Honest John's Fish Camp offers a peaceful and authentic slice of Old Florida along the river. Visitors often enjoy quiet, boat-free moments with pods of dolphins swimming nearby and a variety of birds like pelicans, herons, cormorants, and egrets all around. The family-run marina, with multiple generations involved, is known for its friendly and knowledgeable staff, making it a welcoming spot for boaters and visitors alike. It is considered the best place on the river in the county, with many customers storing boats there for over 20 years. The marina provides great customer service, including offering fresh shrimp on short notice, which enhances fishing trips. It also serves as a safe and convenient place to store boats and trailers, with staff providing helpful directions and local recommendations. Visitors appreciate the helpfulness of the team, especially when arranging boat tours or trips to nearby islands. Although the area is not fancy, it’s praised for its helpfulness, great prices, and natural beauty. Some suggestions include adding a separate kayak launch for safer launching. Overall, Honest John's Fish Camp is a friendly, scenic, and trusted location for boating, fishing, and enjoying Florida’s natural surroundings.
We had an AMAZING experience. John and Brandon are extremely knowledgeable and total professionals. We will definitely add this experience to our annual trip at Melbourne!
December 2024
Awesome out of the way place to store and put in your boat They also offer water wildlife tours and sell bait.
June 2024
Always a pleasure to be at Honest John’s Fish camp. Relaxed ramp, help from Johnathan and his brother, beautiful place. Only one rule - this is a private house so be out by 5:00 PM. Owners have the right to have their private life so be respectful
