Pensacola Bay Fishing Bridge

The Fishing Bridge is currently closed until further notice.

Fees and instructions are available at the fee collection box located at the foot of the bridge.
A saltwater license is not required to fish from the bridge; the county has purchased licensing for the bridge structure itself for fishing.
For information about the fishing bridge or to get an annual pass, contact Parks and Recreation.

Daily Fees:
- $2/walk-on angler or vehicle passenger
- $5/vehicle (includes driver)
- Seniors 62 and up - 50% off
Annual Passes (Available at 1651 E. Nine Mile Road)
- $50/walk-on angler or vehicle passenger
- $75/vehicle (includes driver)
- Seniors 62 and up - 50% off
Free:
- Children 15 and younger
- Non-fishing pedestrian (jogger, bird watcher, observer)

Fishing Bridge Rules:

No jumping or diving off the bridge.
No standing or sitting on the rails.
No pets on the bridge.
No loitering or solicitation.
No unapproved vendors.
No fireworks or weapons.
No recreational vehicles (RVs) or motor homes.
A maximum of four rods per fisherman is allowed.
Rods must be attended at all times.
Tackle and bait should be contained within individual fishing area.
A maximum of two crab baskets per person is allowed.
Crab baskets must be attended at all times.
Clean up your fishing area! Use trash barrels provided on the bridge.
Use proper fishing etiquette.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Abide by parking signage placed on the bridge.
Report any problems on the bridge to the Escambia County Recreation Division, (850) 475-5220.
A fishing license is not required to fish on the Pensacola Bay Fishing Bridge.
FWC regulations apply on the Pensacola Bay Fishing Bridge (www.myfwc.com).
Report fisheries violations to the FWC 24-hour hotline (888) 404-3922.

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