County Dock Kayak Launch

kayak · Jacksonville & beyond
Hand-launch spot in Mandarin on Julington Creek. Paddle upstream into cypress-lined backwaters loaded with bass and panfish.

Target Species

largemouth bassbluegillcatfishredear sunfish

Access & Directions

Type
kayak
Access
Shore / vehicle
Coordinates
30.137, -81.639

Our Go-To Kayak Rig

Inshore · Light tackle
Main line10–15 lb braid
Leader18–24" of 20–25 lb fluoro
Weight1/8 – 1/4 oz jighead
Hook2/0 or 3/0 jighead
Bait3" paddletail (pearl, new penny, chicken-on-a-chain) or a live shrimp.

Local Eats Nearby (after the catch)

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