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About Florida fishing

Florida, the “Fishing Capital of the World,” offers unmatched freshwater and saltwater opportunities. Largemouth bass dominate lakes, while tarpon, snook, redfish, and grouper thrive along coasts and reefs. Year-round fishing and diverse ecosystems attract anglers of all levels.

Florida fishing license

Florida requires a fishing license for most anglers. Freshwater, saltwater, or combination licenses are available for residents and visitors, purchasable online, by phone, or at authorized retailers.

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Top fish species caught in Florida

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Biggest catches in Florida

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State records of caught fish in Florida

SpeciesWeightLargemouth bass17.3 lbsBluegill2.9 lbs

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Largemouth bass

Lake Beulah

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Ladyfish

Miami-Dade County Coast

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Palometa

Lake Worth Fishing Pier

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Sand seatrout

Saint Johns River

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Sheepshead

Pithlachascotee River

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Atlantic porkfish

Miami River

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Mangrove snapper

Palm Beach County Coast

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Largemouth bass

Lake Orlando

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Largemouth bass

Lake Eustis

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Ladyfish

Pompano Canal

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Fishing regulations in Florida

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.

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FAQ about Florida fishing

Fishing regulations in Florida, United States vary by location and species, covering size limits, bag limits, and open seasons. To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the for the latest rules on every fish and body of water.
Anglers in Florida, United States most often target Bluegill, Largemouth bass, and Red drum. For more detailed insights, the shows exactly which species are biting in each lake, river, and coastline.
Popular waters in Florida, United States include Monroe County Coast, Pinellas County Coast, and Tampa Bay. With the , you can zoom in on any area to discover the best spots and see what other anglers are catching there.