Jet Ski Rentals
in Stuart
The Sailfish Capital of the World — White-Glove Dock Delivery on the St. Lucie River
Available in Stuart
Water Sports Activities
Jet Ski Rentals
Brand-new Sea-Doo GTX watercraft. 1–2 adults + 1 small child. Starting at $70.
Boat Rentals
Pontoon boats for up to 12 guests. No captain required. Starting at $249.
Dolphin Tours
Guided tours with 95% dolphin sighting rate on the Indian River Lagoon.
Sunset Cruises
Romantic guided sunset tours on the lagoon. Dolphins commonly spotted.
Kayaks & Paddleboards
Explore mangrove tunnels and lagoon shallows at your own pace.
Banana Boat Rides
Group thrills for up to 6 riders — the most fun on the water!
Dolphin Boat Tour
Relaxed eco-tour on a private pontoon boat — naturalist guide, 95% dolphin sighting rate, all ages welcome.
Stuart for Families
Water Sports Activities
Stuart is an outstanding family destination for water sports. The St. Lucie River's calm, protected waters are ideal for families with young children, and the Nettles Island sandbars offer a safe, shallow swimming area that children love. Pontoon boat rentals are especially popular with Stuart families — they provide a stable, comfortable platform for a full day on the water. The dock delivery service is particularly convenient for families with young children, eliminating the need to transport gear and load at a public dock.
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Nearby Attractions in Stuart
Nettles Island Sandbars
Shallow, crystal-clear sandbars in the Indian River Lagoon — the best anchorage spot near Stuart for swimming and dolphin watching.
Downtown Stuart
One of the best walkable historic downtowns on Florida's East Coast — locally owned restaurants, art galleries, and the Stuart Farmers Market.
Beach Houses in Paradise
Vacation rental properties with private docks throughout Stuart and Jensen Beach — perfect for Salty's dock delivery service.
St. Lucie River
A beautiful, wildlife-rich river winding through old Florida estates and mangrove forests — the best manatee habitat near Stuart.
Stuart Farmers Market
One of the best farmers markets in South Florida, running Sundays with local produce, prepared foods, and artisan vendors.
Sailfish Marina
Stuart's historic marina and waterfront district — a great starting point for exploring the St. Lucie River.
📖 Local Guide Stuart Guides
The Perfect Day in Stuart: Beach Houses in Paradise & Salty's White-Glove Dock Delivery
Stay at Beach Houses in Paradise and let Salty's deliver jet skis and boats straight to your private dock.
Stuart, Florida: The Sailfish Capital of the World
The complete guide to Stuart — from the St. Lucie River to downtown and everything in between.
The Perfect Day in Jensen Beach: Salty's, Hutchinson Shores & the Best Sunset on the Treasure Coast
Water sports on the widest stretch of the Indian River Lagoon, a spa afternoon at Hutchinson Shores, and the most spectacular sunset on the Treasure Coast.
White-Glove Service
Jet Ski & Boat Dock Delivery
Have a private dock? Salty's delivers brand-new Sea-Doo jet skis and pontoon boats directly to you — no marina trip required. Safety briefing on-site. Pickup when you're done.
About Stuart
Water Sports in Stuart, Florida
Stuart, Florida is one of the most beautiful and historically rich towns on Florida's Treasure Coast. Known as the Sailfish Capital of the World, Stuart sits at the confluence of the St. Lucie River and the Indian River Lagoon, giving water sports guests access to two of Florida's most spectacular waterways from a single location. The St. Lucie River winds through old Florida estates, mangrove islands, and wildlife-rich shorelines before opening into the wide, calm waters of the Indian River Lagoon near the famous Nettles Island sandbars.
Salty's Water Sports offers a unique service in Stuart that sets it apart from every other water sports provider on the Treasure Coast: white-glove dock delivery. Guests staying at vacation rental properties with private docks — including Beach Houses in Paradise properties throughout Stuart and Jensen Beach — can have Salty's deliver brand-new Sea-Doo GTX jet skis or pontoon boats directly to their dock. The Salty's crew handles delivery, safety orientation, and pickup. You never have to leave your property.
🌊 Part of the Treasure Coast — Explore all locations →Best Time to Visit
Stuart water sports are excellent year-round. The St. Lucie River and Indian River Lagoon near Stuart are well-protected from ocean swells, making for calm riding conditions in all seasons. Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) offer the best combination of calm water, warm temperatures, and peak dolphin activity near the Nettles Island sandbars. Winter (November–March) is exceptional for manatee sightings — the warm waters of the St. Lucie River attract large aggregations of West Indian manatees, and Salty's guides know exactly where to find them. Summer brings warm water and long days ideal for full-day boat rentals, though afternoon thunderstorms are common.
What to Expect
Your Stuart water sports experience with Salty's begins either at our dock or at your private dock if you've booked dock delivery. The St. Lucie River offers a completely different character from the open Indian River Lagoon — it's narrower, more intimate, lined with old Florida estates and mangrove islands, and rich with wildlife. Jet ski riders can explore the river's upper reaches for manatee sightings, or head east toward the Indian River Lagoon and the Nettles Island sandbars. Boat rental guests can anchor at the sandbars, explore the river, or navigate south toward Jensen Beach. Guided dolphin tour guests will explore the lagoon's most productive feeding grounds between Jensen Beach and Nettles Island.
💡 Local Tip
The stretch of Indian River Lagoon between Jensen Beach and Nettles Island is where Salty's guides consistently find the largest dolphin pods near Stuart — sometimes 20 or more animals feeding together. The Nettles Island sandbars are also one of the best anchorage spots on the entire Treasure Coast for boat rentals: shallow, calm, and beautiful. Book the earliest available slot for the best dolphin activity and calmest conditions.
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