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Apollo Beach Nature Preserve

Apollo Beach, FL · Tampa Bay · Shore fishing
🎣 Fish from land — no boat needed

63-acre county preserve at the north tip of Apollo Beach with a sandy beach and open shoreline directly on Tampa Bay. Near the TECO Big Bend warm-water discharge, so the surrounding flats are known for snook, redfish, trout and strong winter action. Parking: free lot at the preserve entrance (fills on weekends).

Fee
Free
Hours
8 AM–sunset
Lighted
No
Restrooms
Yes
Florida anglers fishing from shore or a structure attached to land need the no-cost resident shoreline fishing license (or a regular license for non-residents). Details at MyFWC.

Good to know

RestroomsWheelchair accessible
Get directions

6760 Surfside Blvd, Apollo Beach, FL 33572 · GPS: 27.79100, -82.42800

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fish at Apollo Beach Nature Preserve without a boat?

Yes — Apollo Beach Nature Preserve is a land-based fishing spot (shore fishing) in Apollo Beach, Florida. No boat is needed.

Do I need a fishing license at Apollo Beach Nature Preserve?

Florida residents fishing from shore or a land-attached structure need the free resident shoreline fishing license; non-residents generally need a regular saltwater license. Check current rules at MyFWC.com.

How much does it cost to fish at Apollo Beach Nature Preserve?

Free.

What are the hours at Apollo Beach Nature Preserve?

Apollo Beach Nature Preserve is open 8 AM–sunset.

What is the tide at Apollo Beach Nature Preserve today?

Tide predictions for Apollo Beach Nature Preserve come from the NOAA station at Old Port Tampa, about 9 miles away. The tide chart on this page shows today's high and low tide times, updated daily from NOAA, plus predictions for the coming week.

Where is Apollo Beach Nature Preserve located?

Apollo Beach Nature Preserve is located at 6760 Surfside Blvd, Apollo Beach, FL 33572 in Hillsborough County, Florida.

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Tides — Old Port Tampa

Sun, Aug 2
6:02 AMHigh · 2.1 ft
11:34 AMLow · 0.9 ft
5:40 PMHigh · 2.6 ft
Mon, Aug 3
12:09 AMLow · 0.6 ft
6:22 AMHigh · 2.3 ft
12:28 PMLow · 0.8 ft
6:34 PMHigh · 2.3 ft
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Predictions are for NOAA station Old Port Tampa, about 9 mi from this ramp. Heights are water level relative to the station datum — not depth at the ramp. Wind and weather can change actual levels.

Conditions — Tampa Bay Area

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