Vilano Beach Pier
pier · Jacksonville & beyond
Small pier on the north side of the St. Augustine Inlet. Year-round redfish and sheepshead on the pilings; summer brings tarpon rolling through the inlet and the occasional snook (June–September only — snook get cold-killed here in winter).
Target Species
Access & Directions
Our Go-To Pier Rig
Pier & Bridge · Medium tackle
| Main line | 20–30 lb mono or 30 lb braid |
| Leader | 24–36" of 30–40 lb fluoro |
| Weight | 2–4 oz pyramid or bank sinker on a slider |
| Hook | 3/0 – 5/0 circle hook |
BaitLive shrimp, finger mullet, cut mullet, or fiddler crabs for sheepshead.