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Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River)

Riverview, FL · Alafia River near Tampa Bay · Fishing pier
🎣 Fish from land — no boat needed

County park beside the US 41 bridge over the tidal Alafia River, with a 160-foot fishing pier including a large covered section. Good land-based access for snook, redfish, juvenile tarpon and catfish where the river meets Tampa Bay. Parking: large paved lot shared with boat trailers.

Fee
Free
Hours
Sunrise–sunset
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.

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9425 US Hwy 41 S, Riverview, FL 33578 · GPS: 27.86400, -82.38500

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fish at Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River) without a boat?

Yes — Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River) is a land-based fishing spot (fishing pier) in Riverview, Florida. No boat is needed.

Do I need a fishing license at Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River)?

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 Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River)?

Free.

What are the hours at Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River)?

Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River) is open sunrise–sunset.

What is the tide at Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River) today?

Tide predictions for Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River) come from the NOAA station at Old Port Tampa, about 10 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 Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River) located?

Williams Park Fishing Pier (Alafia River) is located at 9425 US Hwy 41 S, Riverview, FL 33578 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 10 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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