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Big Hickory Pass

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Florida, United States

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Spotted seatrout

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Spotted seatrout

12 in · 1 lb

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Common snook

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Sheepshead

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Mangrove snapper

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Sheepshead

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General info

Big Hickory Pass is a part of an ocean located in Lee County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Common snook, Mangrove snapper, and Sheepshead.

Location

26°21′48.3″N 81°51′35.5″W
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Official website

www.leegov.com

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Fishing regulations at Big Hickory Pass, FL

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 Common snook as of May 2nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Common snook

Seasons

Closed

Bag limit

1

Min size

28"

Max size

33"

Measurement

Total Length
Snook permit and recreational fishing license.

No commercial harvest or sale of snook is permitted.

Regulations apply to state and adjacent Federal Waters. For more information, see MyFWC Snook.

This species may be eligible for prizes and recognition if you submit photos through CatchaFloridaMemory.com. Visit their website for more information.

Excellent

Centropomus

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26°21′48.3″N 81°51′35.5″W
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FAQ about Big Hickory Pass fishing

Big Hickory Pass is a part of an ocean located in Lee County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
26°21′48.3″N 81°51′35.5″W
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