While vacationing at the luxury Eiko Beach House in Treasure Island ,Florida it is tempting to some to go fishing. However, not all fisherman have “sea legs”. So we have some great alternatives to fish without getting wet!
Visiting some of Pinellas County’s numerous piers is just the solution for those who want to fish yet can’t stand the thought of a rocking boat. While there are plenty of piers to choose from, guests of the Eiko Beach House have cited the 3 following as “Must Experience.”
The Jungle Prada Park Fish Pier
Closest to Eiko Beach House and across the narrow harbour from Treasure Island lies “The Jungle” a 1920’s neighbourhood and a part of the City of St. Petersburg.
The Jungle Prada Park Fish Pier is a short 5 minute drive from Eiko Beach House and is a perfect place to check out after you check-into your luxury accommodation. This pier stretches out 240 feet into the harbour and has a 55 foot “T” to watch dolphins, gaze at sunsets or to enjoy the fishing.
Please note however, this pier doesn’t hold a fishing license so if you decide to fish, you will need to obtain a license in advance. The Jungle is also worth exploring as it is allegedly one of the first landing points in Florida for Spanish explorers and more recently to “hang-out” of both Babe Ruth and Al Capone during the roaring twenties. There is no charge to use this facility.
Pier 60, Clearwater Beach
Another “famous” pier is Clearwater Beach Pier 60. This pier is roughly a 25 minute drive north and there is plenty of metered parking available.
This pier jets out 1100 feet into the Gulf of Mexico and has a “T” structure of 100 feet at the end to facilitate fishing and sunset watching. There is a carnival atmosphere around the area of Clearwater Beach as sun worshipers worldwide converge on the famous white sands and enjoy great seafood, drink and music.
There is a fee charged to walk out to the end of this pier but no license required to fish from this pier. A trip to Pier 60 is highly recommended as long as peace and quiet are not the main intention for the visit.
Fort De Soto Park Fishing Pier
Perhaps our favourite location, your own Florida pier experience is a relatively short 15 minute drive south to Fort De Soto Park. After paying a modest admission charge of approximately $5 per car, you have the choice of not one but two piers to explore.
Fort De Soto Park Fishing Pier (Gulf) extends 1000 feet into the Gulf of Mexico. There is a 180 foot “T” to watch ships, planes, dolphins, etc. approaching Tampa Bay from the Gulf. This is an ideal location for fishing, sunsets or just watching the world go by and enjoying the experience.
Also nearby, the 500 foot Bay Side pier allows the explorers to check out Tampa Bay which is usually more calm and less wavy than the Gulf side. This pier has a large 300 foot “T” platform for observation and fishing.
After catching fish, getting a sun tan or just chilling out , it is time to return to your own private observation point overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. The Eiko Beach House will allow the days explores to relax on their own covered porch, overlooking a lush tropical garden to enjoy your quiet sunset.
Dolphins, speedboats and yachts are visible from your own deck as you sip a cool glass of sangria and plan time at our private paradise. Or, you can just let paradise happen to you! Whatever happens, it’s a win, win at Eiko Beach House in Treasure Island ,Florida.
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