Amelia Island State Park

Is located on the south end of Amelia Island. It features a mile
long fishing bridge with a boat ramp on the far side. This park is a favorite spot for
viewing many shore birds and also for fishermen. Finally, located on
the Amelia Island side of the bridge is a horseback riding stable
for touring the beautiful beaches.

Amelia
Island State park

Fort George Island State Park

This beautiful historic island is a real gem. It features self
guided tours and the newly opened Ribault Club. Walk, bike or drive
through historic plantation structures, nature trails, sprawling
oaks, and lush vegetation. Also located on the Island is the
historic Kingsley Plantation.

Fort
George Island State Park

Fort Clinch State Park

Built in 1874, it is located on the northern end of Amelia
Island. It was occupied by Confederate troops when the Civil War
began but was taken by Federal troops when a withdrawal was ordered
by General Robert E. Lee. The fort includes a beach, campgrounds,
nature and hiking trails, and historic
re-enactments.

Fort
Clinch State Park

Big Talbot Island State Park

Features miles of hiking trails, shell covered beaches, and a 40
site campground. Catch a rare glimpse back in time by experiencing
nature on one of the last remaining sea Islands along the Atlantic
coast.

Big
Talbot Island State Park

Little Talbot Island State Park

The park has more than five miles of beautiful, white sandy beaches,
undisturbed salt marshes, and vegetated dunes. Maritime forests,
desert-like dunes, and the salt marshes on the western side of the
island allow endless hours of nature study and relaxation.

Little
Talbot Island State Park

Atlantic Recreation Center

Is located on Atlantic Avenue close to the ocean and the entrance
to Fort Clinch State Park. Includes an auditorium, swimming pool,
and baseball park. Many activities are available through the city
including yoga classes, karate, Meet and Greet for seniors and
much more. Call 904-277-7350 for more information. Fernandina
City Recreation Page.

Central Park and Egan’s Creek Park

Central Park Is located just east of downtown on Atlantic Avenue. It
features basketball courts, tennis courts, baseball courts, picnic
areas, and playgrounds for kids. Egan’s Creek park is located about
1/2 mile from the ocean and has a baseball field, playgrounds for
kids, and picnic area overlooking the scenic Egan’s Creek
marshlands.

1. Sport Fishing Categories in Florida

There is a vast range on offer in species that can be found in Florida waters for all those who love sport fishing. The sport fishing options that are available in this area which you will find on fishing charters are:

. Catches of Blackfin Tuna
. Evening Swordfishing
. King fish
. Sailfish
. Snapper
. Tackle Sportfishing
. Wahoo

2. The Florida Sport Fishing Regions

In each region of Florida you will find many different beaches and coastal areas. You can find idyllic spots located around Florida to suit both beginners and experts, to catch sizeable fish and to enjoy the beaches. The popular spots include:

. Central Florida: Belle glade, Deland, Haven, Kissimmee, Leesburg, Ocala, Orlando and Winter Haven
. East Central: Cocoa Beach, Daytona Beach, Ft. Pierce, Melborne, New Smyrna, Sabastian, Stuart, Titusville and Vero Beach
. Florida Keys: Key Largo, Key West
. Northeast: Fernandina Beach, Flagler Beach, Jacksonville, St. Augustine
. Northwest-Big Bend: Cedar Key, Crystal River, Hernando Beach, Homosassa Springs, Perry, Spring Hill, Steinhatche and Suwanee
. Panhandle: Apalachicola, Destin, Ft. Walton Beach, Panama City, Pensacola, Port St. Joe, St. Marks and Tallahassee
. South East: Biscayne Bay, Boca Raton, Everglades, Ft. Lauderdale, Jupiter and Miami Beach
. Southwest: Everglades City, Flamingo, Ft. Myers, March Island and Naples
. West Central: Boca Grande, Clearwater, New Port Riche, Pine Island, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Tampa Bay and Venice

3. Sport Fishing Tournaments of Florida

The Florida has many competitions and fishing tournaments which are hugely popular all around. This hive of activity is fun and offers something exciting for those who want to show off their talent locally. Top of the fishing tournaments that you will in the area of Florida are:

. Bahamas White Marlin Open
. Florida Billfish Masters
. George Bush Cheeca Lodge Bonefish Tournament
. Harbor Docks Open
. Islamorada Sailfish Tournament
. Islamorada Swordfish Tournament
. Senorita Shootout
. Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge

4. Baitshops and Marinas for Sportfishing in Florida

Throughout the state of Florida there are baitshops and marinas galore so that you pick up the best in catches and lures for your gear. There are so many shops or stores to choose from that will to manage your supplies and fill your list of equipment from Marco Island right to Naples. The basic supplies for sportfishing are bait, rigged and unrigged ballyhoos, castings for flyfishing, knot equipment, standard lures and spinners. For Marco Island and the western Florida area the main supply shops to be found include:

. 4Yacht in Ft. Lauderdale
. Bayfront Marina
. Cedar Bay Marina
. Esplanade Marina, which is on the shores of Marco Island
. Gulfshores Marina
. Sunshine Ace Hardware

The Jacksonville Times Union local fishing forecast

The Florida Sportsman local fishing forecast.

Jacksonville Area Kayak Fishing