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Davis Islands Seaplane Basin

Tampa, FL · Hillsborough Bay / Seddon Channel · Shore fishing
🎣 Fish from land — no boat needed

Sand beach, seawall and riprap shoreline at the south end of Davis Islands, fronting deep water where Seddon Channel meets Hillsborough Bay. A popular urban land-based spot for snook, summer tarpon, jacks, sheepshead and mangrove snapper. Parking: free parking along Severn Ave near the ramp and dog beach.

Fee
Free
Hours
Sunrise–sunset
Lighted
Restrooms
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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864 Severn Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 · GPS: 27.90750, -82.44550

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fish at Davis Islands Seaplane Basin without a boat?

Yes — Davis Islands Seaplane Basin is a land-based fishing spot (shore fishing) in Tampa, Florida. No boat is needed.

Do I need a fishing license at Davis Islands Seaplane Basin?

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 Davis Islands Seaplane Basin?

Free.

What are the hours at Davis Islands Seaplane Basin?

Davis Islands Seaplane Basin is open sunrise–sunset.

What is the tide at Davis Islands Seaplane Basin today?

Tide predictions for Davis Islands Seaplane Basin come from the NOAA station at Old Port Tampa, about 7 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 Davis Islands Seaplane Basin located?

Davis Islands Seaplane Basin is located at 864 Severn Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 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 7 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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