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DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB AT The Villages, Florida 32159 |
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| SEMI ANNUAL PICNIC | FISH RECIPES | SPRING EXPO | PIER FISHING | ||
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DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB AT The Villages, Florida 32159 |
Pier and Bridge Fishing
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INTRODUCTION |
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| GENERAL: There are more than sixty fishing piers dotting both coasts of Florida available for recreational fishing. Some charge a fee and some are free. Many conveniences are offered, such as restrooms, telephones, bait shops with tackle sales or rentals, and fish cleaning tables. WHAT THIS PAGE OFFERS: This purpose of this page is to provide you with a list of some of the public piers/bridges available within an easy drive from The Villages. It also lists the more common species of fish and which seasons are best for each type. For newcomer fishermen, it is best to scout the piers or call them to verify their operating hours, rates, conditions and restrictions. THE INFORMATION LISTED ON THIS WEBPAGE CONCERNING THESE ITEMS (operating hours, rates, etc.)MAY NOT REFLECT THE CURRENT INFORMATION FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL LOCATION. Rules are usually posted at each pier. Many have restrictions on the number of rods per angler, shark fishing, use of cast nets or snag hooks, and alcoholic beverages. METHODS: Pier fishing requires the same methods as those used when fishing from an anchored boat. Medium weight spinning rods are usually sufficient, but heavy duty bait casting rods may be used/required if fishing close to the pier or when using trolley fishing techniques. It is best to seek advice from the pier operators and local anglers on preferred bait and rigging details. Most fishermen are more than willing to share their knowledge and opinions. SAFETY: Safety is very important when fishing or casting from a pier or bridge. Sidearm and overhead casting can be very dangerous to anyone standing close or walking by. Use underhand casting whenever possible. Do not leave open tackles boxes or knives laying around where someone could trip over them or knock them into the water. Never leave your pole leaning against the rail unattended. You may lose a large fish or cause a mass tangle with those near you because of a wild running fish. Use rod holders on the railing or safety ropes/chains. Avoid casting into boat channels. Think of safety first and your fishing time will be most enjoyable.
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| EAST COAST (JACKSONVILLE TO CAPE CANAVERAL) | BLACK DRUM-WN TO SP REDFISH-AY | |||||||||
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| GULF COAST (CEDAR KEY TO BRADENTON BEACH) | BLACK DRUM-AY REDFISH-AY | |||||||||
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PIER FISHING LOCATIONS - ATLANTIC
(LISTED NORTH TO SOUTH)
| NAME | ADDRESS | PHONE | FEE | LENGTH/DEPTH |
| FT CLINCH FISH PIER | 2601 ATLANTIC AVE., FERNANDINA BEACH 32034 | 904-277-7274 | $5 PER CAR | 2000'/ 6-10' |
| JACKSONVILLE BEACH PIER | 36TH AVE. SOUTH, JACKSONVILLE BEACH 32250 | 904-241-1515 | $4 EACH | 1300'/20' |
| LIGHTHOUSE PARK PIER RESTAURANT | LEW BLVD OFF ANASTASIA BLVD, ST AUGUSTINE 32084 | 904-829-8172 | NONE | 200'/6' |
| FLAGLER BEACH PIER | 215 S. A1A, FLAGLER BEACH 32036 | 386-439-2200 | $4 ONE ROD/$3 2ND ROD | 800'7' |
| ORMOND BEACH PIER | NO LONGER IN USE/DESTROYED BY HURRICANE | |||
| OCEAN PIER CASINO | MAIN ST, DAYTONA | 386-253-1212 | $5 ONE ROD/$5 2ND ROD | NO DATA |
| SUNGLOW OCEAN FISHING PIER | 3701 S. ATLANTIC AVE., DAYTONA BEACH SHORES 32019 | 386-756-4219 | $6 EACH | 1200'/20' |
| JETTY PARK CAMPGROUND PIER | 400 E. JETTY RD, CAPE CANAVERAL 32920 | 321-783-7111 | $5 PER CAR | 1500'/15' |
PIER FISHING LOCATIONS - GULF COAST
(LISTED NORTH TO SOUTH)
| NAME | ADDRESS | PHONE | FEE | LENGTH/DEPTH |
| CEDAR KEY DOCK | DOCK ST., CEDAR KEY 32625 | NONE | NONE/OPEN DOCK | 200'/ 15' |
| BIG PIER 60 | 1 CAUSEWAY BLVD. CLEARWATER 33517 | 727-462-6466 | $6 EACH/SENIORS $5.50 | 1100'/15' |
| REDINGTON LONG PIER | 17490 GULF BLVD. REDINGTON SHORES 33708 | 727-391-9398 | $10 EACH | 1020'/16' |
| FORT DESOTO PARK GULF PIER | TIERRA VERDE 33715 | 727-864-9937 | NONE | 1000'12' |
| FORT DESOTO PARK BAY PIER | TIERRA VERDE 33715 | 727-864-3345 | NONE | 500'/19' |
| SUNSHINE STATE FISHING PIER NORTH | 10501 SUNSHINE SKYWAY, ST. PETERSBURG | 727-865-0668 | $3/PER CAR +$2 EACH | 4000'/30' |
| BRADENTON BEACH PIER*** | 200 BRIDGE ST., BRADENTON 33510 | NOT AVAIL | NOT AVAILABLE | 700'/10' |
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*** UNDER REPAIR-WILL REOPEN IN |
SPRING OF 2008 |
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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THESE PIERS PLEASE CONTACT EVERETT BELTER.