Nassau River

Boat Ramps: 4
Access Points: 4
Species: 9

The Nassau River is located in Nassau County, Florida, in the northeastern part of the state. This 37-mile long river flows between Amelia Island State Park and Big Talbot Island State Park before emptying into Nassau Sound and eventually the Atlantic Ocean. Part of the Nassau River-St. Johns River Marshes Aquatic Preserve, the river starts a few miles west of Interstate 95 and winds its way to the sea. The area has a humid subtropical climate, with mild winters and humid summers. Seasonal rainfall occurs primarily from May to September, while the dry season extends from November to April. The Nassau River transitions from freshwater to brackish conditions as it approaches the Atlantic, offering anglers the opportunity to target a variety of both freshwater and saltwater species.

Florida licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Nassau River and what's needed to catch them.

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Largemouth Bass

Micropterus salmoides

Black Drum

Pogonias cromis

Bluegill Sunfish

Lepomis macrochirus

Channel Catfish

Ictalurus punctatus

Flier

Centrarchus macropterus

Grass Pickerel

Esox americanus

Redbreast Sunfish

Lepomis auritus

Spotted Sunfish

Lepomis punctatus

Striped Bass

Morone saxatilis

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Nassau River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

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Know where you can legally fish on Nassau River

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Florida licenses and regulations

Florida Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Florida Fishing License

Youth under the age of 16 do not need a fishing license, although they must abide by all other fishing regulations such as gear type, bag and size limits. They may, however, be asked to provide proof of age.

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Florida Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Florida Stream Access Laws

Florida access law holds pretty close to the federal definition of navigability, but some state cases suggest that it’s a bit more lenient, and recognizes recreation as a determinant of what’s navigable. The public may use navigable waters up to the high water mark so long as they access through public lands. There are, however, some exceptions where submerged land was either granted into private control before statehood, or sold by the state into private hands.

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