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Sheepshead

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Pinfish

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Hardhead sea catfish

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Common snook

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Spanish mackerel

16 in · 3 lb

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General info

Blue Heron Cove is a part of an ocean located in Charlotte County, Florida, United States. It is most popular for fishing Spanish mackerel, Common snook, and Sheepshead.

Location

26°51′3.2″N 82°17′49.3″W
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Fishing regulations at Blue Heron Cove, 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 Spanish mackerel as of May 1st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Spanish mackerel

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

15

Min size

12"

Measurement

Fork Length

Transfer of Spanish Mackerel to other vessels at sea is prohibited.

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


The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is hosting a series of port meetings along the Atlantic coast in order to take a focused look at the commercial and recreational king and Spanish mackerel fisheries. Input gathered during these port meetings will directly affect future management efforts for king and Spanish mackerel


https://safmc.net/posts/king-and-spanish-mackerel-port-meetings-continue-in-florida-and-south-carolina/

Very good, but may contain elevated mercury levels. Catch, Clean, Cook Spanish Mackerel by DMFD

Scomberomorus maculatus

Regulations for

26°51′3.2″N 82°17′49.3″W
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16.7 miles away

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17.7 miles away

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18.3 miles away

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20.4 miles away

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Cape Coral

23.4 miles away

St. James City

24.1 miles away

Osprey

26.1 miles away

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FAQ about Blue Heron Cove fishing

Blue Heron Cove is a part of an ocean located in Charlotte County, Florida, United States. Its coordinates are:
26°51′3.2″N 82°17′49.3″W
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