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South Pointe Park Pier:
South Pointe Park Pier sits at the very southern tip of Miami Beach, right on Government Cut — the deep shipping channel where Biscayne Bay meets the Atlantic. The 450-foot pier is one of the best free fishing spots in Miami Beach, and it doubles as the closest you’ll get to the giant cruise ships that glide past just yards away as they leave PortMiami.
Because it sits on the channel, the water here gets deep fast, pulling in a real variety of fish. Anglers work the marked fishing sections and the rocks alongside for snapper, grouper, Spanish mackerel, jack crevalle, barracuda and black drum. There is no tackle shop on site, so bring your gear, bait and Florida license with you.
The pier has fish-cleaning stations, line-recycling bins, viewing stations and turtle-safe lighting, and the surrounding 17-acre South Pointe Park adds a splash pad, playground, dog park, restrooms, showers and wide lawns. It is all free, open sunrise to sunset.
Sunrise and sunset are the prime windows for both fishing and photos — the Miami skyline sits to the west and the open Atlantic to the east.
Popular Species
Deep-Channel Mix
Snapper, Grouper, Spanish Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, Barracuda, Black Drum
Free to Fish
Bring Your Own
Completely free, open sunrise to sunset. No tackle shop — bring gear, bait and your Florida license. Fish only the marked sections.
On Government Cut
Cruise Ships & Deep Water
Right on the deep shipping channel at the tip of South Beach. Watch cruise ships pass feet away. Cleaning stations and turtle-safe lighting.
Fishing at South Pointe Park Pier
The deep water of Government Cut is the draw — fish the marked sections and the rocks alongside for snapper, mackerel and jacks, with bigger fish moving through on the tides. Live shrimp, small baitfish and jigs all produce. Fish the moving tide at dawn or dusk for the best shot.
Length
450 feet
Structure
Wood
Hours
Sunrise–Sunset
Fishing Fee
Free
License
Your own FL license
Cleaning Stations
Yes
Lights
Turtle-safe
Tackle Shop
None — bring gear
Tide Forecast
Tides shown for the nearest NOAA station — a planning guide. Always confirm conditions before you head out.
Before You Fish
- Completely free and open sunrise to sunset, year-round.
- Bring your own Florida saltwater fishing license and all your gear — there is no tackle shop on site.
- Fish only the clearly marked sections of the pier; people also fish the rocks alongside.
- Fish-cleaning stations and line-recycling bins are on the pier; restrooms and showers are in the park.
- Paid lots and street parking nearby; the small lot fills early.
- Follow FWC size and bag limits, especially on snapper and grouper.
Plan Your Visit
1 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
A free 450-ft pier at the tip of South Beach on Government Cut, with deep water, cruise-ship views, and cleaning stations. Open sunrise to sunset; bring your own gear and license.