Amelia Island/Jacksonville - End of July

[peter odell]

I'm heading down there to meet a couple of friends for some fishing  end of July/early August.  Any pointers on guides, spots, kayak launches or fresh water bass options appreciated.  I"ll mostly flyfish, but I'm sure my buddies will do some spin fishing as well.

[Miles]

Why just fresh water bass? I think you'd have to drive a good bit to get to a decent bass fishery. It's mostly saltwater fishing down there -- sea trout and redfish, maybe flounder and some other species. Look for current flowing past oyster bars or structure, and fish the seams.

There's a ramp in Little Talbot Island State Park that you can use, but I think you can also put in at Kayak Amelia right outside the park. You can also probably get a kayak in at Amelia Island State Park, although you might have to watch out for current through there. Fort Clinch State Park probably has a place you can put in a kayak, but it is a little more exposed.

-Miles

[peter odell]

Sorry, I wasn't clear.  Bass in freshwater  would be a backup to bad surf/other weather that precludes redfish, tarpon, ladyfish, and other targets - salt water the primary target.  (current weather got me thinking about contingencies)

I'n taking my inflatable tandem kayak with me, and we'll rent another kayak  down there.  I found a great list of boat ramps and access points for both Nassau and Duval counties, and also received a great guide recommendation.