🐟 What fish can you catch in Big Pine Key?

Most commonly caught species around Big Pine Key , FL : Mangrove snapper - 1,954 reported catches Great barracuda - 831 reported catches Nurse shark - 548 reported catches Yellowtail snapper - 545 reported catches Crevalle jack - 491 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Big Pine Key fishing reports?

The latest Big Pine Key , FL fishing reports are: @JaceWasTaken reported a nice Nurse shark at Cow Key Channel Bridge . @JaceWasTaken reported a nice Bluestriped grunt at Cow Key Channel Bridge . @JaceWasTaken reported a nice Bluestriped grunt at Cow Key Channel Bridge . @JaceWasTaken reported a nice Bluestriped grunt . @JaceWasTaken reported a nice Bluestriped grunt at Cow Key Channel Bridge . .

Fishing in Big Pine Key, FL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Big Pine Key, Florida?

Anglers in Big Pine Key , FL recommend these top fishing spots: Monroe County Coast , Spanish Harbor Bridge , Bahia Honda Bridge , Big Pine Key Bridge , Ohio Bahia Honda Bridge .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Big Pine Key?

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Florida, United States

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Top fish species in Big Pine Key

Latest Big Pine Key fishing reports

Nurse shark

Cow Key Channel Bridge

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Bluestriped grunt

Cow Key Channel Bridge

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Bluestriped grunt

Cow Key Channel Bridge

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Bluestriped grunt

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Bluestriped grunt

Cow Key Channel Bridge

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White grunt

Cow Key Channel Bridge

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Tarpon

Pine Key Bight

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Mangrove snapper

Cudjoe Basin

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Gulf toadfish

Cow Key Channel Bridge

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Bluestriped grunt

Cow Key Channel Bridge

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Fishing regulations in Big Pine Key

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Florida can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Mangrove snapper as of May 31st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Mangrove snapper

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

10"

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Anglers fishing for reef fish must have a venting tool or descending device rigged and ready to use. Take a short 15‑minute training to learn how to properly use required release gear and access it at a discounted price through returnemright.org.

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Lutjanus griseus, Mangrove Snapper

Regulations for

24°41′21.5″N 81°22′3.4″W

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FAQ about Big Pine Key fishing

Anglers in Big Pine Key, FL recommend these top fishing spots: Monroe County Coast, Spanish Harbor Bridge, Bahia Honda Bridge, Big Pine Key Bridge, and Ohio Bahia Honda Bridge.

Most commonly caught species around Big Pine Key, FL:

Mangrove snapper - 1,954 reported catches
Great barracuda - 831 reported catches
Nurse shark - 548 reported catches
Yellowtail snapper - 545 reported catches
Crevalle jack - 491 reported catches

The latest Big Pine Key, FL fishing reports are:

@JaceWasTaken reported a nice Nurse shark at Cow Key Channel Bridge.
@JaceWasTaken reported a nice Bluestriped grunt at Cow Key Channel Bridge.
@JaceWasTaken reported a nice Bluestriped grunt at Cow Key Channel Bridge.
@JaceWasTaken reported a nice Bluestriped grunt.
@JaceWasTaken reported a nice Bluestriped grunt at Cow Key Channel Bridge.

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