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Robbie's Pier
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| Hours | Daily 8am-5pm | ||
| Location | U.S. 1 at MM 77.5 | ||
| Transportation | Look for the HUNGRY TARPON restaurant sign on the right after the Indian Key channel | ||
| Phone | 305/664-9814 | ||
| Web site | www.robbies.com | ||
| Prices | Admission $1. Bucket of fish $2 | ||
Frommer's Review
One of the best and definitely one of the cheapest attractions in the Upper Keys is the famed Robbie's Pier. Here the fierce steely tarpons, a prized catch for backcountry anglers, have been gathering for the past 20 years. You may recognize these prehistoric-looking giants that grow up to 200 pounds; many are displayed as trophies and mounted on local restaurant walls. To see them live, head to Robbie's Pier, where tens and sometimes hundreds of these behemoths circle the shallow waters waiting for you to feed them. Robbie's Pier also offers ranger-led boat tours and guided kayak tours to Indian Key (closed until late 2007), where you can go snorkeling or just bask in the glory of your surroundings.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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