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Laishley Park Fishing Pier

Punta Gorda, FL · Peace River / upper Charlotte Harbor · Fishing pier
🎣 Fish from land — no boat needed
⚠ Storm repairs have affected this pier in recent seasons — confirm it is fully open before a long drive. Conditions change — verify locally before a long drive.

A 400-foot concrete fishing pier at the city's 17-acre Laishley Park on the Peace River, next to the municipal marina. Cleaning table, picnic area and restrooms; juvenile tarpon roll here April through November, plus snook, jacks and catfish. Parking: free lots at Laishley Park and the marina.

Fee
Free
Hours
Posted city park hours
Lighted
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
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100 Nesbit St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 · GPS: 26.93450, -82.04950

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fish at Laishley Park Fishing Pier without a boat?

Yes — Laishley Park Fishing Pier is a land-based fishing spot (fishing pier) in Punta Gorda, Florida. No boat is needed.

Do I need a fishing license at Laishley Park Fishing Pier?

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 Laishley Park Fishing Pier?

Free.

What are the hours at Laishley Park Fishing Pier?

Laishley Park Fishing Pier is open posted city park hours.

What is the tide at Laishley Park Fishing Pier today?

Tide predictions for Laishley Park Fishing Pier come from the NOAA station at Punta Gorda, about 1 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 Laishley Park Fishing Pier located?

Laishley Park Fishing Pier is located at 100 Nesbit St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 in Charlotte County, Florida.

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Tides — Punta Gorda

Sun, Aug 2
12:43 AMLow · 0.3 ft
6:37 AMHigh · 1.6 ft
12:33 PMLow · 0.8 ft
6:12 PMHigh · 1.9 ft
Mon, Aug 3
1:08 AMLow · 0.5 ft
7:00 AMHigh · 1.7 ft
1:29 PMLow · 0.6 ft
7:07 PMHigh · 1.7 ft
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Predictions are for NOAA station Punta Gorda, about 1 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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