Park Summary for Print - George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park

A fishing bridge with fishermen lined up on both sides and the water in the background.

Welcome to George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park

Located northeast of Jacksonville, this mile-long, pedestrian-only fishing bridge spans Nassau Sound providing access to one of the best fishing areas in Florida. Fishermen catch a variety of fish, including whiting, jacks, drum, and tarpon. The fishing bridge is open twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year. Primary access is on the north end through Amelia Island State Park. A small parking lot at the north end of Big Talbot Island State Park allows access to the southern end of the fishing bridge. The Nassau Sound Bait and Tackle shop (904-277-9772), located on the north end of the fishing bridge, is open year-round and offers live bait, snacks, and (more importantly!) some of the best fishing advice in the area. The whole family (no pets) can enjoy a safe, fun day of fishing or give the fish a rest and take a leisurely walk along the beach of Amelia Island State Park. The George Crady Fishing Pier State Park is located seven miles north of Little Talbot Island State Park on State Road A1A.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park, please call 904-251-2320.

Hours of Operation

The George Crady Bridge State Fishing Pier is open twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year.

Driving Directions

Parking for the fishing bridge is in Amelia Island State Park. Amelia Island State Park is located 7 miles north of Little Talbot Island State Park on State Road A1A, or 8 miles south of Fernandina Beach.

Park Fees

Admission Fee: $1.00 per person. The entrance fee to Amelia Island State Park includes access to the fishing bridge.

Activities at George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park

Fishing

Nassau Sound is one of the best fishing areas in northeast Florida and home to the state record flounder. Fishing is popular from the George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier and along the shore of Amelia Island State Park. The fishing pier is closed to vehicle traffic and offers the bridge angler a mile of pier to wet their line in hopes of catching the next record fish or tonight's dinner. Many different species of fish can be caught in this area including redfish, whiting, flounder, speckled sea trout, jacks, and tarpon.

Redfish and speckled sea trout are available throughout the year, but higher numbers are available in the spring and fall. Popular baits, including mullet and shrimp, and can be caught along the shoreline using a cast-net. Artificial baits are also very popular. Along the south end of the fishing bridge, several small grass flats hold a wide variety of fish. Tarpon follow the fall mullet run into Nassau Sound and gorge themselves before continuing their migration to more southern waters.

A park service provider, Nassau Sound Bait and Tackle, is located at the beginning of the fishing pier at the southern tip of Amelia Island. The bait shop offers snacks, fishing supplies, and various baits along with rod and reel rentals. Get an up to the minute fishing report by calling the bait shop at (904) 277-9772.

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Special Events for George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park

There are no events listed at this time. Please call our park for more details on possible future events.

George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park Ranger Programs

FISHING TECHNIQUES
Presented semi-annually. Nassau Sound Bait and Tackle is one of the Talbot Islands State Parks Visitor Service Providers and conducts a hands-on presentation that helps park visitors improve their fishing and cast-netting skills. This presentation is usually provided when partnering with the Talbot Islands State Parks in conjunction with special occasions.
Call 904-251-2323 for more details.

George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park Volunteer Information

Volunteers can do many things -- greet visitors, conduct tours, help rangers remove exotic plants or maintain the natural beauty of a beach, waterway or trail.For volunteer information, please refer to the Little Talbot Island State Park webpage or call the Talbot Islands Ranger Station at
904-251-2320.