Fishing Piers

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Fishing piers are among the easiest ways to get on the water without a boat - a stable platform out over the surf or a bay, often with railings, benches, lights for night fishing and a bait shop nearby. Many public piers are free to walk and fish, while some municipal and private piers charge a modest daily fishing fee, and a state saltwater or freshwater license may still be required depending on the pier and state. They are a favorite for families and beginners because the access is simple and you can catch a real variety of species right from the deck. The listings here help you find piers by city and state, with what to expect on arrival.

Typical pricing

Many fishing piers are free; some municipal or private piers charge a small daily fishing fee. A state fishing license may be required depending on the pier and state (some piers hold a blanket license that covers anglers) - confirm fees and license rules with the pier or your state agency.

Fishing Piers by city

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FAQ

Fishing Piers - common questions

Do you need a license to fish off a pier? +

It depends on the pier and the state. Some public piers operate under a blanket license that covers everyone fishing from them, while at others each angler needs their own state license. Check the pier operator or your state wildlife agency for the specific rule before you fish.

Are fishing piers free? +

Many public piers are free to fish, but some municipal and privately run piers charge a daily fishing fee, and there may be a separate parking cost. Fees, hours and any license requirement vary by location - confirm with the pier before you go.

What can you catch from a fishing pier? +

That varies by region and season, and pier regulars are usually happy to share what is biting. Reviews and listings here can point you to well-reviewed piers by city and state, but the pier operator or a nearby bait shop is your best source for current conditions and what is running.

PIER 39

Redondo Beach Pier

Manhattan Beach Pier

Green Lake Park

Hermosa Beach Pier

Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier

Seal Beach Municipal Pier

Pier 3

Torpedo Wharf

Cabrillo Beach Pier

McNears Beach Park

Shelter Island Pier

Safe Harbor Emeryville

Edmonds Fishing Pier

Paradise Beach Park

Pier 14

Pacifica Municipal Pier

Pine Avenue Pier

Des Moines Marina Pier

Pier 7

Discovery Pier

Moore Rd Pier

Port of Waterman Public Pier

Lake Washington T Dock

Hermosa Beach Pier

Cabrillo Beach Jetty

Pier 17

Harper Recreational Fishing Pier 🦀

Coronado Ferry Landing Pier

Crystal Pier Bait and Tackle

Pier J Fishing Pier

Illahee Dock

West Seattle Bridge Trail Fishing Dock

Embarcadero Park Pier

Edmonds Waterfront

Cesar Chavez Park Public Pier 16

Santee Recreational Lakes | Fishing Pier#1

J Street Pier

Cabrillo Beach Pier

Fishing pier

Canal Origins Park Fishing Area

Casting Pier

Riis Park Casting Pier

Montrose Rocks

Mini Pier

Canalport Riverwalk Park Fishing Area

BLLT Scenic Pier & Kayak Launch

Cupertino Fishing Pier

Gompers Park Fishing Area 1

Humboldt Park Fishing Area

Fishing Piers - common questions