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Whether you’re looking for the thrill of the Atlantic surf, the calm brackish waters of the Intracoastal, or a quiet freshwater hideaway out west, we have it all. ### 🌊 Saltwater Soul: The Atlantic & The Intracoastal If you love the salt air, you have two very different worlds to choose from: - **Surf Fishing the "Cinnamon Sands":** With 19 miles of coastline, you can find a quiet spot almost anywhere to reel in whiting, pompano, and bluefish. - **ALICE Insider Tip:** If you’re a Florida resident, you can actually get a **free shoreline-only license**! It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday morning without spending a dime. - **The Intracoastal Waterway (ICW):** This is where you’ll find our famous redfish, snook, and sea trout. - **Best Access:** Head to **Bing’s Landing** or **Herschel King Park**. Both offer great docks and ramps. If you have a kayak, this is your playground—you can get into the shallow oyster bars where the big motorboats can't go. ### 🌿 Freshwater Peace: Heading West Sometimes you just want the quiet of the cypress trees. For that "Old Florida" feel, head out toward Bunnell: - **Haw Creek Preserve & Lake Disston:** These are the spots for largemouth bass and catfish. It’s quiet, shaded, and feels worlds away from the hustle of the city. - **Bull Creek:** Another fantastic spot in Bunnell for a peaceful afternoon with a line in the water. ### 🏞️ Fishing the State Parks We are lucky to have three Florida State Parks right here, and all of them are angler-friendly: - **Washington Oaks Gardens:** You get the best of both worlds here. Fish the surf on the beach side or drop a line from the seawall on the Matanzas River. - **Bulow Plantation Ruins:** Perfect for small boats (under 16ft) or kayaks. - **Gamble Rogers:** A great spot for the whole family with easy access to both the beach and the river. ### 📋 What You Need to Know (The "Legal" Bit) We want to keep our waters healthy, so make sure you’re "legal" before you cast: 1. **The License:** If you’re between 16 and 65, you generally need a Florida fishing license. 2. **The Exceptions:** If you’re over 65, under 16, or fishing on a licensed local charter, you’re usually good to go! 3. **The Bait:** Around here, **live shrimp and mullet** are like gold. Most local fish can’t resist them. ## Where to Buy a Fishing License in Flagler County: Short-term, non-resident fishing licenses can be purchased at the Flagler County Tax Collector's Office. There are three locations: - Bunnell Main Office - 1769 East Moody Boulevard, Bldg 2, Suite 102 in Bunnell, Florida, 32110 - Palm Coast Office - 213 St. Joe Plaza, Palm Coast, Florida, 32164 - Flagler Beach Office - 2525 Moody Blvd, Flagler Beach, Florida, 32136 Hours for each Tax Collector's Office are Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Other places to get a short-term license include: - Walmart - 174 Cypress Pt Parkway, Palm Coast, Florida, 32137 - Hammock Bait and Tackle - 5861 Oceanshore Boulevard, Palm Coast, Florida, 32137 - or annual licenses, you can purchase online at the Florida Fish and Wildlife website. ### 👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly Fishing Want to take the kids out? **Wadsworth Park** and **Washington Oaks** offer great shaded areas and sturdy piers that are perfect for little ones who are just learning the ropes. --- #### Last Updated: 08 March 2026 #### Add comment I confirm my comment does not contain hate speech, harassment, false or defamatory statements about any person, business or political figure. 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