What can you catch at Amelia Island Surf?

Common target species at Amelia Island Surf include pompano, whiting, redfish, black drum, sharks. This is a surf fishing spot in Northeast Florida.

How do you access Amelia Island Surf?

Amelia Island Surf is shore- and vehicle-accessible — drive to the location and fish from the bank, pier, or jetty. See directions in the access panel above.

Where is Amelia Island Surf located?

Amelia Island Surf is in the Jacksonville / Northeast Florida area at approximately 30.674, -81.464. See directions on the listing.

Amelia Island Surf

surf · Jacksonville & beyond

Fernandina Beach area. Miles of uncrowded beach. Drive-on access at some areas.

Target Species

pompanowhitingredfishblack drumsharks

Access & Directions

Type

surf

Access

Shore / vehicle

Coordinates

30.674, -81.464

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Our Go-To Surf Rig

Surf · Medium-heavy

Pompano Rig (Double Drop w/ Floats) ↗

Main line	12–17 lb mono or 20–30 lb braid
Shock	40–50 lb mono shock leader (2× rod length)
Rig body	40 lb mono with 2 dropper loops 6–8" apart
Weight	3–5 oz pyramid sinker
Hook	#1 or #2 Mutu Light circle (×2)

BaitFresh sand fleas, clam, or peeled shrimp — or Fishbites E-Z Flea tipped on.

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Amelia Island Surf

Target Species

Access & Directions

Our Go-To Surf Rig

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