Daytona Beach Main Street Pier
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Daytona Beach Main Street Pier

Daytona Beach, Florida

About Daytona Beach Main Street Pier

Known simply as "the pier" to locals, this 1,000-foot Atlantic Ocean landmark has anchored Daytona Beach's boardwalk since 1925, when it replaced an earlier wooden structure destroyed by fire. Over the decades it's gone by several names — Ocean Pier, Keating Pier, Pier Casino — and once hosted a Victorian-style ballroom that could hold 2,000 dancers.

Today the appeal is simpler: free fishing (no licence required) from the east end of the pier, open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in summer (March 16–Oct 31) and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. in winter. Anglers commonly catch snook, bluefish, tarpon, cobia, Spanish mackerel, trout, pompano, kingfish, and even the occasional sailfish.

There's no bait shop directly for fishing supplies, but restaurants, shops, and the boardwalk's arcade make it a full afternoon even for non-anglers. Parking is available in nearby lots for $10/day or metered at $1.25/hour.

Researched and verified August 2026. Hours, fees and access change — and Florida piers are regularly closed by storm damage — so confirm with the operator before travelling. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.

Map & Location

📍 1200 Main St Bridge, Daytona Beach, FL 32118  ·  Open in Google Maps

Planning Your Visit

LocationVolusia County · Central Florida & Space Coast
Coordinates29.22710, -81.00688
Nearest tide stationOrmond Beach, Halifax River (8720954) — 4.9 mi away
Live NOAA tide predictions. High and low water at the pier itself will run a little ahead of or behind the station.

Within 5 miles

Tide station and distances are calculated from this location's mapped coordinates. Check FWC regulations for licence rules, seasons and size limits before you fish.

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