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Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass

Bradenton Beach, FL · Longboat Pass / Gulf of Mexico · Shore fishing
🎣 Fish from land — no boat needed

The south tip of Anna Maria Island where Coquina Beach meets Longboat Pass — a strong-current inlet fished from the sand, the rocks near the bridge, and the bayside boat-ramp shoreline. Productive surf and pass fishing for snook, pompano, mackerel, flounder and sharks. Parking: large free lot along Coquina Beach.

Fee
Free
Hours
Sunrise–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.

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RestroomsWheelchair accessible
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2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 · GPS: 27.44650, -82.69100

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fish at Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass without a boat?

Yes — Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass is a land-based fishing spot (shore fishing) in Bradenton Beach, Florida. No boat is needed.

Do I need a fishing license at Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass?

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 Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass?

Free.

What are the hours at Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass?

Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass is open sunrise–sunset.

What is the tide at Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass today?

Tide predictions for Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass come from the NOAA station at Sarasota, about 12 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 Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass located?

Coquina Beach South / Longboat Pass is located at 2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 in Manatee County, Florida.

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Tides — Sarasota

Sun, Aug 2
3:53 AMHigh · 1.7 ft
10:08 AMLow · 0.8 ft
3:28 PMHigh · 2.1 ft
10:43 PMLow · 0.5 ft
Mon, Aug 3
4:16 AMHigh · 1.9 ft
11:04 AMLow · 0.7 ft
4:23 PMHigh · 1.8 ft
11:07 PMLow · 0.7 ft
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Predictions are for NOAA station Sarasota, about 12 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.

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