Catch a Keeper

Our area is known for it's Kingfish tournament, but local anglers love to fish for Redfish, Flounder, Speckled Sea Trout, and Black Drum. 

Timucuan Preserve has opportunities for beach fishing, river shoreline fishing, kayak, and boat fishing. There are city, state, and National Park Service boat ramps located through out the Preserve that feed people into thousands of acres of saltmarsh.  

Learn more about fishing regulations and paddling guides. 

Details

Activity

Fishing

Fishing is allowed in the salt marsh, and rivers of Timucuan Preserve. The boat ramp at Cedar Point is among the most popular spots in the park for anglers. All local and state regulations, licensing, and rules must be followed, see Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissions website for details. 
 

Park Regulations from the Superintendents Compendium

Fishing is permitted in the Preserve in accordance with state law; except where restricted [under the authority of section 1.5]:

• In the Theodore Roosevelt Area, fishing is prohibited in all areas except the saltwater marsh and tidal creeks designated on the attached map. Fishing is prohibited at Kingsley Plantation from the dock, from boats secured to the dock, and from the retaining wall in front of the main house.
• Fishing is prohibited at Cedar Point from the dock.
• Fishing is prohibited from the banks in the Thomas Creek unit except under research permit.
• Fishing is prohibited in Fort Caroline National Memorial (includes dock and from boats secured to the dock, and Spanish Pond). [36 CFR 7.61]

Pets Allowed

Yes

Activity Fee

No

Access to the park waterways is free but some private boat ramps may charge a fee. Fishing licenses.  

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Accessibility Information

The City of Jacksonville currently has three adaptive kayak launch sites that can be used to access the park waterways.  

• Bethesda Park - 10790 Key Haven Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32218,
• Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park - 500 Wonderwood Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32233 
• Southbank Riverwalk - 1001 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207