklin pierce, who commanded a detachment. As this fort pierce is now only one of memory and is buried under progress, it is a great source for memories, for reminiscence, and for historical research. Zora neale hurston, author best known for the novel their eyes were.
Shop near our hotel in historic downtown fort pierce, saturdays green market, or go a little further to some great outlet shopping. A saturday farmers market is offered downtown, 101 melody ln. Fort pierce inlet state park is located on the north side of fort pierce inlet in st lucie county see vicinity map. Both sources being available at the st lucie county historical museum. Fort pierce inlet state park fort pierce, florida state. Fort pierce is a familyfriendly city well known for its waterfront location and restaurants. There is an anchorage to the north of the inlet off the icw and to the south on the backside of causeway island.
Pierce inlet, was cut through the land barrier between the atlantic ocean and the indian river lagoon. It was 22 years ago this month on a windswept afternoon at fort pierce inlet that craig carson of orlando made sportfishing history when he landed the heaviest spotted seatrout on record. History and hometown merge in historic downtown district. Situated on the treasure coast, named after the famed sinking of a spanish treasure fleet in 1715, fort pierce is one of the oldest communities on the east coast of florida. Moonswiners barbq, 3900 okeechobee road, fort pierce.
Its a good place to book a hotel if youre on a road trip. Our city marina has been restored and enhanced and is now protected by a unique waterfront island protection and water cleaning system. This town is part of what is known as the treasure coast, which is the land that stretches from st. The city, located along the indian river, established in 1837 as a fort during the seminole wars, and named for commander lt. The tide charts below show the height, time and date of high and low tides for the next 30 days. About fort pierce fort pierce, fl official website. Privacy policy terms of service support 2020 shelter island mapping company, llc terms of service support 2020 shelter island mapping company, llc. It consists of beaches, dunes and a coastal hammock between the atlantic ocean and the waters of tucker cove, an indentation of the indian river lagoon. A short drive from historic downtown fort pierce, florida and the citys marina, this hotel offers a free hot breakfast every morning and modern guestrooms with free highspeed internet access. Native trees, flowers and colorful birds can be seen along indian river drive, which. Pierce inlet fort pierce inlet was historically a meandering natural passage from the indian river to the atlantic ocean in st. The fort was reached from the ocean through the old indian river inlet, a natural waterway located just northeast of jack island. Fort pierce inlet fort pierce florida photo d ramey logan.
Jul 09, 2017 crystal clear ocean and the fort pierce inlet. Royal inn beach hotel hutchinson island, 222 hernando. Most written communications to or from county officials regarding county business are public records available to the public and media upon request. Edwin binney, the inventor of crayola crayons, also led the effort for initial dredging of the fort. Feb 11, 2020 the city of fort pierce has a dynamic, historic district tucked away from the traffic of us highway 1. Located in fort pierce, within a 10minute walk of fort. Lucie county, by kyle vanlandingham, a fort pierce native, and charles mileys 1970s column called mileys. On north a1a, approximately 2 miles north of the ft. It is also known as the sunrise city, sister to san francisco, california, the sunset city. Message from the mayor fort pierce, fl official website. A sediment analysis report of the fort pierce inlet i found had a description of this area a preceding natural inlet also known as indian river inlet existed approximately 2.
Top 10 hotels closest to fort pierce inlet state park in vero. The results are in, and fort pierce 5star hotels are the place to be when you book your next vacation. Sep 24, 2003 fort pierce celebrates a rich and colorful history. It consists of beaches, dunes and a coastal hammock between the atlantic ocean and the waters of tucker cove, an indentation of. The development of the deepwater port of fort pierce started with the dredging in 1921 of a channel and an artificial inlet through the land barrier separating the atlantic ocean from indian river east of the town of fort pierce, florida.
A microwave, refrigerator, and sink are provided in all rooms at this fort pierce. Located in the fort pierce inlet, this south florida hotel has a private beach. Motel 6 fort pierce is located near shopping and dining. Explore the area at fort pierce inlet state park, lawnwood skate park, and fort pierce beaches. For the best of area surf fishing, head to the fort pierce inlet state park. During wwii, the navy used the inlet and the surrounding land to train their landing craft crews. Lucie county and was known as the indian river inlet. After the civil war, the reuben carlton family moved their cattle to the areas free range. Legendary locals of fort pierce by jean ellen wilson. Benjamin pierce, is an idyllic place to live and play. Fort pierce celebrates a rich and colorful history. The fort 183842, built during the seminole wars, was named for lieutenant colonel benjamin k. Centrally located within easy access of floridas turnpike and interstate 95, the rodeway inn hotel is just three miles from fort pierce inlet state park. Visit navy seal museum 11 miles, fort pierce inlet state park 10 miles and hutchinson island 16 miles.
Fort pierce was established as a fishing village in the 1900s, and still today you can be guaranteed to be fed only the best and freshest fish on the waterfront. There are marinas in the inlet itself and more to the north and south of the inlet, including repair facilities. Army fort built in 1838 during the second seminole war by lt. This inlet was built in the early 1900s when a storm closed in the natural inlet about one mile north of this location.
Browse expedias selection of 416 hotels and places to stay closest to fort pierce inlet state park. Fort pierce inlet state park 2020 all you need to know before. From our fort pierce hotel, the magnificent beaches, great swimming, and exciting surfing at fort pierce inlet state park are just 4 miles away. Lost in the mangroves in the old inlet random connections. You can make a whole day of checking out the aquarium, followed by lounging on the inlet beach right next door, and hitting up the playground overlooking the inlet. The 10 best restaurants near fort pierce inlet state park. Fort pierce inlet state park jack island access only is open for day use activities see hours of operation and fee information below. The city has signed up as a certified local government, a program thats administered jointly through the national park service and the florida division of historical resources. Lucie inlet, the fort pierce inlet became unusable due to shoaling. Fort pierce inlet state park 2020 all you need to know. Fort pierce, often called the sunrise city, has been the hub of st.
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