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Pier · Panama City Beach, Florida
Russell-Fields Pier
Approximately 450‑meter fishing pier in central Panama City Beach, in front of Pier Park, open to anglers and to those who want to walk over the gulf and watch the sunset.
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About Russell-Fields Pier
The Russell-Fields Pier, also called the City Pier, extends about 450 meters over the Gulf of Mexico in central Panama City Beach. It was rebuilt in concrete after storms destroyed the former wooden structure, and is one of the longest piers on the Gulf Coast.
Anglers occupy the pier all day targeting mackerel, kingfish and other species, and it is common to see dolphins, rays and occasionally turtles in the clear water below. Non‑anglers can walk to the end for a smaller fee.
Pier Park, an open area of shops, restaurants and a cinema, sits in front of the pier, and the beaches on both sides are among the busiest in town.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half an hour to an hour to walk to the end.
Best time
Late afternoon for the sunset over the gulf, or early morning with the anglers. Check hours before you go.
How to get there
It’s on Front Beach Road in downtown Panama City Beach, in front of Pier Park. Public parking is nearby. A fee is charged to enter the pier.
Tip
Look down along the pier: the clear water often reveals dolphins and rays.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Russell-Fields Pier
How long is the Russell-Fields pier?
About 450 meters over the Gulf of Mexico.
Do you have to pay to access the Russell-Fields pier?
There is an entrance fee — lower for walkers and higher for anglers.
What’s near the Russell-Fields pier?
Pier Park, with shops, restaurants, and a movie theater, and beach on both sides.