Kelly's Brighton Marina, Rockaway Beach

Such a fun experience and amazing staff to help us first timers catch crab! Four stars instead of five only because it looks kind of kitschy and rundown when you first get there. But the whole time was fun for our 2 families and 4 teens who “didn’t want to go” and then had such a good time that they want to go again. Also, they have fresh oysters and clams you can buy and cook the crab you catch right there or you can take it home. Great friendly place with a beautiful view. Can’t wait to go next summer!

Fantastic experience! Yes, you get soaked in nasty crab water because you’re doing the work. You get a motor boat all to yourself, the tank is full, easy to drive, you get 3 nets(with bait), you measure each crab you catch to ensure it is big enough and a male, and at the end, you’ll bring your catch in and they’ll cook them for free! If you do not have a permit for driving the boat, you will need one. They’ll give you one for an extra $20. It is fantastic and well worth it! We had so much fun!