January at Ft. Pickens

Giric

My wife and I will be camping at the Ft. Pickens campground of Gulf Islands NS about the middle of January. I have a saltwater rod and spinning reel that's seen saltwater once and many failed attempts at going after catfish from some East Tennessee riverbanks. I really don't know what I'm doing, if I'm honest, except relaxing while throwing things in the water that I can later retrieve.

Anyway, any suggestions for fishing from their licensed pier? I haven't firmed any plans, so I might get a license as well in case that pier might be crowded. What can I go after that time of year in that area? My Google-fu is failing me. Any help is welcome.

fish_stix

Try posting in the Panhandle forum and also get on PensacolaFishingForum.com. Ft Pickens is directly across the bay from P'cola so those local guys will be able to answer your questions.

mickeyd44

Saltchief.com and then type in Escambia County for fishing tips. Should be reds and other species in the flats around the area but the previously mentioned website should help with access areas. Good luck!

Giric

Alright. Thanks, guys. I'll try those.

Basstar

Here's a starter. This guy's specialty is kayak fishing but here's an example of beaching it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87BidqmOgBU