Matanzas Inlet
inshore · Jacksonville & beyond
One of the few naturally-open inlets left on the Florida east coast. Sandbars, jetty rocks, and tidal currents combine for excellent inshore action — flounder on the bottom in fall, redfish along the rocks, snook in the structure, occasional tarpon in summer. A1A bridge crosses here for shore access.
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Access & Directions
Our Go-To Inshore Rig
Inshore · Light tackle
| Main line | 10–15 lb braid |
| Leader | 18–24" of 20–25 lb fluoro |
| Weight | 1/8 – 1/4 oz jighead |
| Hook | 2/0 or 3/0 jighead |
Bait3" paddletail (pearl, new penny, chicken-on-a-chain) or a live shrimp.