This week, Koa Bay in Fort Pierce officially launched its Founder Member fundraising round, offering individuals the opportunity to invest directly in Surf Koa Bay, LLC, which is the entity developing and operating the surf resort. The company noted that Founder Members will receive certain benefits, including priority access to purchase a home lot and floor plan.
“You may purchase a home in the community as a primary or secondary residence, with the potential for property value appreciation and/or rental income,” Koa Bay said in a statement.
The company added that Homeowners Association bylaws require a minimum rental period of 30 days. “This policy is in place to preserve the integrity of a cohesive, close-knit community by limiting transient occupancy.”
Koa Bay in Fort Pierce will include 1,000 residential units, a hotel, dining establishments, retail space, and one of the largest Wavegarden Cove surf pools in North America with 56 modules. This Fort Pierce project falls in line with the following wave pools eyeing upcoming opening dates in the Sunshine State
Florida Wave Pool Projects in 2025
The Point Surf Park – Fellsmere (Indian River County, East Coast)
Construction is underway at The Point Surf Park, which broke ground earlier this year. The facility will feature the Endless Surf ES36 system, marking the first installation of its kind in both Florida and the United States. The system is expected to deliver waves of up to 19 seconds in Single Peak mode and 11 seconds in Split Peak mode. The park is scheduled to open in 2026.
Shell Point Surf Club – Panama City (Panhandle, Gulf Coast)
Approved by the city council and currently in a funding phase, Shell Point Surf Club is slated to begin construction in early 2026. The project will also use the Endless Surf 36-caisson system, similar to the setup in Fellsmere. Opening is anticipated in 2027.
Boca Raton Wave Pool – Boca Raton (South Florida)
Project plans for a wave pool in Boca Raton were announced in August 2025. The development is still navigating city approvals. It will use Wavegarden Cove technology, featuring sustainable design elements such as recycled water usage, native landscaping, noise mitigation (45–50 dB), and low-light impact. A timeline for construction has not yet been finalized.
Heroes Paradise – Brandon (Tampa Area)
The Heroes Paradise venue in Brandon is expanding to include a surf facility, with an opening set for late 2025. The site will feature an EpicSurf standing wave system, offering adjustable wave heights from 3 to 5 feet and a 46-foot surf width. Sessions will be organized by skill level and booked in hourly blocks.
Jacksonville Surf Park – Jacksonville (Northeast Florida)
Zoning has been approved for the 45-acre Jacksonville Surf Park site, which will feature a 56-module Wavegarden Cove lagoon covering 5.5 acres. Plans include a surf academy, boutique hotel, wellness center, and multiple retail and dining options. Construction is expected to begin in early 2026, with public opening targeted for 2028.
Peak Surf Park – Pasco County (Tampa Bay Area)
Still in the planning and fundraising phase, Peak Surf Park is working with the advisory group Thinking Adrenaline to move the project forward. The park will use Surf Lakes technology powered by a central plunger, capable of generating 2,000 waves per hour ranging from 2 to 8 feet. Located within the Two Rivers master-planned community, the project is expected to begin construction in 2026, with an opening scheduled for 2027.
