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Indian Key Moorings (FREE)

Location: Hawk Channel
Mile Marker: Mile 1165
Lat / Lon: N 24° 52.634' / W 080° 40.553'
Depth: 7-8 Feet
Description:
Moorings on southeast side are complimentary for up to 1 week
NOTE: Per Florida Statute 327.4109
The owner or operator of a vessel or floating structure may not anchor or moor such that the nearest approach of the anchored or moored vessel or floating structure is:
1. Within 150 feet of any marina, boat ramp, boatyard, or other vessel launching or loading facility;
2. Within 300 feet of a superyacht repair facility. For purposes of this subparagraph, the term "superyacht repair facility" means a facility that services or repairs a yacht with a water line of 120 feet or more in length; or
3. Within 100 feet outward from the marked boundary of a public mooring field or a lesser distance if approved by the commission upon request of a local government within which the mooring field is located. The commission may adopt rules to implement this subparagraph.
DISCLAIMER: The laws and regulations governing anchoring in Florida waters are complex and everchanging. If you plan to anchor, whether overnight or for an extended period, you should confirm whether you are in compliance with local and state requirements before committing to a location. Two sources of information that may be helpful are the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Florida State Statutes.

4.00

(5)

4.00 out of 5 stars

Holding:

5.00

Good, Sand, Grass

Wind Protection:

3.40

Open and Exposed South Through Southwest

Current Flow:

3.25

Wake Protection:

3.00

Open and Exposed South Through Southwest

Scenic Beauty:

3.80

Ease of Shopping:

1.00

Shore Access:

2.00

Pet Friendly:

1.00

Cell Service:

4.20

WiFi:

1.00

Review for Indian Key Moorings (FREE)

Reviewed by: , Sea Por Favor, on May 24, 2025
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

3

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

2

Current Flow:

1

Wake Protection:

1

Scenic Beauty:

1

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

Pet Friendly:

1

Cell Service:

1

WiFi:

1

We stayed one night. Mooring balls are free. The ring at the end was torn out. Dock is no longer usable. We did see fishermen and jet ski folks go ashore in a small break in the bushes. These are day moorings. We had SE wind overnight and it was a lumpy night. Holding was fine. We have 5' draft and depth on mooring close to shore was 7-8'. Island protects you from locals passing under bridge.

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Review for Indian Key Moorings (FREE)

Reviewed by: LindaWilkes, Redeemed, on Apr 22, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 34'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

3

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

3

Wake Protection:

4

Scenic Beauty:

5

Shore Access:

4

Cell Service:

5

Two boats moored today with a view of the Lignumvitae Bridge. The walk-in the State Park is nice, bring water. We saw town square and enjoyed the flora and the birds. Didn't find Robbie's, May be gone with the 2022 hurricanes

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Review for Indian Key Moorings (FREE)

Reviewed by: Richard on Jan 21, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 45'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

5

Wind Protection:

5

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

5

Scenic Beauty:

5

Shore Access:

3

Cell Service:

5

Moored on the state park moorings. Brisk winds out of the ESE to SE with good protection. All other balls were unoccupied. Nice walk on Indian Key and fun stop at Robbies for drinks and wifi. We be back!

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Review for Indian Key Moorings (FREE)

Reviewed by: Jeri Berge on Mar 22, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 45'
Draft: 4.8'

Overall Rating:

5

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

4

Wake Protection:

3

Scenic Beauty:

4

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

Pet Friendly:

1

Cell Service:

5

Great place to stop for the night. Halfway between Key West and Miami.

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Review for Indian Key Moorings (FREE)

Reviewed by: William Crawford on Sep 12, 2019
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 38'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

3

Wake Protection:

2

Scenic Beauty:

4

Ease of Shopping:

1

Shore Access:

1

Pet Friendly:

1

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

1

Three mooring balls float south of the little island property of state park. They are exposed but worth the stay if you can’t get to Rodriguez Key like us one night. Easy access from Hawk Channel. No real access to town. One ball is very close to the island’s pretty beach area and wooden dock. We had just a few inches of mud and sand under our 5’ keel. Not bad for the price - free.

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