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Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier

St. Petersburg, FL · Lower Tampa Bay · Fishing pier
🎣 Fish from land — no boat needed
⚠ Sections damaged by Hurricane Milton are closed and a state rebuild/enhancement began in 2026 — expect partial closures. Anglers must complete the free FWC Skyway education course. Conditions change — verify locally before a long drive.

The old Sunshine Skyway bridge approach, converted into a drive-on state park fishing pier over deep Tampa Bay water. Admission covers your fishing license, and the lights draw bait all night. Known for snook, tarpon, grouper, mackerel, cobia, sheepshead and pompano. Parking: drive on and park at your fishing spot (included in fee).

Fee
$4/vehicle + $4/adult ($2 child 6–12)
Hours
24 hours
Lighted
Yes
Restrooms
Yes
✓ No individual fishing license needed — this pier’s license covers anglers (fees may apply)

Good to know

Open 24 hoursLighted for night fishingRestroomsWheelchair accessibleBait shop on sitePier license covers anglers
Get directions

4905 34th St S (I-275 Sunshine Skyway north approach), St. Petersburg, FL 33711 · GPS: 27.61800, -82.65450

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fish at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier without a boat?

Yes — Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier is a land-based fishing spot (fishing pier) in St. Petersburg, Florida. No boat is needed.

Do I need a fishing license at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier?

No individual license is needed — Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier holds a pier fishing license that covers anglers fishing from it. Admission or fishing fees may still apply.

How much does it cost to fish at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier?

$4/vehicle + $4/adult ($2 child 6–12).

What are the hours at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier?

Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier is open 24 hours, making it a popular night-fishing spot.

Can you fish at night at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier?

Yes — Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier is lighted for night fishing and open 24 hours.

What is the tide at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier today?

Tide predictions for Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier come from the NOAA station at Port Manatee, about 6 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 Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier located?

Skyway Fishing Pier State Park — North Pier is located at 4905 34th St S (I-275 Sunshine Skyway north approach), St. Petersburg, FL 33711 in Pinellas County, Florida.

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Tides — Port Manatee

Sun, Aug 2
4:48 AMHigh · 1.8 ft
10:12 AMLow · 0.9 ft
4:17 PMHigh · 2.2 ft
10:53 PMLow · 0.6 ft
Mon, Aug 3
5:15 AMHigh · 1.9 ft
11:12 AMLow · 0.8 ft
5:16 PMHigh · 1.9 ft
11:16 PMLow · 0.8 ft
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Predictions are for NOAA station Port Manatee, about 6 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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