Fish Tails, Home of the First Coast Angler. . . Full Story Life s a beach on Amelia Island, you could say, and the beach and waterways are a centerpiece of island life. Since the island is only 1.9 miles at its widest point and 13 miles long, no matter where you are on Amelia, the beach and the waterways are close by, offering a wonderful place to spend leisure time. Fishing and boating are favorite activities of both locals and tourists. Some property owners on Amelia Island have deep water access on the marsh, and can dock their boats right at their door.
Fishing is a big activity in the waters around Amelia Island.
The biggest annual fishing event held on Amelia Island is the Nassau Sport Fishing Association's Tournament of Champions Kingfish, a Division 5 Southern Kingfish Association Tournament. This event has become a major regional sporting event sanctioned by the Southern Kingfish Association. In 2001, the tournament was held June 28 -July 1 in Fernandina Beach. No boat lines or electric reels are permitted. Outriggers and downriggers may be used as fishing line carriers only.