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St. Simons Island Pier

Early Development

The St. Simons Island Pier, located on the southeastern end of St. Simons Island, Georgia, has been a central part of the island’s history and community since the late 19th century. The pier was initially constructed to support the burgeoning tourism industry that began in the 1870s. By the 1880s, the area around the pier featured a grand hotel, which, together with the pier, became a focal point for visitors to the island.

Tourism and Community Hub

The pier quickly became an epicenter of activity, drawing tourists and locals alike for various recreational activities. The establishment of the Pier Village around the pier further cemented its status as a community hub. The village includes shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, making it a vibrant area for both leisure and commerce.

Modern Enhancements

In recent years, the St. Simons Island Pier has continued to evolve. It remains a popular spot for fishing, offering excellent opportunities to catch species such as trout, redfish, flounder, and occasionally sharks. The pier is equipped with bait shops, gear rentals, and cleaning stations to support these activities. Additionally, the pier and the surrounding Pier Village host numerous community events and festivals throughout the year, enhancing its role as a social gathering place.

Pier Specifics and Amenities

  • Length: Approximately 1,000 feet into the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Lighting: Full-length lighting for evening and nighttime activities.
  • Fish Cleaning Stations: Available with running water.
  • Benches: Numerous benches along the pier for relaxation.
  • Parking: Ample parking nearby, with free and paid options.
  • Restrooms: Public restrooms available at nearby Neptune Park.
  • Accessibility: Fully accessible for all visitors.
  • Additional Amenities: Nearby Neptune Park offers picnic areas, a playground, a public pool, and mini-golf.

Fish Species and Fishing Techniques

The waters around the St. Simons Island Pier are rich with a variety of fish species. Here are some of the most common species and effective techniques for catching them from the pier:

1. Red Drum (Redfish)

Techniques: Use live bait such as shrimp or mullet, or artificial lures like soft plastics. Fish near the pilings and during tidal changes.

Best Months: April to October.

2. Spotted Sea Trout

Techniques: Use live shrimp or artificial lures like soft plastics and topwater plugs. Fish during early morning or late evening near the pier lights.

Best Months: March to November.

3. Flounder

Techniques: Use live bait such as minnows or shrimp, or artificial lures like bucktail jigs. Fish near sandy bottoms and around the pier pilings during tidal changes.

Best Months: April to September.

4. Striped Bass

Techniques: Use live bait such as anchovies or sardines, or artificial lures like swimbaits and jigs. Fish during tidal changes, especially near structure or deeper waters.

Best Months: March to November.

5. Bluefish

Techniques: Use cut bait like mackerel or bunker, or artificial lures like metal jigs and poppers. Fish near schools of baitfish and during moving tides off the pier.

Best Months: May to October.

Fishing Calendar

Month Red Drum Spotted Sea Trout Flounder Striped Bass Bluefish
January Bad OK Bad Bad Bad
February Bad OK Bad Bad Bad
March OK Great OK OK OK
April Great Great Great Great Great
May Great Great Great Great Great
June Great Great Great Great Great
July Great Great Great Great Great
August Great Great Great Great Great
September Great Great Great Great Great
October Great Great Great Great Great
November OK Great OK OK OK
December OK Great OK OK OK

Address

100 Mallery St, St Simons Island, GA 31522, USA

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Operating Hours

Open 7:00AM – 6:00PM

Admission & Pricing

Free

A fishing license is required for anyone over 16 years old to fish from the pier

Rod Rentals

Rod Rental is available at the St Simon Boat and Tackle Shop located a block away from the pier

Bait Option

St Simon Boat and Tackle Shop located a block away from the pier is family owned and was just passed down to the sons of the original owner.  Here is their current listing:

Small Bonita – $10

Finger Mullet – $7

2 Pack Whole Mullet – $7

3 Pack Whole Mullet – $7

Shrimp – $7

Squid – $7

Box Squid – $7

Sand Fleas – $5

Amenities

  • Length: Approximately 1,000 feet into the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Lighting: Full-length lighting for evening and nighttime activities.
  • Fish Cleaning Stations: Available with running water.
  • Benches: Numerous benches along the pier for relaxation.
  • Parking: Ample parking nearby, with free and paid options.
  • Restrooms: Public restrooms available at nearby Neptune Park.
  • Accessibility: Fully accessible for all visitors.
  • Additional Amenities: Nearby Neptune Park offers picnic areas, a playground, a public pool, and mini-golf.

Fish Caught

Redfish, Black Drum, Bluefish, Flounder, Stripers

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100 Mallery St, St Simons Island, GA 31522, USA

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