Mayport Jetties

jetty · Jacksonville & beyond
World-class jetty fishing at the mouth of St. Johns River. The inside of the north and south rocks offers Sheepshead, Black Drum, and 'over-slot' Redfish. Feb-Apr: prime Sheepshead season with fiddler crabs.

Target Species

sheepsheadtarponsnookredfish

Access & Directions

Type
jetty
Access
Shore / vehicle
Coordinates
30.3969, -81.3937

Our Go-To Jetty Rig

Pier & Bridge · Medium tackle
Main line20–30 lb mono or 30 lb braid
Leader24–36" of 30–40 lb fluoro
Weight2–4 oz pyramid or bank sinker on a slider
Hook3/0 – 5/0 circle hook
BaitLive shrimp, finger mullet, cut mullet, or fiddler crabs for sheepshead.

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