Dutton Island Preserve

inshore · Jacksonville & beyond
Located in Atlantic Beach with fishing piers and kayak launches into the salt marshes. One of Jax's most productive fisheries.

Target Species

redfishfloundertrouttarponcobia

Access & Directions

Type
inshore
Access
Shore / vehicle
Coordinates
30.34, -81.424

Our Go-To Inshore 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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