Overview
Melody Lane Fishing Pier is a free public pier in downtown Fort Pierce on the Indian River Lagoon. Public writeups describe it as a T-shaped pier built with city + Florida Inland Navigation District support and opened in the mid-2010s, making it a clean, simple, walk-on spot for calm-water lagoon fishing.
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Rules, Regulations & Safety Notes
Saltwater rules apply in the lagoon. A license is required unless covered by a pier license; follow posted local rules and use Fish Rules for limits.
Hours of Operation
Not posted verify on-site.
License Requirements
Not posted verify on-site.
Fishing Fees
No cost to use (reported in public sources); verify on-site.
Who This Pier Is Best For
Beginners, families, and inshore anglers wanting easy lagoon access in Fort Pierce.
Fish Species Commonly Caught
Mangrove Snapper, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Snook (seasonal)
Local Insights
Its a great quick session pierbest when the water is moving and when you can avoid peak foot traffic.
Pier Fishing Tips
Use live shrimp around structure for snapper/sheepshead; fish the bottom for drum; switch to soft plastics for trout when bait is scarce.
Best Times to Fish
Early morning and late afternoon; moving water on the lagoon tides often improves bites along the edges.
Address
Boston Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
State
FL
Municipality
Fort Pierce
Zip/Post Code
34950
Plan Your Fishing Trip
Everything you need for a successful day on the pier — from bait and licenses to nearby stays and fishing charters.
Location
Boston Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
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