Overview
Palma Sola Fishing Pier is a public fishing pier in Florida. Palma Sola Causeway is a popular inshore fishing spot with a simple wood pier setup and quick access to Tampa Bay waters. Its a convenient place to cast for mixed bay species, especially when bait is moving along the causeway and tides are pushing water through.
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Amenities
Restrooms, picnic area, monofilament recycling, fresh water; open dawn to dusk; no entrance fee
Rules, Regulations & Safety Notes
FWC boating guide notes fishing license is NOT provided heremake sure youre properly licensed if required. Follow FWC size/bag limits and dispose of line in monofilament bins.
Hours of Operation
Dawn to dusk.
License Requirements
Yes Florida fishing license required (FWC: Fishing License Provided = No).
Fishing Fees
No fee posted.
Who This Pier Is Best For
Beginners and families who want a straightforward bay-fishing spot with restrooms and picnic space.
Fish Species Commonly Caught
Spotted seatrout, redfish, snook, mangrove snapper, sheepshead, jack crevalle, ladyfish, pinfish/catfish
Local Insights
If the wind is up, fish the leeward side of the causeway/pier for cleaner water and easier presentations.
Pier Fishing Tips
Bring your own bait/tackle (no bait shop on-site). Live shrimp is a reliable starter; use small jigs/soft plastics for trout and snook. Keep rigs simplepiling fish can be line-shy, so use fluorocarbon leader.
Best Times to Fish
Dawndusk (site hours). Best around tide changes; cooler months for sheepshead and trout, warmer months for snook and mixed predators.
Address
Bradenton, FL 34209
State
FL
Municipality
Bradenton
Zip/Post Code
34209
Plan Your Fishing Trip
Everything you need for a successful day on the pier — from bait and licenses to nearby stays and fishing charters.
Location
Bradenton, FL 34209
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