Bridge Street Pier — Attraction in Brandenton Beach

In 1921, the Cortez Bridge was constructed, connecting the Village of Cortez to what was formerly called Cortez Beach on Anna Maria Island. It was a somewhat shoddy wooden bridge that allowed the original Ford Model T to drive to and from the island.

Prior to this, the only method of reaching the island was via boat, and Cortez Beach later became known as Bradenton Beach.

A drawbridge was opened in 1967 which ended the use of the wooden Cortez Bridge. The side of the bridge in Cortez Village was removed, while the side in Bradenton Beach remained and was later transformed into the beautiful Bradenton beach pier you see today.

This is a place that you can relax, see birds and marine life, great sunrises, fish and just enjoy “Old Florida.”

Benches, swings, modern restrooms available with restaurants and shopping near by. Parking is very difficult to find so you might have to park at the beach and walk here...

Nice pier that's really set up for people of all ages. Be warned though- while the pier is open 24 hours, the restrooms are Not. At the end, there's an opening in the middle with green underwater lights. Use a Sabiki rig to get bait at the end of the pier. Snook seem to enjoy the pier as well. Don't keep it on the bottom or you'll get catfish. Plenty of lights and benches. After about 8 or 9 pm the parking opens up more. Don't let the golf carts take your parking spot, they will certainly try to steal it even if you were there 1st and turn signals are apparently something foreign to golf cart drivers. Locals say get to the pier before 8 AM to get parking...

Fishing pier in Brandenton very well equipped without parking or entrance fees,at the entrance you will find a fishing shop equipped with baits and rental rods. At the head of the pier there is a large shelter with tables and benches, there are also cutting boards and water to clean the catch. at the beginning of the pier there is a bar restaurant where you can use the bathroom and eat or drink something,enchanting panorama to...